Status: Unknown, likely released As seen on Women Behind Bars, Roena Ashing plead guilty for a sentence between 20 and 60 years in prison because the state was going to seek the death penalty. Thomas M. Bauer was murdered by several men, one of which was her boyfriend at the time. She attempted to withdraw her guilty plea, but was denied. She is 65 years old at the present time so it is likely she was paroled but there is no record of that available at this time. There is also not an obituary or death record. Ever wonder what happens after the crime and/or the show? Now you can find out! Fear Thy Neighbor | First 48 Hours Inmates | Nightmare Next Door | Snapped Killer Couples Baby Killers Don't Overpay - Car Rentals from $6/Day!