Barry Morphew murder investigation
Prosecutors are investigating alleged paperwork signed by Barry Morphew in January 2026 to have his wife's remains cremated, which could be an attempt to destroy evidence, a development discussed during a status conference held on March 30, 2026. As of April 18, 2026: Morphew, who pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder on January 12, 2026, is out on a $3 million bond and his trial is scheduled for October 2026. Prosecutors revealed on March 24, 2026, that Morphew allegedly signed two forms authorizing cremation shortly before his trial was to begin, raising concerns about potential evidence destruction. The 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the dismissal of Morphew's civil lawsuit against prosecutors and investigators on April 7, 2026, and his defense attorney cited a large amount of data as the reason for waiving his right to a speedy trial.
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17 updatesProsecutors are investigating alleged paperwork signed by Barry Morphew in January 2026 to have his wife's remains cremated, which could be an attempt to destroy evidence. This development was discussed during a status conference held on March 30, 2026. Morphew was released from jail in January 2026 on a $3 million bond.
A judge granted Suzanne Morphew's daughters the opportunity to speak in court regarding the matter of her remains in March 2026. This development occurred as Barry Morphew, accused of his wife's murder, faces a trial scheduled for October 2026.
Barry Morphew pleaded not guilty to a first-degree murder charge on January 12, 2026, following his re-indictment by a grand jury on June 18, 2025. The original lead prosecutor in his case, Linda Stanley, was disbarred in September 2024.
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The 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the dismissal of Barry Morphew's civil lawsuit against prosecutors and investigators on April 7, 2026. Morphew had alleged misleading statements and lack of probable cause in his arrest affidavit.
Barry Morphew has waived his right to a speedy trial, with his defense attorney citing the large amount of data and anticipated trial length as reasons. Additionally, a federal appeals court upheld the dismissal of malicious prosecution claims Morphew had filed against investigators.
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In a March 9, 2026, status hearing, Barry Morphew's defense team began reviewing over six terabytes of new data ahead of an April motions deadline. A subsequent hearing was scheduled for March 30, 2026. Morphew faces a first-degree murder charge in connection with his wife Suzanne's death.
Suzanne Morphew's daughters withdrew their request for the release of their mother's remains on March 31, 2026. The Alamosa County District Attorney had opposed the move, stating the remains are critical evidence in the murder case against Barry Morphew. Barry Morphew's trial is scheduled for mid-October.
Prosecutors revealed on March 24, 2026, that Barry Morphew allegedly signed paperwork to have Suzanne Morphew's remains cremated shortly before his trial was scheduled to begin. Law enforcement secured the remains after obtaining a warrant, discovering Morphew had signed two forms authorizing the cremation. The cremation was scheduled for the day after the remains were secured, raising concerns about potential evidence destruction.
Barry Morphew was indicted for his wife Suzanne's murder in June 2025, after initial charges were dropped. His trial is scheduled for October 13, 2026. The former prosecutor who handled the initial case is facing a disciplinary hearing, with a panel recommending disbarment.
Prosecutors are opposing Suzanne Morphew's daughters' request to have her remains returned, arguing they are crucial evidence. The defense is challenging the prosecution's reliance on the wildlife sedative BAM, calling it "junk science." The trial is scheduled to begin October 13, 2026.
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The upcoming Barry Morphew murder trial is expected to focus on the presence of BAM, a powerful wildlife sedative, found in his wife Suzanne's system. Barry Morphew admitted to using BAM on a deer but denies using it on his wife. Meanwhile, the District Attorney's office has objected to the family's request to release Suzanne's remains, stating Barry Morphew, as the accused, has no right to decide on their disposition.
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Suzanne Morphew's daughters are seeking the return of their mother's remains, which were seized by investigators. They have filed a motion arguing the seizure violated their religious freedoms and right to grieve. The remains, discovered in September 2023, are central to the case against Barry Morphew, who has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder.
During his arraignment on January 16, 2026, Barry Morphew waived his right to a speedy trial.
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Barry Morphew entered a not guilty plea during his arraignment on January 16, 2026, and his trial has been set for October 13, 2026. A status conference is also scheduled for March 9, 2026.
Barry Morphew has pleaded not guilty to the murder of his wife, Suzanne Morphew, for a second time. His trial is scheduled to begin, and his defense team indicated it would likely last several weeks.
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Prosecutors presented new evidence in the Barry Morphew case, including male DNA found in Suzanne Morphew's car that does not match Barry or her alleged lover, and truck data showing Barry's vehicle was moved closer to the house on the night of her disappearance. An autopsy report from 2024 ruled Suzanne's death a homicide, noting the presence of an animal tranquilizer for which Barry Morphew had a prescription.
Barry Morphew pleads not guilty to the new first-degree murder charge in Alamosa County Court.
2025
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2025
5 updatesBarry Morphew posts a $3 million bond and is released from jail, placed under house arrest with an ankle monitor.
Barry Morphew has been indicted on a first-degree murder charge in the death of his wife, Suzanne Morphew, and rearrested. New indictment details reveal Suzanne's body was moved at least twice after her murder and that a unique combination of tranquilizer drugs, which Barry Morphew acknowledged using for deer, was found in her bone marrow. Morphew was arrested on June 20, 2025, and later released on a $3 million bond.
Barry Morphew was indicted for the first-degree murder of his wife, Suzanne Morphew, on June 18, 2025, and arrested in Arizona on June 20, 2025. Suzanne Morphew disappeared on Mother's Day 2020, and her remains were discovered in September 2023, with an autopsy in 2024 ruling her death a homicide due to intoxication of tranquilizer chemicals. Morphew had previously been arrested in May 2021, but those charges were dismissed in April 2022.
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Barry Morphew is arrested in Arizona and subsequently extradited to Colorado to face the new murder charges.
A grand jury indicts Barry Morphew for first-degree murder in Suzanne's death for the second time.
2024
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2024
3 updatesBarry Morphew's malicious prosecution lawsuit is dismissed by a federal judge.
The District Attorney who initially prosecuted Barry Morphew in the disappearance and murder of his wife, Suzanne Morphew, is now facing a disciplinary hearing. A panel has recommended that she be disbarred.
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An autopsy report rules Suzanne Morphew's death a homicide and reveals the presence of BAM, a wildlife tranquilizer, in her bone marrow.
2023
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2023
2 updatesThe discovered remains are officially identified as Suzanne Morphew by the El Paso County Coroner.
Suzanne Morphew's remains are discovered in Saguache County during an unrelated search.
2022
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2022
1 updateProsecutors file a motion to dismiss the murder charges against Barry Morphew without prejudice, citing issues with discovery and the missing body.
2021
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2021
3 updatesA judge rules there is probable cause for first-degree murder, and the case against Barry Morphew proceeds to trial.
During a preliminary hearing, details emerge about Suzanne's affair and her attempts to leave Barry, and male DNA unrelated to Barry is found in Suzanne's car.
Barry Morphew is arrested and charged with first-degree murder, tampering with physical evidence, and attempting to influence a public servant in connection with Suzanne's disappearance.
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