Crime

New Hampshire man arraigned in shooting death of his wife

By Associated Press

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DERRY, N.H. (AP) — A 79-year-old New Hampshire man has pleaded not guilty to shooting and killing his wife.

WMUR-TV reports that Roderick Munstis is being held without bail after his arraignment on Monday.

Police responding to a 911 call early Saturday found the body of 74-year-old Ellen Munstis, along with her husband in their Derry home. Police say Roderick Munstis was the one who called 911.

He was charged with two alternative counts of second-degree murder.

Ellen Munstis died of multiple gunshot wounds to the chest.

Officials say the motive for the shooting is unknown.