After a preliminary investigation, the San Diego Sheriff’s Department charged the wife of a slain pastor of killing him despite her claims the death was “accidental.”
Gabriella Shepherd called 911 Monday evening to say that she unintentionally gunned down her 29-year-old husband Noah Shepherd as he entered the home through a back door.
It was not clear what led detectives to believe Gabriella’s claims were wrong but they have detained her on first-degree murder charges.
A bleeding Noah was found in the backyard of the Lemon Grove residence. He later died at a hospital.
“Noah had many friends at Providence, and we have fond memories of his time here,” Providence vice-president said.
“By all accounts, he was an excellent student and consistently demonstrated exemplary Christian character. We deeply grieve over this tragic event and are in prayer for his family and loved ones.”
The pastor leaves behind two sons. He had joined the San Diego Reformed Presbyterian Church last November.
