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Iowa Woman Charged in 15-Year-Old Cold Case Murder of Realtor

Iowa Woman Charged in 15-Year-Old Cold Case Murder of Realtor

Update: 2026-03-23
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A 15-year-old cold case concerning the murder of Iowa realtor Ashley Auckland, who was killed at an open house, has been solved. Kristin Elizabeth Ramsey has been indicted for first-degree murder. Investigators pursued thousands of leads over the years without revealing the specific information that led to Ramsey's arrest, and a motive has not yet been established. More information on this story can be found at Foxnews.com or by subscribing to the Fox True Crime podcast.

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Iowa Realtor Murder Solved After 15 Years

A 15-year-old cold case involving the murder of Iowa realtor Ashley Auckland at an open house has been solved. Kristin Elizabeth Ramsey has been indicted for first-degree murder. Investigators pursued thousands of leads over 15 years without revealing the specific information that led to Ramsey's arrest, and a motive has not yet been established. Information on this story is available at Foxnews.com or by subscribing to the Fox True Crime podcast.

Keywords

Cold Case


A criminal investigation that has remained unsolved for a significant period, often requiring extensive time and resources to resolve.

Indictment


A formal accusation by a grand jury that there is sufficient evidence to bring a criminal charge against a person, initiating formal legal proceedings.

Open House Murder


A homicide occurring during a real estate open house event, raising concerns about property showing safety.

Ashley Auckland Murder


The unsolved murder of Iowa realtor Ashley Auckland at an open house, which was solved 15 years later.

Kristin Elizabeth Ramsey


The individual indicted for first-degree murder in connection with the 2011 killing of Iowa realtor Ashley Auckland.

Q&A

  • Who was arrested in connection with the 2011 murder of Iowa realtor Ashley Auckland?

    Kristin Elizabeth Ramsey, 53, was indicted by a grand jury on first-degree murder charges in the killing of Ashley Auckland, who was 27 at the time of her death.

  • What was the motive behind the murder of Ashley Auckland?

    Investigators have not yet revealed a motive for the killing of Ashley Auckland. The case remained unsolved for 15 years despite thousands of leads being followed.

Show Notes

An Iowa woman has been indicted for the 2011 first-degree murder of 27-year-old realtor Ashley Oakland, who was shot twice while hosting an open house in a West Des Moines townhouse. Despite following thousands of leads over 15 years, investigators have not yet disclosed the specific evidence or motive that led to the arrest of 53-year-old Kristin Elizabeth Ramsey.




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Iowa Woman Charged in 15-Year-Old Cold Case Murder of Realtor

Iowa Woman Charged in 15-Year-Old Cold Case Murder of Realtor

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