A 76-year-old man was found dead in his Morgan County bedroom Saturday night, and deputies say the scene showed signs of a violent struggle. His wife was later arrested on charges that include elder abuse and concealing a death.

What’s Happening: Deputies say Jack Lindsey was already dead when they arrived at his Baldwin Dairy Road home after a call for a welfare check late Saturday night.

  • Karen Lindsey, 58, was arrested less than two hours later at her son’s home in Monroe.
  • She’s charged with aggravated assault on a person over 65, elder abuse, and concealing the death of another.

Between the Lines: Deputies say Karen Lindsey had visible injuries when they found her and said she’d been in a physical altercation with her husband. Investigators say the home showed signs of a struggle.

  • An autopsy by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation will determine the official cause of death.
  • Deputies say the couple had been arguing for days before Jack Lindsey was found dead.

Catch Up Quick: Authorities were alerted after Karen Lindsey’s son called 911 asking for a welfare check on his stepfather.

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