Gilley was scheduled to be in court this week and begin his murder trial later this month, according to court records.

A trial date has been set for a man, charged with capital murder in connection to the death of his pregnant wife in The Heights in 2024.

Domestic violence is a silent epidemic affecting millions of women, but here in Houston, the numbers are even more alarming. When it comes to homicides, the risk is even greater for pregnant women.

"We are deeply disappointed that the Defendant, [Lee Gilley] made bond just a week after Christa’s death, but we are focused on the safety and well being of Christa’s children," the family's attorney said in a statement.

A million dollar bond was set for a Houston man accused of killing his pregnant wife on Thursday.