A Utah woman is facing new charges of attempted murder for allegedly drugging her husband weeks before his fatal poisoning in 2022. The woman, accused of killing her husband with a lethal dose of fentanyl, had published a children's book about grief prior to his death.
Prosecutors have revealed that the woman may have attempted to poison her husband on Valentine's Day, weeks before his death. The charging documents detail a troubling pattern of behavior, including secret financial arrangements and the purchase of illicit drugs.
The case has garnered attention for its chilling details, with the accused author profiting from a book that now serves as evidence in the murder investigation. The book, initially praised for its heartwarming content, is now being used by prosecutors to support their claims of a calculated murder plot.
Witness testimony and recovered text messages suggest that the woman purchased fentanyl pills around the same time she allegedly drugged her husband with a tainted sandwich. The victim reportedly suspected foul play and expressed concerns to friends before his death.
Further investigations revealed that the accused had opened multiple life insurance policies on her husband without his knowledge, totaling nearly $2 million in benefits. She is also facing charges of mortgage fraud and insurance fraud related to her husband's death.
Prosecutors argue that financial motives may have driven the accused to commit the crime, as she was facing significant debts and believed she would inherit her husband's estate. The couple's prenuptial agreement restricted her ability to profit from his business unless he passed away while they were married.
Authorities emphasize that Utah law prohibits individuals convicted of murder from benefiting financially from their crimes. The case continues to unfold as new evidence sheds light on the events leading up to the tragic death of the victim.
