Crime & Safety

Accused Killer Still On West Coast, DA Seeks Gov.'s Warrant

Brian Chevalier did not waive rendition at his arraignment in Imperial County Superior Court in California.

NORTH ANDOVER, MA — The man accused of killing his ex-fiancee in North Andover did not waive rendition at a court appearance Monday in California. The Essex County District Attorney's Office will seek a Governor's warrant so Brian Chevalier can be charged in Massachusetts for the murder of Wendi Davidson.

Chevalier, 51, was arrested Wednesday in Mexico - just over the California border. He was wanted for the murder of Davidson, 49.

Chevalier was arraigned Monday in Imperial County (Calif.) Superior Court on fugitive from justice charges.

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The Essex County DA's Office did not have a timeline for when a Governor's warrant would be obtained.

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