Christopher Robertson: Man says 'my father-in-law is going to kill me' after confessing to shooting wife

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FORT WORTH, TEXAS: A man has been apprehended concerning his wife's homicide on Sunday, April 21, following the discovery of 34-year-old Kristlynne Robertson's body concealed in a trap at their residence on April 19.

Christopher Robertson, 33, stands accused of murder, with allegations suggesting he notified emergency services a day after law enforcement uncovered his wife's remains, according to NBC.

To provide background, as per Crowley PD records, the suspect had a violent history, having been arrested in 2017 for making terroristic threats against family members or households.

Christopher Robertson wrapped the body in a blue tarp

Police were called to the Fort Worth residence on Friday, April 19, following a report of a deceased individual at the house in the 5500 block of Whitman Avenue.

Upon arrival, authorities discovered Kristlynne inside the home, lacking a shirt and exhibiting blood on her skin, wrapped within a blue tarp, as detailed in the arrest warrant.

Additionally, bruises were observed on her neck, as per People.

Notably, Christopher's brother returned to the residence after an absence of several days and found his sibling in a highly intoxicated state, emitting a strong foul odor.

Upon entering the bedroom, he discovered Kristlynne's body.

The brother, whose identity remains undisclosed on the warrant, proceeded to remove his brother and a firearm from the premises before contacting the police, as outlined in the warrant.

Christopher Robertson’s alleged incriminatory 911 call

Following the discovery of Kristlynne's body, Christopher reportedly dialed 911 and uttered several statements, some of which hinted at his involvement in her demise, as detailed in the warrant.

Police stated that Christopher allegedly declared, "My father-in-law is going to kill me," followed by the purported admission, "I killed his daughter," before disclosing his identity, his wife's, and their shared address, coinciding with the site where Kristlynne's body was discovered the previous evening. 

Kristlynne Robertson's family warned her repeatedly to leave Christopher Robertson

As reported by WFAA, the sister of the victim, Kristlynn Robertson, disclosed off-camera that Kristlynn often went by the name 'Kristle'. 

Additionally, Kristlynne's relatives shared that she was a mother of five who had a fondness for country music, video games, and crocheting. 

The couple, who had known each other since kindergarten, attended the same grade school located directly across the street from the residence where Kristlynne's body was discovered. 

Furthermore, her family revealed that they had repeatedly advised Kristlynne to leave her husband.

Where is Christopher Robertson now?

On Sunday, April, 21 when officers visited Christopher's residence, he purportedly confessed to shooting his wife, expressing a desire to be incarcerated, according to the warrant. 

Allegedly, he surrendered his firearm to the officers, claiming to have used it in Kristlynne's killing. Jail records indicate that Robertson is being detained on a $100,000 bond. 

Information regarding his plea and legal representation was not immediately accessible.

Internet in shock after Kristlynne's body found wrapped in blue tarp

Upon discovering that Fort Worth police had arrested Christopher Robertson amid the discovery of his wife Kristylnne Robertson's body wrapped in a blue tarp, numerous internet users on Instagram expressed their opinions on the heinous crime. 

One user wrote, "This is so damn scary." Another user wrote, "These bond amounts never fit the crimes people do when they are actually dangerous! SMH." 

A third questioned, "100k? So he only needs 10k to get out on murder. I see why…." A last user said, "100k bond is crazy 🤦🏾‍♂️."

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