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An 89-year-old man named Harold Hostetler was found dead in his Phoenix home with severe injuries. His wife, 52-year-old Lawanda Hostetler, left the home prior to the arrival of the police and returned later during the investigation. Lawanda was taken into custody and booked on murder charges the following morning as police continue their investigation into Harold’s death.
Phoenix Woman Arrested Following Husband’s Death
Police have apprehended a woman in Phoenix after the discovery of her 89-year-old husband’s demise in their residence. Lawanda Hostetler, 52, was taken into custody as a suspect in the case.
Authorities arrived at about 1:20 p.m. Friday at a home on 39th Drive, located south of Camelback Road, following an injured person report. Police discovered Harold Hostetler with grave injuries, who was later pronounced dead. Lawanda fled the scene prior to police arrival, but she returned during the investigation.
Hostetler was charged with murder and incarcerated Saturday morning. Investigations are ongoing to unearth the circumstances leading up to Harold’s death.
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