A Colorado woman, Ashley White, was convicted of second-degree murder in the death of her boyfriend, Cody DeLisa. The conviction stems from a 2020 incident in which White allegedly conspired with a stranger to kill DeLisa after he expressed doubts about her job prospects.
- Colorado woman convicted of boyfriend's murder
- Relationship marked by volatility and strain
- Murder planned with a stranger on bus
- DeLisa shot twice in the head
- White stole DeLisa's wallet post-murder
- Sentencing scheduled for April 4, 2024
White, 29, was found guilty by a jury after a trial that began on January 6. The Adams County District Attorney’s office reported that she and DeLisa had a troubled relationship marked by conflict over her employment status.
The case against Ashley White highlights the tragic circumstances surrounding the death of Cody DeLisa in Commerce City, Colorado. On August 13, 2020, following an argument about her job prospects during a bus ride home from an interview, White met an unidentified man who later became involved in the plot to kill DeLisa.
Key details include:
- White and DeLisa had a “volatile and strained relationship.”
- DeLisa was shot twice in the head at their home; his body was discovered the next day.
- After the murder, White and her accomplice allegedly stole DeLisa’s wallet.
In early 2023, new evidence emerged when a woman contacted authorities claiming her boyfriend confessed to being part of the murder. This led to further investigations connecting him to White’s account of events. Despite this development, he has not been charged regarding DeLisa’s death due to his mental competency issues related to another case.
The jury found White guilty after three weeks of testimony on charges including conspiracy and robbery. District Attorney Brian Mason stated that “Ashley White bears significant culpability” for this senseless act. She faces sentencing on April 4.
This case underscores serious concerns about domestic relationships and their potential consequences. The conviction serves as a reminder of how personal conflicts can escalate into tragic outcomes.
