Florida man stabbed his wife to death and kept her body in their living room for 10 days
CNN/Meredith) — A Miami Beach man has confessed to stabbing his wife to death and leaving her body to decompose in their living room for 10 days.
Police arrested Russel Allen Ewing, 53, after neighbors reported a foul odor coming from the apartment.
Ewing opened the door naked while holding a knife, which may have been the murder weapon.
In an interview after his arrest, Ewing said he was arguing with his wife over finances as he was taking kitchen knives out of his bag.
When he turned around to face her, he accidentally stabbed her in the abdomen, according to his statement.
He covered the body with a blanket because he was afraid, he said.4 Ways to Explore Food Culture on the Island of Hawaii.The island of Hawaii has an amazing food culture that is worth exploring during your visit.Ad By The Hawaiian IslandsSee More
The victim had been dead for 10 days when police responded.
Ewing has been charged with second degree murder and is currently being held without bond.
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