BRIGHTON, Colo. — In a grim escalation of a troubled relationship, a 29-year-old woman has been convicted of the murder of her boyfriend following a conversation where he doubted her job prospects. Authorities say this tragic event is the culmination of increasing tensions fuelled by hardship and resentment.
Ashley White faced mounting pressures as she struggled to find employment, a situation that strained her relationship with 28-year-old Cody DeLisa. Tensions further escalated in 2020, culminating in a fateful day when skepticism turned to violence.
According to district attorney reports from Adams and Broomfield counties, the conflict between White and DeLisa worsened over time, with White even resorting to extreme acts against DeLisa’s pet in her frustration. The incident with the pet underscored the deteriorating mental state of White as she failed to successfully harm the animal.
The fatal sequence began on Aug. 13, 2020, when, after a job interview, an apparently disheartened White encountered a man named Scott on her bus ride home. During their conversation, under distressing circumstances, she confided in Scott, alleging mistreatment by DeLisa. Scott then suggested a deadly resolution to her situation.
Convinced by Scott’s radical proposal, White led him to her home where they confronted DeLisa. Scott deceitfully introduced himself as White’s brother from Texas, gaining entry into the residence. Shortly thereafter, DeLisa suffered fatal gunshot wounds to the head in an attack that authorities described as calculated and brutal.
Following the murder, the duo robbed DeLisa, stealing his wallet, an act indicating premeditation and an intent to further harm DeLisa posthumously. After spending some time together post-crime, Scott vanished, leaving White to face the consequences alone.
It was not until later that the connection was made between White and the tragic death of DeLisa. After a thorough investigation, White was arrested and charged with multiple felonies, including second-degree murder and robbery.
On Jan. 6, 2025, the court convicted White of second-degree murder, conspiracy to commit second-degree murder, and robbery, bringing some closure to a case that highlights the destructive potential of personal despair and misguided affiliations.
This case serves as a chilling reminder of how personal crises and the influence of nefarious associations can converge into deadly outcomes. It underscores the importance of mental health support and vigilant observation of deteriorating interpersonal relationships in preventing future tragedies.