A software developer accused of strangling his pregnant wife had a history of disturbing social media activity that led to the alleged murder.
Lee Gilley, 38, allegedly strangled his wife Christa, 38, on October 7 before telling police that the mother of two had attempted to commit suicide by overdosing at their home in Houston, Texas.
A source who has known Lee since childhood told DailyMail.com that in recent years she had become obsessed with right-wing politics and the idea that women should stay at home to care for their families, despite Christa She was a successful physical therapist and teacher.
“This obviously seems at odds with being married to a woman with a PhD, two kids and a full-time job,” the source said.
Lee’s LinkedIn account shows that she repeatedly liked posts that said women should have a traditional role in the home rather than pursuing professional careers.
Lee Gilley, 38, has been charged with the murder of his teacher wife Christa, 38, in Houston, Texas, last week.
Christa’s autopsy determined that she died “due to neck compression,” as her injuries were consistent with strangulation.
Just days before his wife’s death, he liked a post that said: ‘I no longer trust women in work environments. It’s easy for me to evaluate men because… I’m one of them.
‘Women? It’s not that easy. Especially considering that in modern times they put their happiness before anything else and it’s not really obvious at first.
“They are downright dangerous to your business and your family.”
A week before his wife’s death, he liked a post that included the phrases: ‘Women, forget about your stupid career… We couldn’t care less about your career… society lied… reject modernity… embrace tradition. .’
Lee’s LinkedIn account shows that she repeatedly liked posts that said women should have a traditional role in the home rather than pursuing professional careers.
Last month, Lee liked a post that said: ‘Do you know what a scam really is? Pay someone else to raise your own children while you go to work so you can pay him to raise your children.’
Before allegedly killing his wife, Lee also liked false information that FEMA was preventing law enforcement from helping people during Hurricane Helene.
‘When this is over, people from the Biden administration and FEMA will face criminal charges. This is disgusting.’ the LinkedIn post said.
Prosecutors say Lee called 911 on Oct. 7 and claimed Christa had tried to commit suicide by overdosing and that he was performing CPR.
Lee told police that he and Christa had been arguing before going to sleep and that he woke up three hours later to find her unconscious.
On prosecutors’ day, Lee called 911 on Oct. 7 and claimed Christa had attempted suicide by overdose and that he was performing CPR.
The couple’s $1 million home in Houston is shown above
Christa was taken to the hospital, where she was pronounced dead.
Doctors quickly discovered injuries on his body that were not consistent with a suicide attempt, according to court documents.
Christa’s autopsy determined that she died “due to neck compression,” as her injuries were consistent with strangulation.
Prosecutors say Lee admitted that Christa was not suicidal or using drugs.
Lee was arrested and charged with the murder of his wife and unborn child on Friday.
A judge denied his bail request on Monday.
The alleged killer is listed as the founder of the software consulting company Docmo.
Christa’s murder was staged to look like a suicide by her husband, prosecutors allege.
The couple married in Charleston, South Carolina, in 2017, after nearly a decade of initially knowing each other, local media reported at the time.
Christa, for her part, had a doctorate in physical therapy and worked as an adjunct professor at the University of Texas Medical Branch.
His family said in a statement that they are devastated by his death and the death of their unborn child.
‘Christa was an incredible mother, full of love and excited to welcome her third child. “They were taken from this world unnecessarily and too soon,” the family said.
‘Christa’s family appreciates the community outpouring and hopes for justice for their daughter and unborn grandson.
Lee was arrested and charged with the murder of his wife and unborn child on Friday. He was denied bail on Monday
“They are here to support Christa’s children and focus on their daughter’s memory.”
Police have not yet revealed a motive for the alleged murder.
The couple married in Charleston, South Carolina, in 2017, nearly a decade after initially meeting, local media reported at the time.
A post in Charleston Weddings magazine said: ‘After dating and then going their separate ways, the two reconnected 8 years later in Boston for their second date. Talk about destiny!
“Lee flew from San Diego to Houston 11 months later, where he surprised Christa with a proposal.”
