Utah woman who published a book on grief after husband’s death to be sentenced for his murder
Summary
A Utah woman, Kouri Richins, who wrote a children’s book about grief after her husband’s death, was found guilty of poisoning him with a deadly dose of fentanyl. She will be sentenced for aggravated murder and other charges, including attempted murder, after poisoning him earlier as well.Key Facts
- Kouri Richins was convicted of aggravated murder in March for poisoning her husband with five times a lethal dose of fentanyl in 2022.
- She had many life insurance policies on her husband without his knowledge and believed she would inherit over $4 million.
- Richins was millions of dollars in debt and was planning a future with another man.
- She was also found guilty of attempted murder for trying to poison her husband weeks earlier with a fentanyl-laced sandwich.
- Her three sons, now cared for by family, said they feel unsafe and fearful if she is ever released.
- Eric Richins’ family appealed to the judge for a life sentence without parole to protect the children.
- Kouri Richins maintains she is innocent and has asked for a sentence that allows for a possible future.
- The case attracted attention as she promoted a children’s book about coping with grief after her husband’s death.
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