Melonie Frye : “Denton Man Charged with Murder in Ex-Girlfriend’s Death”

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A Denton man was arrested and charged on Wednesday in connection with the January death of his ex-girlfriend, as announced by Denton police in a news release. Tommy Bays III, 39, of Denton, is currently held at Denton County Jail on a murder charge, with his bond yet to be determined. The victim, 44-year-old Melonie Frye, was found dead in a shed at a home on Monterey Drive. The Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office ruled her death a homicide in March. Bays, identified as Frye’s ex-boyfriend, was found to be the major contributor of DNA collected at the crime scene. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to contact Detective David Bearden at 940-349-7986 or Denton County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-388-TIPS (8477) or visit www.dentoncountycrimestoppers.com to remain anonymous.

1. Denton man arrested for murder of ex-girlfriend in shed
2. Denton man facing charges in ex-girlfriend’s shed death case

The Arrest of a Denton Man in the Tragic Death of His Ex-Girlfriend

In a heartbreaking turn of events, a Denton man has been arrested and charged in connection with the death of his ex-girlfriend, as announced by the Denton police. Tommy Bays III, aged 39, is currently being held at the Denton County Jail on a murder charge, with his bond yet to be determined.

The Incident

The incident took place on January 17 in the 900 block of Monterey Drive, where property management staff made a shocking discovery. The lifeless body of 44-year-old Melonie Frye was found inside the shed of a home, sending shockwaves through the local community.

A Tragic Loss

The Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office later confirmed that Frye’s death was ruled a homicide in March, adding to the devastating nature of the case. The loss of a loved one under such circumstances is always difficult to comprehend and accept.

The Suspect

As the investigation unfolded, detectives honed in on Bays, who was Frye’s ex-boyfriend, making him a person of interest. Forensic analysis revealed that Bays was the primary source of DNA found at the crime scene, leading to the issuance of an arrest warrant.

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Justice Served

Bays was taken into custody on Wednesday without incident, bringing a sense of closure to the case. However, the investigation is far from over, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in bringing justice to Frye.

Seeking Justice

If you have any information regarding this tragic homicide, please reach out to Detective David Bearden at 940-349-7986. Alternatively, you can provide anonymous tips by contacting Denton County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-388-TIPS (8477) or visiting www.dentoncountycrimestoppers.com.

Let us come together as a community to support the investigation and ensure that those responsible for this senseless tragedy are held accountable for their actions. Only through unity and cooperation can we bring closure to this heartbreaking chapter in Denton’s history.