Barking dogs at Iowa kennel provide key evidence in murder case
Summary
Angela Prichard was shot and killed by her estranged husband, Christopher Prichard, at the dog kennel where she worked in Bellevue, Iowa, in October 2022. Christopher was arrested after a manhunt, found guilty of first-degree murder, and sentenced to life in prison without parole in March 2024.Key Facts
- Angela Prichard was fatally shot by her estranged husband on the morning of October 8, 2022, at Mississippi Ridge Kennels in Bellevue, Iowa.
- Christopher Prichard entered the kennel early in the morning, around 4 a.m., after sneaking through the woods the night before.
- Angela called 911 during the attack, identified Christopher as the shooter, and can be heard on the call pleading with him.
- Angela had a restraining order against Christopher since September 1, 2022, due to harassment, stalking, and threats.
- Christopher violated the restraining order, leading to an arrest warrant nine days before the shooting.
- After being on the run for about 16 hours, Christopher was arrested, charged with first-degree murder and robbery, and later found guilty.
- In March 2024, Christopher Prichard was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
- Angela’s family sued the City of Bellevue and local police officers for not properly responding, but the lawsuit was dismissed in January 2025; the family is appealing the decision.
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