Husband Found Dead in Lake County Shed, Woman Arrested in Stabbing Case

A peaceful Sunday morning in Lake County’s Eden Township turned into a hell of a Sunday, May 11, when cops responded to an Atrocity call that resulted in the recovery of a body of a man and his wife taken into custody. The event is being investigated and has rocked the small town of Michigan into shock.

The 911 call was made around 10:34 a.m. at a home in the 4000 block of West 9 Mile Road, a press release from the Lake County Sheriff’s Office stated. She had called 911 and informed the dispatchers that she had shot at her husband just a few moments earlier, but shortly afterward, her phone died and the dispatchers became concerned and nervous.

The second call, only a few seconds after the first, was made by the woman, and it was more threatening in tone—a threat of bodily injury to her if the deputies ever got their act together and arrived on the scene. That threat added to the pot a sense of urgency, and law enforcement officials acted with great haste to answer the call, arresting two men for sexual assault.

Deputies showed up on the property and started canvassing the property and screaming for the woman. Because nothing was found from an initial search of the home, authorities looked to the outbuildings to see if they could find something. The deputies were able to finally find the woman in a shed in the back. Officers who responded told her to simply come out of the shed, and she did. She was arrested without a problem.

Deputies found the body of a 69-year-old man in the shed, and they found him dead upon arrival. The police authorities have charged the 69-year-old female suspect with open murder – a serious charge that gives prosecutors room to pursue different degrees of homicide depending on what they find.

The victim and suspect’s names are not yet released by the Lake County Sheriff’s Office because they indicate that the case is still under investigation. Investigations are continuing for the purpose of gathering more pieces of information that resulted in the fatal stabbing. More information regarding the motive, cause of death, or past history of domestic disputes is not yet available.

Here, “open murder” is the potential that the accused may be indicted for a crime ranging from premeditated first-degree murder to manslaughter based on the investigation’s outcome and the facts of the case. It is an allegation often made in the early stages of a criminal investigation when facts are not forthcoming.

Neighbors are struggling with the news, particularly with the peacefulness of the neighborhood. Eden Township, in the Lower Peninsula’s northwestern part of Michigan, is said to be strongly rural-connected. Violent crime is unheard of, and Sunday’s atrocities placed neighbors in fear and distress.

The crime scene itself is being worked on by detectives and forensic experts and being questioned are people who may have had knowledge about the nature of the relationship between the couple. Mental health authorities will also be making an appearance, particularly because the suspect threatened to commit a suicide, which would indicate a mental health crisis.

As usual procedure in this sort of situation, the woman would be more likely to receive a psychiatric interview while in detention. Phone use, call histories, and past police encounters on the part of the couple will be asked to try to learn more about the couple as well as warning signs that happened before the fatal crash.

The Lake County Sheriff’s Department is calling on people with information to come forward regarding the case. The public is encouraged to report any information to Special Investigator Paul Marlet at 231-745-2712. Community support can be the key to revealing the truth and justice prevailing.

The Eden Township tragedy serves as a poignant reminder of how quickly and beyond control domestic violence becomes, and how important it is to move with the utmost haste. Most yearn for closure and light provided by developments on this atrocity as this story continues to unfold.

Community activists and leaders are seizing the moment to also bring attention to domestic violence prevention and mental health awareness as well. Regardless of the reason here is a party to an older problem in the relationship, a psychological crisis, or an unexpected fight, it makes it more apparent that more assistance and support are necessary for those abused in a relationship or in emotional crises.

In the weeks to come, as cases before the court are expedited and additional facts are uncovered, Eden Township residents and other Lake County banks will be watching what is happening. In the meantime, however, the sheriff’s office of this county is dedicated to pursuing a good investigation and keeping enforcement of law in view.

This case, in its ongoing development, has already left an indelible mark on the parties involved directly themselves and on society in general. The tragedy has raised tough questions regarding safety, insanity, and the unseen issues that can be hidden behind closed doors. As the investigation continues on, there is hope to be able to get to the bottom of it all, bringing restoration of justice to the victim and sense to a grieving community.