Burleson, Texas, Feb 2, LeAnne Novacek, the wife of Jay Novacek- who is a former Dallas Cowboys star was found dead on Monday morning. The news was confirmed by the Tarrant County medical examiner’s office. A spokesperson of Burleson police, Sally Ellerston reported that fire departments and police departments stated it to be a “report of a medical emergency, possibly suicide”. The incident occurred at around 8.37 a.m. She was 45.
As per reports, LeAnne Novacek’s body was found in a bedroom of the house. The residence is said to be her mother’s home in Burleston, Texas. However, it is not yet confirmed. The 911 call apparently came from LeAnne Novacek’s mother. It is said that LeAnne Novacek stayed close by, in Joshua.
The Burleson police Commander Doug Sandifer said that it was probably a suicide, as a gunshot was located on the body. The police spokesperson Sally Ellerston said that police who reached the scene called the Tarrant County coroner’s office. Detectives soon came. An autopsy is going to be performed soon. The investigation is still going on.
Jay Novacek played in the NFL from 1985-1996. The best part of career of the 47-year-old was the Dallas Cowboys. He played for Dallas Cowboys from 1990-1996. There was a 5x Pro Bowl selection (1991-1995) and a 5x All-Pro selection (1990-1995). He ranks ninth in Dallas Cowboys history. He was in a team that won Super Bowls in four seasons. Post 1996, when he did not play in the entire season due to a back injury, he retired.
The cause of the death of his 45-year-old wife’s suicide is not yet known. Investigations are still going on
