From FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth · Amber Kite · · 50s
Dallas County Public Defender Chief Investigator Arrested
Dallas County Public Defender's chief investigator arrested for wife's murder.
In brief
Dallas County Public Defender's chief investigator arrested for wife's murder. Jimmy Spurger, 54, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder after police found his wife stabbed to death in their apartment. Originally reported by FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth.
Arrest Details
Jimmy Spurger arrested and charged with first-degree murder after police found his wife stabbed to death in their apartment.
Discovery of Body
First responders found Maria Teresa Spurger dead with a knife lodged in her neck after forcing entry into their apartment.
Scene Evidence
Spurger was covered in blood with a small knife and multiple empty pill bottles found in the kitchen.
Background
Spurger served as chief investigator for Dallas County Public Defender's Office for 11 months and had worked in law enforcement for over 20 years.
The short version
Jimmy Spurger, 54, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder after police found his wife stabbed to death in their apartment.
