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Former Wrestler Billy Jack Haynes Arrested in Wife's Fatal Shooting

The incident occurred at their Portland home, with Haynes currently hospitalized for an unrelated condition.

  • Former professional wrestler William Albert "Billy Jack" Haynes Jr. is in custody following the fatal shooting of his wife, Janette Becraft, 85, in Portland, Oregon.
  • The incident occurred on February 8 at their home, with police responding to reports of a shooting. Haynes was later taken to a hospital for a medical condition unrelated to the homicide.
  • Haynes, 70, had a notable career in the World Wrestling Federation in the 1980s, including appearances at WrestleMania III.
  • Neighbors described Haynes and Becraft as inseparable, noting Becraft's struggle with dementia and Haynes's recent hospitalization for a rib injury.
  • Charges against Haynes are pending his release from the hospital, where he is currently receiving treatment.
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