Family Feud contestant Timothy Bliefnick faces charges in the Illinois murder of his wife

A Family disputes The candidate was arrested for the murder of his wife in Illinois, according to authorities.

Timothy Bliefnick, 39, has been charged with fatally shooting nurse Becky Bliefnick, 41, who was found dead at her home on February 23 after failing to pick up her three sons.

Police issued a search warrant for Mr Bliefnick’s home and car within a week of the shooting and took him into custody on Monday.

The suspect, who was in the midst of a divorce from the victim, was being held on two counts of first-degree murder and home invasion and was due to appear in court on Tuesday.

“This brutal crime has left the Quincy community on edge and our residents live in fear,” said Quincy Police Chief Adam Yates in a Facebook post. “I hope today’s announcement can allay some of those concerns.”

And he added: “There is still work to be done and the investigation continues, but today’s development is a significant step forward in seeking justice for Rebecca.”

The victim’s family said in a statement on Tuesday that although they were “heartbroken,” they were grateful for the arrest.

“While today’s arrest represents a step toward closure, this journey is far from over and the investigation continues,” it said in the statement.

“Our highest priority remains the protection and love of Becky’s sons, who have been the lights of her life. As we continue to mourn, we will love and care for her as we know she wants.”

The couple had been married since 2009, but had obtained a restraining order against her husband and father since separating from Becky Bliefnick. reports KHQA.

Timothy Bliefnick, who appeared on the famous game show with family members in 2021, had also sought a restraining order against his wife.