NAPA, Calif. — A 40-year-old man faces multiple murder charges after a pregnant woman and her unborn twins were discovered dead in her home over the weekend. District Attorney Allison Haley confirmed on Thursday that Ernie Victor Solis has been charged with three counts of murder in connection with the deaths of 33-year-old Hailey Privett and the twins she was expecting.
Authorities allege that Solis committed the murders at Privett’s residence on Dale Drive in Napa early Sunday morning. Reports indicate that Privett was engaged to Solis. According to a family member, she was the adoptive mother of two daughters and was also in the process of adopting a foster son. Recently, Privett learned she was pregnant with twins, who were due in late December.
Solis has been charged with additional offenses, including the use of a deadly weapon and causing significant bodily injury. Prosecutors have noted that he has a prior criminal history, with nearly a dozen arrests over the past 20 years. This troubling record has raised concerns regarding his behavior and motivations.
Law enforcement officials made the arrest public on Tuesday. Solis is currently being held without bail, and if convicted, he could face life in prison without the possibility of parole or even the death penalty. The severity of the charges reflects the gravity of the alleged actions, and the community remains in shock over the incident.
Solis is set to appear in court again on Tuesday, where he is expected to enter a plea. The case has drawn significant attention, prompting discussions about domestic violence and the safety of expectant mothers in the community. Family and friends have expressed their heartbreak over the loss of Privett and her twins, emphasizing the need for more support for those in similar situations.
As the investigation continues, local authorities are urging anyone with information related to the case to come forward. The loss of Privett and her unborn children has left a profound impact on the Napa community, highlighting the tragic consequences of violence and the urgency of addressing such issues.