ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A man accused of killing his wife and dismembering her body is standing trial 26 years after her murder.

Christopher Wolfenbarger is facing murder charges in connection with the death of his wife, 21-year-old Melissa Wolfenbarger.

Melissa’s dismembered remains were found in black trash bags tossed on the side of the road in 1999, although they wouldn’t be identified as hers until 2003.

Christopher was arrested in September 2024. Police said he was taken into custody at his home in Griffin while hiding behind a dryer.

Atlanta police did not disclose many details or say what the motive was, but they said they believed it was related to domestic violence.

Several witnesses, including family members and investigators involved with the case, have testifi

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