UPDATE: In a gripping courtroom revelation, investigators have linked Gregory Grant Hobson to the murder of his wife, Anu Anand Hobson, through meticulous cellphone tracking. This critical evidence was presented on October 25, 2023, during the ongoing trial in Solano County, where Hobson faces charges for the alleged murder that took place on February 14, 2023.
Crime analyst Sara Morin from the California Department of Justice testified about her extensive research, which traced Hobson’s cellphone activity before and after the time prosecutors allege he killed his wife and subsequently disposed of her body in rural Fresno County. The analysis showed Hobson’s movements across multiple counties, creating a timeline that suggests premeditated actions leading up to the crime.
Morin utilized cellphone call records and precise location data to pinpoint Gregory Hobson’s whereabouts on February 13 and February 14. Her findings indicated that Hobson was in Sacramento County before traveling to Fresno County, where his wife’s charred remains were discovered weeks later. The investigation revealed Hobson’s cellphone activity during critical hours, including a call made before sunrise on February 14.
In a dramatic courtroom moment, Morin displayed maps that demonstrated Hobson’s travel route from his home in Fairfield to various locations, including Pena Adobe Regional Park and Lake Solano Park. By tracking both his and Anu’s cellphone data, Morin mapped out movements that aligned suspiciously with the timeline of events surrounding Anu’s disappearance.
Between 4:30 PM and 6:30 PM on February 14, cellphone data indicated Hobson traveling on Interstate 5 towards the Fresno area, where investigators later found evidence linked to the crime. This included a 40-gallon black tote uncovered on February 22, which led to the discovery of Anu Hobson’s remains on March 3.
Hobson’s movements were further corroborated by license plate recognition technology, which captured his silver Toyota Tacoma at various locations, strengthening the prosecution’s case. The court was shown footage from surveillance cameras, timestamped to support the timeline of events, including a video showing Gregory at 4:02 PM on February 14.
The prosecution, led by Chief Deputy District Attorney Bruce Flynn, emphasized that the case relies on circumstantial evidence rather than direct proof. This includes video evidence, cellphone data, and DNA findings linking Hobson to the crime scene. In a particularly emotional testimony, Hobson’s son, Sean Hobson, displayed a plaque with a handwritten message altered from “Love you to the moon and back” to “Betray,” allegedly reflecting his father’s feelings towards his late wife.
The trial, expected to last at least two more weeks, resumes on October 30, 2023, at 9:30 AM in the Justice Center in Fairfield. If convicted, Gregory Hobson faces a sentence ranging from 25 years to life in state prison.
As the prosecution builds its case, the courtroom is riveted by the unfolding details of this tragic story, highlighting the profound impact on the Hobson family and the community. The urgency of the trial reflects the gravity of the accusations, as the evidence mounts against Gregory Hobson. Stay tuned for further updates as this high-profile case develops.
