The husband of a Texas woman, whose body was discovered in a black suitcase at a lake last month, was found wearing an ankle monitor at the time of her disappearance, according to police. Authorities stated that they are aware the suspect was in the water where his wife’s body was ultimately found. Sarah Dudley, 32, was reported missing on June 24, and her remains were recovered in Lake Lewisville two days later.
The husband, 37-year-old Karlton Dudley, was arrested on June 28 and charged with abuse of a corpse. Police obtained an arrest warrant affidavit that provided details leading to Dudley’s arrest. According to the affidavit, on the same day Sarah went missing, Karlton went to a neighbor’s apartment to check on a cat while his wife went to work at Ra Sushi in Plano. However, Sarah never showed up for work that day, as confirmed by Ra Sushi employees.
During the investigation, Karlton informed the police that after checking on the cat, he attempted to go kayaking in the lake, but the inflatable kayak he had would not hold air. Instead, he claimed to have gone for a walk around the lake. The affidavit reveals that investigators have evidence indicating Karlton’s presence in the water where Sarah’s body was ultimately found.
Investigators also retrieved data from an ankle monitor that Karlton was wearing at the time of Sarah’s disappearance. According to reports, the ankle monitor was connected to another case involving Karlton for aggravated sexual assault of a child in Frisco, Texas.
When questioned by detectives, Karlton allegedly described the suitcase in which Sarah’s body was found, mentioning that it was the only item missing from his apartment.
Currently, the cause of Sarah Dudley’s death remains undetermined. Karlton Dudley is being held in the Collin County jail with a bond set at $560,000. The investigation into his wife’s death is ongoing.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Related to the Above News
When and where was Sarah Dudley's body discovered?
Sarah Dudley's body was found in Lake Lewisville, Texas, two days after she was reported missing on June 24.
What has been revealed about Karlton Dudley's involvement?
Karlton Dudley, Sarah's husband, was found wearing an ankle monitor at the time of her disappearance. Investigators have evidence indicating his presence in the water where Sarah's body was eventually found.
What charges has Karlton Dudley been arrested on?
Karlton Dudley was arrested on June 28 and charged with abuse of a corpse.
Was Karlton Dudley connected to any other criminal case?
Yes, Karlton Dudley's ankle monitor was connected to another case involving him being charged with aggravated sexual assault of a child in Frisco, Texas.
Is Karlton Dudley in custody?
Yes, Karlton Dudley is currently being held in the Collin County jail in Texas.
What happened on the day Sarah went missing?
On the day Sarah went missing, Karlton claimed to have checked on a neighbor's cat and then attempted to go kayaking in the lake. However, he stated that the inflatable kayak he had would not hold air, so he ended up going for a walk around the lake.
What was the only missing item from Karlton's apartment?
According to Karlton's statements to detectives, the suitcase in which Sarah's body was found was the only item missing from his apartment.
Has the cause of Sarah Dudley's death been determined?
No, at the time of writing, the cause of Sarah Dudley's death remains undetermined.
Is the investigation into Sarah Dudley's death ongoing?
Yes, the investigation into Sarah Dudley's death is still ongoing.
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