Story highlights Soldier is being held in trooper's death

Body of suspect's wife found after domestic dispute

(CNN) A New York state trooper was shot dead Sunday night while responding to a domestic dispute in Jefferson County.

An Army soldier is suspected in the death. The body of the GI's wife was found on the scene, and another woman survived being shot.

New York State Trooper Joel R. Davis.

Trooper Joel R. Davis was killed as he approached a residence in the town of Theresa after reports of shots being fired, New York State Police Superintendent George P. Beach said in a statement.

Justin D. Walters, 32, surrendered without incident, the statement said.

Justin D. Walters

The body of his wife, Nichole V. Walters, 27, was found in the driveway with multiple gunshot wounds, Beach said at a Monday afternoon press conference.

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