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Judge considers throwing out evidence in murder trial of Bexar County man accused of hiding wife’s body
By KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 26, 2026
· 2 min read
A Bexar County man, who is accused of killing his wife and hiding her body for more than a month, appeared in court Friday morning. Charles Byrd, 50, is charged with murder in connection with the July 2025 death of his wife, Angela. During Friday’s court proceedings, Bexar County Sheriff’s deputy...
Key takeaway “I’m going to take that under advisement,” Robertson, who presides over Bexar County 226th Criminal District Court, said Friday.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The scheduled court appearance of Charles Byrd, accused of killing his wife and hiding her body, brings attention to the issue of domestic violence in Bexar County. The fact that Angela Byrd's body was hidden for 32 days before being discovered is a disturbing reminder of the secrecy and isolation that can surround abusive relationships. As the case against Byrd moves forward, it will be important to watch how the court considers the motion to suppress evidence, and how this might impact the prosecution's ability to prove its case. The local community will also be looking to see how the court addresses the issue of domestic violence, and what support systems will be put in place to help prevent similar tragedies in the future. The availability of resources such as the Domestic Violence Hotline and the Bexar County Family Justice Center is crucial in providing help to those in abusive relationships, and it is essential that these resources are widely known and accessible to those who need them.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A Bexar County man, who is accused of killing his wife and hiding her body for more than a month, appeared in court Friday morning. Charles Byrd, 50, is charged with murder in connection with the July 2025 death of his wife, Angela. During Friday’s court proceedings, Bexar County Sheriff’s deputy...
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