UPDATE: Fairfield police investigators revealed startling evidence today in the trial of Gregory Grant Hobson, 64, charged with the killing of his wife, Anu Anand Hobson, on February 14, 2023. The details, shared in Solano County Superior Court, paint a chilling picture of the events leading up to the crime and its gruesome aftermath.
During Monday’s testimony, Deputy District Attorney Bruce Flynn called Detective Keli Callison as a key witness. Callison recounted how he received an alert from a Flock license plate reader about Anu’s disappearance on February 16. The detective identified Gregory’s silver Toyota Tacoma near Highway 12 and Walters Road and subsequently stopped him. The investigation took a dramatic turn when a search warrant was executed, leading to the discovery of a disturbing scene.
On February 22, Detective Dennis Chapman reported that Fresno County officials found a 40-gallon black tote containing blood, 190 miles south of Fairfield. This shocking find culminated in the discovery of Anu’s charred body nearby. Flynn presented video evidence showing Gregory at a local store purchasing a hydraulic lift just days before the murder, which investigators believe was used to move Anu’s body.
In a gripping moment, the courtroom watched bodycam footage of Hobson being arrested, visibly distressed. The prosecution’s case heavily relies on circumstantial evidence, including DNA analysis and video surveillance from their home. These videos captured critical moments, including Gregory’s movements on the day of the crime, with timestamps indicating he was in the vicinity of the murder.
Testimony revealed that Gregory expressed irrational fears about Anu, believing she was attempting to poison him and having an affair. Both their children, Sean and Sara, were interviewed, with Sean asserting his father’s incapacity for violence, adding a personal layer to the trial’s emotional weight.
As the trial progresses, key evidence includes a receipt for the hydraulic lift, found in the Hobson home, and a sealed envelope containing $4,800 in cash. Investigators are expected to examine further DNA evidence, while forensic experts will analyze the circumstances surrounding Anu’s death.
The courtroom atmosphere remains tense as the prosecution builds its case, aiming to prove Hobson’s guilt through a network of circumstantial evidence. If convicted, Hobson faces a sentence of 25 years to life in prison. The trial resumes at 9:30 a.m. tomorrow in Department 25 of the Justice Center in Fairfield.
Next Steps: The trial is expected to last at least three more weeks, with significant testimonies and evidence yet to be presented. The emotional stakes are high for the family and the community as the prosecution seeks justice for Anu Hobson. Stay tuned for more updates as this developing story unfolds.
