3WEST CONSHOHOCKEN, PA — A man is on trial for allegedly murdering his ex-girlfriend shortly after she ended their relationship, according to prosecutors. Michael Dutkiewicz, 26, faces charges of first-degree murder, third-degree murder, and possessing an instrument of crime in the death of Alyssa Wiest, 25. The incident reportedly took place on May 18.

Prosecutors state that Dutkiewicz and Wiest had been together for two years. On the night of May 17, they were drinking at a bar before returning home where Wiest informed Dutkiewicz she was breaking up with him.

Following the announcement, Dutkiewicz allegedly sought information online on how to load and shoot a revolver. Just after midnight, he purportedly applied this knowledge, leading to Wiest’s death.

Police received a call shortly

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