HOUSTON — The man accused of killing his pregnant wife at their Heights home earlier this month was released from custody after posting a $1 million bond, according to authorities.
Lee Gilley, 38, is charged with capital murder in connection with the death of his wife, 38-year-old Christa Gilley.
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Investigators said Lee Gilley called 911 on Monday. Oct. 7 and said his wife was suicidal and had intentionally overdosed and killed herself. Investigators later determined she had been strangled and Lee Gilley was arrested on Friday, Oct. 11.
Prosecutors said the couple's two children were at the home when Christa was killed.
Authorities said he posted bond days after it was set last week.
Lee Gilley is due back in court on Nov. 20.
An attorney for Christa Gilley's family sent KHOU 11 the following statement in the wake of her death:
"Christa's family is devastated by her tragic death and the death of her unborn child. Christa was an amazing mother, full of love, and excited to welcome her third child. They were taken from this world needlessly and way too early. Christa's family appreciates the outpouring from the community and hopes for justice for their daughter and their unborn grandchild. They are here to support Christa's children and to focus on the memory of their daughter."