A Colorado dentist, James Craig, has been found guilty of murdering his wife, Angela Craig, by poisoning her coffee with cyanide in a chilling case that has gripped the nation.
The 45-year-old was convicted of first-degree murder after prosecutors presented evidence that he had ordered the deadly substance online and spiked his wife’s drinks over several days.
The Twisted Plot
Prosecutors revealed that Craig had meticulously planned the murder, researching toxic substances and even attempting to cover his tracks by pretending to help his wife during her sudden illness.
Angela Craig, a mother of six, fell violently ill in March 2023 after consuming the poisoned coffee. Despite being rushed to hospital, she tragically passed away days later.
Deceit Uncovered
Investigators discovered that Craig had been having an affair and stood to gain financially from his wife’s death. Text messages and financial records painted a damning picture of his motives.
During the trial, prosecutors described how Craig had feigned concern while secretly administering the lethal doses. His defence team argued there was no direct evidence linking him to the poisoning, but the jury unanimously found him guilty.
Justice Served
Craig now faces a mandatory life sentence without the possibility of parole. The case has sparked widespread outrage, with many calling it one of the most cold-blooded crimes in recent memory.
Angela’s family expressed relief at the verdict but emphasised that no sentence could bring her back. "She was a loving mother and wife, and she didn’t deserve this," a relative said outside the courtroom.
