CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (Court TV) — A woman admitted to having an affair with a former paramedic who is standing trial for killing his wife and father-in-law, but insisted the defendant was an “honest” person.
Matthew Konen sits in court during his trial on Oct. 1, 2026. (Court TV)
Matthew Konen, 36, is charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of his wife, Rachel Konen, and her father, David Rogers. Both victims were shot and killed Jan. 20, 2021, at the home the couple shared.
Matthew Konen has denied killing his first wife and told investigators that Rogers opened fire at his daughter. When that happened, the defendant said he tackled his father-in-law and wrestled the gun away, clearing the magazine before beating him with the weapon. In a 911 call played for the jury, Matthew Konen is heard continuing to attack Rogers, who he said was still moving…