MAN ACCUSED OF MURDERING HIS WIFE WANTS HIS BAIL REDUCED

Man accused of murdering his wife wants his bail reduced

An Ottumwa man accused of murdering his wife wants his bond reduced.  61-year-old Gregory Showalter appeared in Wapello County Court Monday (8/16) to have his $250,000 bond reduced.  He is accused of first degree murder in the death of 60-year-old Helen Showalter.  Her body was found in the Des Moines River two weeks ago.  Gregory Showalter’s attorney argued that he isn’t a threat to the community.  Prosecutors say a $250,000 bond is appropriate for a first degree murder charge.  The judge has yet to decide on Gregory Showalter’s request.

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