Italy granted partial extradition for Lee Gilley, a Texas man accused of killing his pregnant wife, allowing his return to the United States to face a reduced murder charge rather than capital murder. His defense attorney says an appeal is likely.
WHO:Italian authorities
WHAT:granted partial extradition for Lee Gilley to face a reduced murder charge in the United States
WHEN:Reported Oct 20, 2026 at 7:44 PM ET
WHERE:Italy
WHY:Italy granted extradition on the condition that Gilley face a lesser charge, not capital murder.
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