Alliance man accused of killing wife held on $5 million bond; supporters pack courtroom wearing victim’s image

An Alliance man accused of killing his wife will remain in the Stark County Jail on a $5 million bond following his first court appearance Monday, as grieving friends described the victim as a devoted mother and a woman who “could light up any room.”

Robert Andre Ross, 49, appeared via video in Alliance Municipal Court on a murder charge in connection with the death of his wife, Ashley Ross.

More than a dozen supporters filled the courtroom, many wearing T-shirts bearing Ashley Ross’ photo in a visible show of support for the slain mother of four.

Ashley Ross was found dead Wednesday morning inside the couple’s home in the 300 block of West Ely Street after children inside the residence called out for help, according to police…

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