Caleb Flynn Charged With Wife’s Murder

By: Michael Jacobs – Senior Editor | JRL CHARTS Entertainment Crime News

LAS VEGAS — (February 20, 2026) — Former American Idol contestant Caleb Flynn has been charged with murder following the fatal shooting of his wife inside their Ohio home, according to law enforcement officials.

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Authorities say Flynn was arrested Thursday by the Tipp City Police Department and booked into the county jail on charges including murder, felonious assault, and tampering with evidence.

Investigators allege that Flynn fatally shot his 37-year-old wife, Ashley, with a 9mm semiautomatic handgun before staging the scene to appear as a break-in.

Flynn has not been convicted of any charges, and the case remains active in the court system.

Flynn’s 911 Call Released

Audio obtained by WHIO TV captures Flynn placing a 911 call in which he claims someone broke into the home and shot his wife. During the call, Flynn can be heard sounding emotional and distressed, telling dispatchers there was blood throughout the residence and that his wife had suffered gunshot wounds.

He also reportedly told dispatchers that their children were inside the home asleep and that a garage door was left open.

Watch the 911 Call Below:

Arrest and Charges

According to official booking records, Flynn was taken into custody and charged with:

Murder
Felonious assault
Tampering with evidence

Authorities have not publicly disclosed additional details regarding motive as the investigation continues.

Flynn’s mug shot was released following his arrest.

Court Appearance

Flynn appeared in court on the murder charge, where a judge reviewed the allegations and outlined the next legal steps in the case.

Watch Caleb Flynn’s Court Appearance Below:

Background

Caleb Flynn auditioned for Season 12 of American Idol in 2013. Although he did not advance in the competition, he gave interviews during that time expressing his passion for music and his family.

This case marks a dramatic turn from his brief appearance on national television to facing serious criminal allegations more than a decade later.

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