Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Brownsville, TX: Police: Brownsville man strangled wife

By Mary Avila
Wednesday, February 24, 2010 at 8:07 a.m.
Last updated: Today at 12:45 PM

Read more: Local, Crime, Alfredo Ibarra, Murder, Brownsville, Breaking News, Brownsville Police Department, Cameron County, Rio Grande Valley, Texas

A Brownsville man is expected to face murder charges after allegedly strangling his wife and stabbing himself.

Brownsville police told Action 4 News that they received a call from Alfredo Ibarra last night around midnight.

Officers responded to the Palacio Real Apartments near the intersection of Barnard Road and Wild Rose Lane.

Ibarra allegedly told officers that he strangled his wife and then stabbed himself several times in the neck and torso.

Police said Ibarra has a history of violence with at least two prior arrests.

The couple has four children, who are now with other family members.

Police said Ibarra remains said hospitalized where he is listed in stable condition.

Investigators said he will be facing murder charges upon release from the hospital.

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