Billy Jack Haynes Abuse Allegations: Wife’s Death
- william albert Haynes III,formerly known as Billy Jack Haynes,is being sued for $750,000 for alleged elder abuse.
- Haynes, already charged with second-degree murder in connection with Becraft's February 2024 death, was recently declared unfit to stand trial.
- The lawsuit claims Haynes isolated Becraft from her family, made her liquidate retirement funds, withdraw money, and switch to medical providers he chose.
Billy Jack Haynes, the former wrestler, is embroiled in a $750,000 elder abuse lawsuit following the death of his wife, Janette becraft. The lawsuit,filed by Becraft’s estate,alleges years of mental,physical,and financial abuse against the vulnerable 85-year-old.Haynes, who has also been charged with second-degree murder, has been declared unfit to stand trial, further complicating the legal landscape. The accusations paint a disturbing picture of manipulation, isolation, and control, including claims of forced drug use, coerced gun purchases, and marriage. Haynes is accused of liquidating retirement funds and controlling her healthcare providers. News Directory 3 is following this story closely. What will the court decide? Discover what’s next as the civil case progresses alongside the murder charge.
Billy Jack Haynes faces Elder Abuse Lawsuit in Wife’s Death
william albert Haynes III,formerly known as Billy Jack Haynes,is being sued for $750,000 for alleged elder abuse. The lawsuit was filed by the estate of his deceased wife, Janette Becraft, 85.
Haynes, already charged with second-degree murder in connection with Becraft’s February 2024 death, was recently declared unfit to stand trial. The civil suit, filed May 22, 2025, in Multnomah County, Ore., details accusations of mental, physical, and financial abuse over five years. Becraft, according to court documents, was especially “vulnerable and disabled,” making her susceptible to the alleged abuse.
The lawsuit claims Haynes isolated Becraft from her family, made her liquidate retirement funds, withdraw money, and switch to medical providers he chose. He also allegedly introduced her to heroin and meth, forced her to buy a gun he couldn’t legally obtain, and coerced her into marriage in 2021. These allegations outline a pattern of manipulation and control.
What’s next
The civil case will proceed as Haynes’ competency is re-evaluated for the murder charge. Further legal proceedings will determine the outcome of both cases.