Retrial Starts in Drowning Death

An Ohio man accused of  drowning his wife in their bathtub almost two years ago faced retrial last month as jury selection marked the start of 29-year-old Ryan Widmer’s ordeal. Widmer is accused of killing his wife, 24-year-old Sarah Widmer, at the couple’s home in Hamilton Township in southwest Ohio in August 2008.

Originally convicted in April 2009 of killing his wife, Widmer’s conviction was set aside by a judge after allegations of juror misconduct during deliberations. Widmer has been free on bond while awaiting his retrial.

Widmer was originally sentenced to 15 years to life in prison after his conviction in the first trial, although he has maintained his innocence, reportedly stating he loved his wife and would never hurt her.

Whatever the outcome of the trial, the family of Sarah Widmer needs closure in this case. It is essential that the family has a guiding hand. The Doan Law Firm, P.C. led by a Houston drowning attorney with extensive experience in water safety and water injury litigation. They can provide relief to grieving families.