Milan Township man, 68, held in death of wife

7/14/2009

MONROE A 68-year-old Milan Township man is being held in the Monroe County jail in the weekend death of his wife, authorities said.

John A. Bausman is charged with one count of open murder. His wife, Kay Louise Bausman, 68, was found dead Sunday in their home in the 15000 block of Sherman Road. Monroe County sheriff s deputies were called to the house after emergency responders found Mrs. Bausman unresponsive.

An autopsy is being conducted by the Wayne County Medical Examiner s Office. Mr. Bausman is being held in the jail without bond pending arraignment in district court.