Colorado man says wife cut her own throat; police dispute
By The BriefBrief
A Colorado man accused of killing his wife told police she cut her own throat after suffering postpartum depression. Police quickly disputed that account, citing evidence and his scratches, and arrested him, authorities said Wednesday.
WHO:Police in Colorado; a Colorado man accused of killing his wife
WHAT:Police disputed a man’s claim that his wife cut her own throat and arrested him in the case.
WHEN:Aug 19, 2026
WHERE:Colorado, USA
WHY:Police disputed the self-inflicted-throat-cut explanation based on evidence and the man’s scratches.
