Strands of hair were key in the investigationStrands of hair were among the key evidence that helped investigators bring Heuermann into custody.
In addition, female hair now believed to be from Heuermann’s wife was found on or near three of the victims, prosecutors allege in the bail application.
On Wednesday – less than a week since Heuermann’s arrest – his wife, Asa Ellerup, filed for divorce, her attorney said.
Ellerup “and her family are going through a devastating time in their lives,” a Thursday statement from her attorneys said.
“The sensitive nature of her husband’s arrest is taking an emotional toll on the immediate and extended family, especially their elderly family members.”“Ms.
Persons:
Rex Heuermann, Heuermann, Melissa Barthelemy, Megan Waterman, Amber Lynn Costello, Maureen Brainard, Barnes, Ray Tierney, Heuermann’s, Rodney Harrison, CNN’s Erica Hill, “, ” Harrison, –, Asa Ellerup, Ellerup “, ”, ” “, Ellerup
Organizations:
CNN, New York City, Suffolk County Police
Locations:
, New York, New York, Suffolk County, Long, Massapequa