Caleb Flynn, a former pastor who once appeared as a contestant on "American Idol," was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of his wife, WLWT reports. The sentence was handed down on Monday, October 5, 2026.
According to ABC News, Flynn received life without the possibility of parole. AP News also reported that the former singing competition contestant was sentenced to life for his wife's killing.
Flynn maintained his innocence ahead of the sentencing, according to live updates from WHIO TV. Coverage of the hearing included statements from the couple's daughters, who spoke out as their father was sentenced for their mother's murder, CNN reported.
The case drew national attention in part because of Flynn's background as a pastor and his prior appearance on the televised singing competition. Details about the circumstances of the killing and the trial were not included in the source material available.
Flynn's sentencing brings the criminal proceedings to a close, though the family's statements and any further legal steps may continue to draw coverage.
