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Husband Arrives At Scene Claiming Wife Left At 7:30
- Eugene Bingham found detectives at the scene when he arrived looking for his wife and was immediately told she was dead.
- He told police Cherise left with the dogs at 7:30 p.m., a timeline later inconsistent with discovery times.
Suicide Theory Weakens Because Of Her Dogs And Behavior
- Early investigation initially considered suicide because the firearm and permit were found near Cherise and two large dogs made stranger attack seem unlikely.
- Detectives quickly reconsidered suicide after learning about her close bond with her dogs and that she prepared for an outdoor walk.
Anonymous Tip Reveals Longterm Affair
- An anonymous tip told police Eugene had an affair lasting 14 years, prompting immediate questioning while he was still at the station.
- Eugene at first minimized the affair then admitted it was ongoing, giving detectives a new investigative focus.