Barry Morphew Indicted Again in Wife’s 2020 Murder

Barry Morphew appeared in an Alamosa, Colorado courtroom after a grand jury indicted him again for the 2020 murder of his wife, Suzanne Morphew, whose remains were discovered in 2023. The autopsy revealed Suzanne's body contained butorphanol, azaperone, and medetomidine, animal tranquilizers that Morphew was uniquely prescribed and used for wildlife sedation. This is Morphew's second murder charge in the case; the 2021 charge was dropped due to prosecutorial misconduct and lack of a body, permitting a new case if further evidence arose. Morphew maintains his innocence, while his defense has requested more time to review discovery ahead of the next court date in September 2025. Limited media recording is allowed in court, despite defense objections. The case has drawn national attention due to its complex history, including allegations of infidelity and rare forensic evidence.