Judge Dismisses Barry Morphew's $15M Malicious Prosecution Lawsuit

Federal judge rules probable cause existed for Morphew's arrest despite investigative failings in wife's murder case.

Barry Morphew's lawsuit claimed authorities fabricated evidence and conducted a reckless investigation in his wife's 2020 murder case.
U.S. District Judge Daniel Domenico found that there was still probable cause for Morphew's arrest, despite acknowledging investigative errors.
Suzanne Morphew's remains were discovered in September 2023, and her death was ruled a homicide involving animal tranquilizers.
Prosecutors dropped charges against Barry Morphew in 2022 due to withheld exculpatory evidence, including DNA from an unknown sex offender.
Former District Attorney Linda Stanley faces disbarment for her mishandling of the prosecution, while the investigation into Suzanne Morphew’s death continues.