Key facts
- Kless is charged with first-degree murder.
- Kless faces additional weapons offense charges.
- Authorities allege Kless killed his wife with a barbell.
- A 'long-simmering hatred' is cited as the motive.
Authorities have charged a New Jersey husband, identified as Kless, with first-degree murder and other weapons offenses in connection with the death of his wife. According to reports, Kless allegedly used a barbell to kill his wife. The motive is described by authorities as stemming from a 'long-simmering hatred' for his wife.