GALVESTON, Texas – Galveston Police say a 88-year-old man has been arrested and is charged with murder for allegedly killing his wife.

It happened around 4:45 a.m. Monday in the 3200 block of Dominique.

Police were called to assist first responders, who were dispatched to the home after unconfirmed reports indicated a medical alert device reported a potential emergency.

When EMS arrived, they found a 89-year-old Anita Leal dead with an apparent gunshot wound.

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According to paramedics the woman’s husband, 88-year-old Ernest Leal, stated he had shot his wife.

After being told that by the man, paramedics called police, who entered the home and detained Leal without incident. He was transported to the Galveston Poli

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