William Stevenson, the ex-husband of former First Lady Jill Biden, has been formally charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of his wife, Linda Stevenson. The 77-year-old suspect is currently being held at the Howard Young Correctional Institution in Wilmington, Delaware, after failing to post a $500,000 bail bond. Police authorities in New Castle County confirmed the charges following an extensive investigation into the tragic incident.
Details of the Investigation and Charges
According to official reports from the New Castle County Police, the investigation began on December 28 when officers responded to a domestic dispute call at the Stevenson residence in Oak Hill, Delaware. Upon arrival, they discovered Linda Stevenson, aged 64, unresponsive. Despite immediate attempts by emergency responders to revive her, she was pronounced dead at the scene. An autopsy has been ordered to determine the exact cause of death, though police have not released further details about the circumstances surrounding the alleged crime.
Background of William Stevenson and Connection to Jill Biden
William Stevenson was married to Jill Biden from 1970 to 1975, prior to her marriage to former President Joe Biden. During his college years, Stevenson was a football player, and he later became the owner of the Stone Balloon bar near the University of Delaware. Jill Biden met then-Senator Joe Biden in 1975, and they married two years later, with Joe Biden eventually serving as the 46th President of the United States. Stevenson's current legal representation status remains unclear as the case proceeds.
Remembering Linda Stevenson
Linda Stevenson is remembered by family and friends as a deeply family-oriented individual who cherished vacations with her daughter and granddaughter and was an avid supporter of the Philadelphia Eagles. She recently founded her own bookkeeping business, described in her obituary as "tenacious, kind-hearted, and fiercely loyal." The tribute further noted, "Her strength, resilience, and unwavering love for her family and friends will never be forgotten, and her absence will be felt deeply by all who knew her."
Jill Biden's Trailblazing Role as First Lady
Dr. Jill Biden made history as the first First Lady to maintain a full-time job while in the White House, continuing her work as an English professor at Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA). She has been a vocal advocate for women's health research and education initiatives, balancing her public duties with her professional career. This case brings a personal dimension to her public life, though there is no indication of her involvement in the legal proceedings against her ex-husband.
The murder charges against William Stevenson mark a somber development in a story that intertwines personal tragedy with high-profile political connections. As the legal process unfolds, authorities are expected to provide more information on the evidence leading to the first-degree murder charge. The community in Delaware and beyond awaits further updates on this distressing case.
