Wife arrested practically 1 / 4 of a century after her husband was discovered lifeless by a Texas lake | EUROtoday

A spouse has been arrested practically 1 / 4 of a century after her husband was discovered lifeless by a lake in Texas.

Lisa Honrud, a 55-year-old lady from Waxahachie, Texas, was arrested Monday morning in reference to the 2002 homicide of her husband Frank Weiss, the Frisco Police Department introduced in a press launch.

Authorities had been capable of crack the 24-year-old chilly case by way of “advancements in investigative techniques, modern technology, and new information from a key witness,” the discharge mentioned.

Frisco detectives obtained an arrest warrant for Honrud, and with the assistance of the Waxahachie Police Department, the company took her in custody shortly earlier than 8 a.m. native time Monday.

Honrud’s arrest is related to the homicide of Weiss, a Plano resident discovered lifeless close to Lake Lewisville, throughout the Frisco metropolis limits a long time in the past.

“We are thankful for our investigators who have put countless hours into this case, as well as the Waxahachie Police Department for their assistance with this arrest,” Frisco Police Chief David Shilson mentioned in an announcement.

“For 24 years, the Weiss family has waited for answers. Today’s arrest is an important step toward justice, and we will continue working until everyone involved is held accountable,” Shilson added.

It was not instantly clear whether or not Honrud has obtained authorized illustration.

The public praised the Frisco Police Department’s work on the case when saying Honrud’s arrest on Facebook.

“Wow! Impressive! Love to see old cases solved! Great work, FPD!!” one Facebook consumer commented.

Another wrote, “Great job solving this one!!!! Y’all are awesome.”

“That’s amazing. Great work by all involved,” a 3rd wrote.

The Frisco Police Department has nonetheless requested for the general public’s assist if they’ve any details about this case or associated offenses. The division may be reached by telephone at (972) 292-6010. An nameless tip can be despatched by texting FRISCOPD and the tip to 847411.