Man charged for murder in case of missing New Albany woman

NEW ALBANY, Ind. (WAVE) - An arrest has been made in relation to a case of a missing New Albany woman last seen on August 2, according to New Albany police.

Judson Keith Hoover, 50, has been arrested in connection with the disappearance of his wife, 38-year-old Rebecca Ruth Hoover.

New Albany Chief of Police Todd Bailey said Judson has been currently charged with murder after an extensive investigation.

Judson Keith Hoover, 50, has been arrested in connection with the disappearance of his wife,... — Judson Keith Hoover, 50, has been arrested in connection with the disappearance of his wife, 38-year-old Rebecca Ruth Hoover.(Floyd County Jail)

Rebecca Ruth Hoover, 38, of New Albany is listed as 5′8″ and approximately 200 pounds. — Rebecca Ruth Hoover, 38, of New Albany is listed as 5′8″ and approximately 200 pounds.(New Albany Police Department)

“The hard work and diligence of the NAPD Criminal Investigations team has revealed strong evidence indicating Judson Hoover is responsible for the death of Rebecca Hoover,” Chief Bailey said in a release.

No further details have been provided by New Albany investigators.

Judson has been arrested and booked in Floyd County Jail.

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