MNPD’s Homicide Unit detectives charged Christine Ann Roberts, 72, with criminal homicide for fatally shooting her husband at their 1212 Howard Avenue home.
Thomas Roberts, 68, died of a single gunshot wound to his chest on the front porch of the residence.
East Precinct officers responded to the call at 8 p.m. They encountered Christine Roberts, who said that she shot her husband because he had cheated on her. A pistol was recovered.
According to WSMV, Thomas Roberts was a former stagehand for country artist Randy Travis. He worked with Travis for around 20 years.
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A judicial commissioner set bond for Christine Roberts at $100,000.
