Fury as Texas husband accused of strangling pregnant wife is released on $1million bond

A Texas man has been released on a $1 million bond despite allegedly killing his pregnant wife.

Lee Gilley, 38, has been charged with the murder of his professor wife Christa, 38, who was pregnant when she was strangled at their home in Houston, Texas, on October 7.

Police say Gilley, who was arrested on October 11, tried to make his wife’s murder look like a suicide.

Christa’s family has said they are disappointed that Gilley was able to escape from prison on Thursday, reports continue Click on 2 Houston.

“We are deeply disappointed that the defendant entered into bond just a week after Christa’s death, but we are focused on the safety and well-being of Christa’s children,” a family attorney said in a statement.

As part of his bond conditions, Gilley is prohibited from contacting the couple’s two children, who are in the care of relatives.

“Christa’s family and loved ones want the best for her children and support law enforcement’s efforts to bring justice for Christa and her unborn child.”

As part of his bond conditions, Gilley is prohibited from contacting the couple’s two children, who are in the care of relatives.

Attorney Ed McClees said Gilley is devastated by the loss of his wife.

“There is more unknown than known at this point,” McClees said of Christa’s death.

Prosecutors say Lee called 911 on Oct. 7, claiming Christa had committed suicide by overdosing and that he was performing CPR.

Lee told police that he and Christa had an argument before he went to sleep and woke up three hours later to find her unresponsive.

Christa was taken to hospital, where she was pronounced dead.

According to court documents, doctors soon discovered injuries on her body that were inconsistent with a suicide attempt.

Christa’s autopsy revealed that she died “due to neck compression,” as her injuries were consistent with strangulation.

Prosecutors say Lee admitted that Christa was not suicidal or a drug user.

Prosecutor Day Lee called 911 on October 7 and claimed that Christa had attempted suicide by overdosing and that he was performing CPR

Christa’s autopsy revealed that she died ‘due to neck compression’ as her injuries were consistent with strangulation

Lee was arrested on Friday, October 11 and charged with the murder of his wife and unborn child.

A judge had rejected his bail application the following Monday.

The alleged killer is listed as the founder of software consultancy Docmo.

For her part, Christa had a doctorate in physical therapy and worked as an adjunct professor at the University of Texas Medical Branch.

Her family said in a statement that they are devastated by her death and the death of her unborn child.

The couple’s $1 million home in Houston is pictured above

The couple married in 2017 in Charleston, South Carolina, after almost a decade after first meeting, as reported by local media at the time.

“Christa was an amazing mother, full of love and excited to welcome her third child. They were taken from this world unnecessarily and far too soon,” the family said.

“Christa’s family appreciates the outpouring from the community and hopes for justice for their daughter and their unborn grandchild.

“They are here to support Christa’s children and focus on their daughter’s memory.”

Police have not yet revealed a motive for the alleged murder.

The couple married in 2017 in Charleston, South Carolina, after almost a decade after first meeting, as reported by local media at the time.

A post on Charleston Weddings Magazine said, “After going on a date and then going their separate ways, the two reunited eight years later in Boston for their second date. Talk about predestined!

“Lee flew from San Diego to Houston eleven months later, where he surprised Christa with a proposal.”