A Star Valley man was arrested this week on charges of Voluntary Manslaughter in connection to the death of his wife in November.

Jared Erickson of Star Valley Ranch was arrested May 27 following an investigation into the death of his wife Tennille Erickson. Court documents obtained by SVI News state that the incident occurred on November 17, 2024. According to the documents, Erickson called 911 at 6:37 p.m. reporting that his wife was non-responsive in their bedroom and that there was blood and vomit on the bed. Erickson told the 911 operator that they had been in separate rooms for a few hours and that when he checked on her, she was in the condition he called to report. A resulting investigation eventually led to the charge and arrest of Erickson.

In his initial court appearance, bond was set at $80,000. Bail was posted and Erickson has been released from custody. He has not yet entered a plea, which will take place at a forthcoming preliminary hearing.

Voluntary Manslaughter is a felony publishable by up to twenty years in prison and/or a fine of $10,000.

SVI News has contacted both the prosecution and defense in the case and are awaiting official statements from each. Additional details will be posted as they are made available.