The wife of an Illinois criminal court judge who was found dead on Tuesday has been charged with his murder.
Edwards County Circuit Judge Michael J. Valentine was found deceased with a gunshot wound at his Albion home. Though details are scarce, WEHT reported that Megan Valentine has been charged in connection with his death.
Megan Valentine, who appeared in court on Thursday, is charged with murder, aggravated domestic battery, and aggravated discharge of a firearm. She is being held in Edwards County Jail.
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[Feature Photo: Village of Orland Park; Edwards County jail]