A Philadelphia mother of three is facing multiple charges, including murder and abuse of a corpse, following the fatal shooting of her husband. Danielle Baxter, 39, is alleged to have left her husband’s body on a plastic sheet between two parked cars outside their home. The body of Jordan Baxter, 38, was discovered by police last Wednesday morning.
The deceased had suffered a gunshot wound to the head, with a firearm left on his chest. Investigators also discovered blood inside the residence shared by the couple and their three children.
In the days leading up to the incident, Danielle Baxter had posted ambiguous messages on Facebook regarding her marriage. These posts, as reported by the Daily Voice Morrisville, hinted at marital discord and perceived threats from other women.
In a post dated March 14, five days before the discovery of her husband’s body, Baxter wrote about women “plotting on your marriage and waiting for your downfall.” She further expressed her frustration at men who allowed such interference.
The day after her husband’s death, Danielle Baxter was arrested and charged with murder among other offenses. She remains in custody and is scheduled for a court appearance on April 7. The police have not yet disclosed a potential motive for the crime.
This tragic incident has left a community in shock and three children without their father. As the investigation continues, the focus will be on understanding the circumstances that led to this violent act and ensuring justice is served.