New details emerge in Houston case involving body hidden in barrel

HOUSTON — A Houston man accused of murdering his girlfriend and hiding her body inside a barrel in a wooded area appeared in court again Wednesday, as prosecutors revealed disturbing new details about the case.

Jesus Varela faces multiple charges in connection with the death of his girlfriend, Christelrose Angel Ramirez.

WARNING: Authorities say details in this case are graphic and disturbing.

What prosecutors allege

Prosecutors say Varela shot Ramirez on December 1, likely while she was sleeping, inside their home in the Independence Heights area…

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