Man Accused of Strangling Wife Claims Self-Defense, Prosecutors Disagree
St. Charles, Missouri – The trial of Albert “AJ” Cassella, 40, has brought to light a tragic incident where he stands accused of murdering his wife, Amanda Pearson, at their home in rural Lincoln County. Cassella claims that her death was accidental, stating that he acted in self-defense after his wife allegedly pointed a gun at him. However, prosecutors argue that Cassella used his physical advantage to strangle Pearson intentionally. During opening statements, prosecutor Tamma …