New Twist in Ashley Flynn Murder Case: Ex-American Idol Star Caleb Flynn Hit With Shocking Charges

Former American Idol contestant and worship pastor Caleb Flynn, 39, who has been accused of killing his wife, Ashley Flynn, in February in their Ohio home, is facing additional charges, according to latest court records.

A March indictment in Miami County Common Pleas Court shows Flynn has been charged with two additional counts of witness intimidation, two additional counts of murder and one count of aggravated murder.

Prosecutors now allege Flynn not only killed his wife but also attempted to intimidate a witness in the days following her death.

Ashley, 37, a Lee University graduate and volleyball coach from Tipp City, was found dead inside the couple’s home in the early hours of February 16 after her husband claimed there had been a break-in.

Deputies discovered she had suffered two gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Caleb Flynn was taken into custody on February 19 on several charges including murder, according to People. The original warrant did not include these charges; they were added in the indictment filed on March 18.

Authorities accused Caleb Flynn attempted to intimidate someone who witnessed the crime. He was charged with two counts, but it is not clear if the suspect attempted to intimidate more than one witness. Officials have not disclosed the identity of the alleged witness.

According to court records, the alleged intimidation took place between February16 and February 18 — the days between Ashley’s murder and Caleb Flynn's arrest.

Court documents indicate the couple’s two daughters were inside the home at the time of the shooting.

Friends and family have described Ashley Flynn as a deeply loved and compassionate person. “You seemed like a beautiful soul from the outside view and stories shared,” her friend Jacqueline Alexis wrote on Facebook.

“May your two young and beautiful daughters look back at all the work you have done, time you have given to so many and see the amazing mom figure. Even though your life was short, may your girls carry you on through life. Prayers to your family, friends, and community.”

Days before her death, Ashley had updated her Facebook profile picture to a photo of herself kissing Caleb Flynn.

Jon Crawford, husband of Kara Crawford, one of Ashley’s closest friends, said on her GoFundMe page, “Ashley lived her life as the hands and feet of Jesus. Her laughter was contagious. She was an incredible encourager who loved people deeply. She was a devoted wife, an amazing mother, and a cherished daughter, sister, and friend.”

Caleb Flynn appeared on the 12th season of American Idol in 2013. He spoke about his love for his wife during an interview on the show and compared her to his favorite contestant, Carrie Underwood.

He has been charged with one count of aggravated murder, three counts of murder, two counts of felonious assault, three counts of tampering with evidence and two counts of intimidation of a witness.

Court records show Flynn pleaded not guilty to all charges.