Britany Barron, the Jaffrey woman awaiting trial in connection to the death of a Keene man, has been denied bail and will remain in jail, reports WMUR.
Her husband, Armando Barron, has been accused of shooting and killing 25-year-old Jonathan Amerault in September 2020. Armando Barron allegedly killed Amerault after discovering his wife was having an affair with the Keene man. Amerault’s body was found in northern New Hampshire.
Britany Barron is accused of destroying and falsifying evidence. Recently, her defense attorneys asked for bail on her behalf, stating that she does not pose a threat to the public. Defense attorney Richard Guerriero alleges that his client fits the “classic definition of a victim of domestic violence”, and believes that her situation should be viewed from this perspective.
However, prosecutors state that Britany Barron’s behavior proves that she is a danger to society. Assistant Attorney General Scott Chase stated, “What we do know is that after seeing Jonathan get tortured and shot multiple times and hearing him moaning in the back of his car, she made absolutely no attempts to help him.” Prosecutors also state that she could have gone for help sooner, but chose to wait.
The case’s judge sided with the prosecution, saying that she will remain in jail as she poses a threat to the public. At this time, her trial is scheduled for December, although court officials believe it could happen sooner and that there is a possibility for a plea bargain.
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