David Walton, 41
MA, Taunton
April 3, 2011
David was allegedly killed by his boyfriend, James Costello, 45, while doing what he loved most, camping.
An officer found the couple on a routine patrol of the campground. He noticed the broken glass door of the campground office and saw the two men in blankets on the porch. They both appeared bruised and cut, however, David did not move. He was later pronounced dead by rescuers.
Costello later admitted to police that he assaulted and beat David with a shod foot.
Costello has a long criminal record including an assault conviction against David in 2006. A restraining order was also issued in 2006 for Costello to stay away from David.
The autopsy revealed strangulation was the cause of death.
Costello was charged with murder, assault and battery and battery with a dangerous weapon. He was held on $100,000 cash bail.
Source:
Jane Doe Inc. - Massachusetts Coalition Against Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence - DV Homicides
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