In a tragic incident, a woman in Arlington allegedly killed her husband after he asked her to sign divorce papers, according to the Arlington Police Department.
Authorities responded to a distress call made by 42-year-old My Tran around 6 a.m. on Wednesday, May 24, at an apartment complex situated in the 3200 block of Sweet Gum Trail, near the intersection of South Watson and East Mayfield roads.
Upon arrival, officers discovered an unresponsive 45-year-old man in a bedroom, whose identity has not yet been disclosed. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
An arrest-warrant affidavit revealed that Tran admitted to striking her husband in the head multiple times with a hammer, divulging her deep-seated anger toward him due to the circumstances surrounding their relationship.
Tran clarified to the police that she had accompanied him to the apartment specifically to address the signing of their divorce papers.
However, upon entering, she reportedly contemplated taking his life and then subsequently delivered six to seven fatal blows.
The affidavit also stated that Tran claimed to be fully aware of her actions, indicating a conscious and deliberate intent behind her devastating act that ultimately cost her husband his life.
Following her confession, officers took Tran into custody and charged her with murder.
She was booked into the Arlington City Jail. However, as of Sunday afternoon, she did not appear in jail records, sparking some uncertainty regarding her legal representation.
The incident has left the community in shock and mourning as the community grapples with the tragic loss of life.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident thoroughly, examining any additional evidence and potential factors contributing to the outcome.
As the legal process unfolds, the community awaits further developments and remains mindful of the profound impact of this heartbreaking event.
The investigation remains ongoing.
News of this alleged murder comes in the midst of an uptick in homicides in Dallas as well. As of May 27, the City had experienced 112 homicides on the year, a roughly 10% increase when compared to the year before.