UPDATE: Shocking testimony in the murder trial of Gregory Grant Hobson, 64, unfolded today in Solano County Superior Court as investigators detailed the chilling events leading to his arrest for the Valentine’s Day 2023 killing of his wife, Anu Anand Hobson, 53. Prosecutors revealed alarming evidence linking Hobson to the crime, including a gruesome discovery of a charred body in a remote area of Fresno County.
During a tense courtroom session, Deputy District Attorney Bruce Flynn called Detective Keli Callison to the stand, who recounted how he received a notification from a Flock license plate reader about a missing person case involving Anu Hobson. The investigation intensified on February 16, when Callison and fellow Detective Dennis Chapman located Hobson’s silver Toyota Tacoma near the intersection of Highway 12 and Walters Road. Callison reported that Hobson complied with orders when detained.
Authorities confirmed that on February 22, they found a suspicious black tote containing what appeared to be blood, approximately 190 miles south of Fairfield. A subsequent search revealed a charred body identified as Anu Hobson. This discovery has significantly raised the stakes in the trial, which is expected to last several more weeks.
Key evidence presented today included video footage from the Hobson home’s surveillance cameras, capturing Gregory Hobson’s movements on February 14. The footage showed him purchasing a hydraulic lift at a local Harbor Freight store, which investigators believe was used to dispose of Anu’s body. Flynn presented a harrowing moment as he displayed the lift in court, prompting jurors to lean in as they examined the potential murder weapon.
Investigators also found $4,800 in cash at the Hobson residence, alongside a receipt for the hydraulic lift. The body of Anu was found in a black tote in a field described as “part orchard and part open field,” leading to further examination of the crime scene by forensic teams.
In a dramatic twist, Sean Hobson, the couple’s son, testified about his father’s character, insisting he believed Gregory was incapable of violence against Anu. However, the prosecution argues otherwise, citing Gregory’s alleged belief that his wife was poisoning him and engaging in an affair.
The trial, which resumed at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, will continue to delve into the intricate details of this case, with Flynn emphasizing that the evidence is largely circumstantial but compelling. If convicted of murder, Gregory Hobson faces a potential sentence of 25 years to life in prison.
This case has captured the attention of the community, with many awaiting further developments as the trial progresses. As investigators continue to gather evidence, the emotional toll on the Hobson family remains palpable, highlighting the human impact of this tragic incident.
Stay tuned for more updates as this gripping trial unfolds.
