Acquitted Husband Christopher Trybus Marries Lookalike Amid Controversial Social Media Posts
A man who was found not guilty of manslaughter after being accused of driving his first wife to suicide has embarked on a new life with another woman, whose social media activity during the trial has drawn significant attention. Christopher Trybus, from Swindon, Wiltshire, was cleared by a jury at Winchester Crown Court of causing the death of 34-year-old Tarryn Baird, who died by suicide in November 2017. He was also acquitted of two charges of rape and one count of controlling and coercive behaviour.
Court Proceedings and Allegations
The prosecution had alleged that Mr Trybus controlled Tarryn through various means, including using and threatening violence, raping her, monitoring her whereabouts, limiting her access to finances, threatening to reveal private information to her family, and isolating her from her loved ones. He was further accused of using a belt to choke her and strangling her during sex, causing her to lose consciousness. However, the jury cleared him of all these allegations.
During the trial, Mr Trybus, who operated an IT company, testified that he frequently traveled abroad for work and was out of the country on the days of several of the alleged incidents. He also stated that he believed his wife suffered from mental health issues related to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Tarryn Baird's Tragic Death
After making allegations against her husband to the police, doctors, and a domestic abuse charity, Tarryn's mental health deteriorated significantly. She died by suicide at the couple's home in Swindon on November 28, 2017, while her husband was abroad on a work trip. In a distressing 101 call just before her death, she instructed operators to come and find her body.
While Tarryn's family endured the agony of reliving her final days in court, Trybus had a constant supporter behind the scenes: his new wife, Bea Trybus.
Bea Trybus's Social Media Activity
Throughout the six-week trial at Winchester Crown Court, Bea Trybus was photographed with her husband, often clutching his hand. Her social media accounts depicted a happy family life, despite the serious charges her partner faced. The Mirror revealed that Bea posted 'sightseeing' photos from Winchester, the very city where the trial was taking place, during the court proceedings. These insensitive snaps were shared publicly before she made her page private.
In posts seen by the Mirror, Bea regularly expressed admiration for her husband on Facebook and Instagram, sharing long romantic anniversary messages, holiday selfies, and wedding photos. Trybus often reshared these posts on his own account and updated his marriage status to reflect the new relationship, though he has since made these private.
On March 17, Bea shared a series of photographs of Winchester Cathedral with the caption: 'Sightseeing with my parents' accompanied by a heart-eyes emoji. This occurred just a short distance from where her husband was on trial.
Background and Wedding Details
Like Christopher, Bea was previously married. On February 4, 2020, she posted about feeling 'free' after her divorce. Four months later, she mentioned Trybus for the first time, writing: 'My World! We love you Chris x.' In December of that year, three years after Tarryn's death, Bea participated in a mental health fundraiser on Facebook and shared it on her page.
The couple married in August 2024. Last summer, Bea shared a collection of wedding photos, wishing Trybus a happy anniversary and calling him the best husband under the sun.
Defence Efforts and Court Statements
Bea's public devotion extended beyond social media. She appears to have created a website defending her husband from the accusations, describing him as a 'loving husband' who is 'kind, hardworking, and deeply devoted to his family.' The statement on the site also noted: 'As his family, we are devastated but we are determined to fight for the truth.' She signed off as 'Bea Trybus, Chris's Wife,' and the website included links to Mind, a mental health charity.
At the trial, prosecutors argued that Tarryn felt trapped in her marriage and was 'forced to stop his control over her in the only way she felt she could – by taking her own life.' In contrast, the defence stated that Trybus was 'never abusive to his wife, he didn't beat her, he didn't rape her, nor did he coercively control her.' They added that 'on the contrary, he loved her and cherished her deeply. His case is that without anyone's knowledge, [Ms Baird] was making demonstrably false allegations to health professionals.'
Post-Trial Reactions
Outside the court, Trybus hugged his wife Bea, both in tears. He said: 'After three police investigations over the course of 10 years, I'm relieved that the jury has carefully considered the evidence and reached the correct verdict today. I want to thank my wife, my family, and my friends for their unwavering support – and my legal team for their hard work and dedication throughout the process. This has had a profound impact on my life and on those closest to me. It’s been an incredibly difficult experience.'
He also acknowledged: 'I would also like to acknowledge that domestic abuse is a very real and serious issue, and victims must always be supported. Right now, I'll focus on moving forward and rebuilding my life with my family.' When asked if he had a message for Ms Baird’s family, he replied: 'No.'
For confidential support, call the 24-hour National Domestic Abuse Freephone Helpline on 0808 2000 247 or visit womensaid.co.uk or refuge.org.uk. For emotional support, you can call the Samaritans 24-hour helpline on 116 123, email jo@samaritans.org, visit a Samaritans branch in person, or go to the Samaritans website.
