Brian Walshe murder trial: Prosecutors say husband dismembered wife Ana to dodge prison in art fraud case
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As Brian Walshe faces trial for allegedly murdering his wife Ana, Massachusetts prosecutors argue the crime was a deliberate strategy to preserve his liberty and wealth, rather than a spontaneous act.

Ana Walshe, who divided her time between Washington, D.C., and their family home in Cohasset, Massachusetts, vanished on New Year’s Day 2023. She was reportedly seen entering a rideshare to head to D.C. for a work-related emergency. However, Massachusetts authorities have confirmed that she never boarded the flight. 

Brian, her spouse of seven years, faces charges of first-degree murder, illegal transportation of a body, and deceiving law enforcement regarding Ana’s disappearance. Additionally, he confronts separate federal accusations relating to art fraud, and he has denied these charges.

Nonetheless, prosecutors have presented a more comprehensive and premeditated rationale. According to Los Angeles Magazine, state attorneys suggest Brian Walshe thought Ana’s “death or disappearance” might allow him to evade federal jail time linked to a past art fraud conviction in Los Angeles.

Jury selection in his trial is scheduled to begin Oct. 20, with proceedings expected to last approximately three to four weeks.

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