Chicago man deported from Bali after prison release for murder arrested on flight back to US

Chicago man Tommy Schaefer arrested on flight to U.S. faces federal conspiracy charges in shocking 2014 Bali suitcase murder of girlfriend's mother.

26 Feb, 21:54 — 26 Feb, 23:40

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Why this matters

This story is significant as it involves the re-arrest of an individual previously convicted abroad for a high-profile murder, highlighting the complexities of international law and extradition. It demonstrates the long reach of justice, as a person who served time in another country can still face new charges related to the same crime upon returning to their home country. This case, often referred to as the 'suitcase murder,' has garnered significant media attention since its initial occurrence.

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What sources agree on

A Chicago man was arrested on a flight back to the U.S. after being deported from Bali.
The arrest is connected to a murder that occurred in Bali, involving his then-girlfriend's mother.
The man had previously served prison time in Bali for the murder.
The victim's body was found stuffed in a suitcase.

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The man arrested is Tommy Schaefer.

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The man faces federal conspiracy charges in the U.S.

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The Bali murder occurred in 2014.

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The man spent 11 years in prison in Bali.

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The man is accused of conspiring with his then-girlfriend to kill her mother.

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The name of the man arrested, Tommy Schaefer.

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The specific year of the Bali murder, 2014.

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The duration of his prison sentence in Bali, 11 years.

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NYTMostly Factual165d ago

Chicago Man Faces U.S. Charges in Woman’s Killing During Bali Trip

The man is accused of conspiring with his then girlfriend to kill her mother, whose body was stuffed in a suitcase. He spent 11 years in prison in Bali, Indonesia, on related charges.

By Aimee Ortiz

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Fox NewsMixed165d ago