BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A man accused of shooting and killing his ex-girlfriend after being released from custody twice is facing new charges in connection with three separate incidents at the victim’s home leading up to her death, Erie County District Attorney Mike Keane said during a press conference on Wednesday.
Rickey Crouch, 49, was indicted on nine counts after he allegedly shot and killed 44-year-old Amanda Thompson in the early morning hours of July 17.
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In the first incident, Crouch is accused of breaking into Thompson’s home on April 12 at 645 South Ogden St. Keane said Crouch entered the home through a rear bedroom window where Thompson’s 14-year-old son was home alone. He allegedly took property without incident before returning again, kicking in the door and physically confronting the 14-year-old.
Crouch had previously been living in the home. No charges were pursued. He faces second-degree burglary and endangering the welfare of a child…