Ashley Flynn’s family says ‘our hearts are shattered’ after her alleged murder
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The family of an Ohio teacher who was brutally shot to death in her home during what was initially reported as an overnight burglary is breaking its silence after her former “American Idol” contestant husband was charged with murder.
Ashley Flynn, a mother of two, teacher and volleyball coach, was shot and killed at her home in Tipp City, Ohio, early Monday morning. Her husband, Caleb Flynn, 39, has since been charged with murder.
Ashley Flynn’s family said in a statement obtained by Fox News on Saturday that “our hearts are shattered.”
“Ashley brought endless light to our world and we are trying to cope with this great loss,” the family said.
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Tipp City Schools substitute teacher and volleyball coach Ashley Flynn was found dead in her Ohio home during a reported burglary. Police launched a murder investigation into the woman’s death. (Tipp City Schools)
Caleb Flynn was charged with murder, two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and two counts of tampering with evidence. He appeared in court Friday morning and pleaded not guilty. His bond was set at $2 million.
Caleb Flynn is seen in a booking photo from the Miami County Jail on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, in Dayton, Ohio. (Miami County Jail)
“Our family believes this arrest was made carefully and not without serious consideration,” Ashley Flynn’s family said in a statement. he said. “After speaking with both local police and federal officials, we believe the necessary steps were taken and the process was conducted appropriately.”
Ashley Flynn is seen with her husband Caleb Flynn in an undated photo. (Ashley Flynn/Facebook)
Caleb Flynn allegedly shot his wife with a 9mm handgun and staged the scene, causing officers to swerve, authorities said in court documents filed Friday.
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Caleb Flynn told a 911 dispatcher that someone had broken into his home and shot his wife twice in the head, according to the audio recording obtained by Fox News Digital.
Ashley and Caleb Flynn with their two children in an undated photo. (GoFundMe)
Caleb Flynn was a contestant on “American Idol” and talked about his love for his wife during an interview to appear on the show during a 2013 episode of Hometown Interview.
Ashley Flynn’s family asked for privacy as they work through “this complex case” and asked that anyone with information that could assist in the investigation contact the Tipp City Police Department.
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“We hold on to our faith, just like Ashley does every day,” the statement said.
Following the murder, the Christian Life Center in Butler Township described Flynn as follows: beloved member of the church.
Fox News’ Jennifer Griffin and Fox News Digital’s Adam Sabes and Sarah Rumpf-Whitten contributed to this report.
