Accused killer Lois Riess to be extradited to SWFL to face murder charges

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A woman accused of killing her husband in Minnesota and a woman on Fort Myers Beach appeared in court Monday during an extradition hearing.

Lois Riess did not contest her extradition, and signed a waiver agreeing to be transfered to Florida and Minnesota to face the charges.

The hearing, which began at 1:15 p.m. (CST) determined whether Riess will be transported back to Lee County.

MORE: Video shows the moment accused killer Lois Riess is arrested

The judge in Texas said both counties have 10 days to extradite her.

Investigators say Riess will be extradited to Florida in next 10 days.

She will face murder, grand theft and additional charges, according to investigators.

Riess was waiting in a Texas jail prior to the hearing.

Surveillance video released Sunday night showed Riess in the moments leading up to her arrest where she was seen entering the Sea Ranch Restaurant, sitting at the bar, ordering food, and talking to another woman.

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