Wife of Alleged Gilgo Beach Serial Killer Asserts Husband's Innocence, Attorney Says

Asa Ellerup, the estranged wife of alleged Gilgo Beach serial
killer Rex Heuermann, has reaffirmed her belief in her husband's
innocence, according to a statement released by her attorney on
Wednesday.

Heuermann, a former New York architect, faces charges in
connection with the murders of four women whose remains were
discovered near Gilgo Beach in December 2010. Despite the
severity of the accusations, Ellerup maintains her husband's
innocence, regularly visiting him in custody.

"I will listen to all of the evidence and withhold judgment until
the end of trial," Ellerup stated through her attorney, Bob
Macedonio. "I have given him the benefit of the doubt, as we all
deserve."

Expressing sympathy for the victims and their families, Ellerup
emphasized her belief in Heuermann's innocence, stating, "Nobody
deserves to die in that manner."

Heuermann, aged 60, has been charged with the murders of Maureen
Brainard-Barnes, Megan Waterman, Amber Costello, and Melissa
Barthelemy, all of whom were escorts on Long Island. He pleaded
not guilty to these charges.

Macedonio explained Ellerup's decision to release a statement,
stating that she visited Heuermann several times since the last
indictment and wished to reiterate her belief in his
innocence.

Prosecutors allege that Heuermann's wife and children were out of
town when Brainard-Barnes disappeared and was killed, fitting a
pattern where Heuermann was allegedly alone when the other three
victims were killed.

Substantial DNA evidence has been collected in the case since
Heuermann's arraignment, including hair found on the belt buckle
securing Brainard-Barnes' body, which matched Ellerup's genetic
profile. Similar DNA links were found at other crime scenes,
involving Heuermann's wife and daughter, who are not considered
suspects.

Despite these developments, a trial date has not been scheduled
for Heuermann, who continues to maintain his innocence.

The case has garnered significant attention due to the gruesome
nature of the crimes and the subsequent legal proceedings against
Heuermann, a father of two who has denied all charges against
him.

As the investigation continues and legal proceedings unfold, the
community awaits further updates on the case, hoping for justice
for the victims and closure for their families.
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