James Craig, a dentist accused of murdering his wife by poisoning her protein shakes, is now facing additional charges for allegedly trying to hire a fellow jail inmate to kill a detective involved in the case. The prosecutors have filed charges of solicitation to commit murder and solicitation to commit perjury against Craig. Despite the serious allegations, Craig has pleaded not guilty and is expected to appear in court with a new lawyer on December 16.
The case of Angela Craig’s death is a tragic one, with the coroner determining that she died from poisoning caused by cyanide and tetrahydrozoline, a substance commonly found in over-the-counter eye drops. The couple had been married for 23 years and had six children together.
In addition to the murder charges, Craig was also accused of smuggling a letter out of jail with the help of an inmate, asking his daughter to create a fake video of Angela asking for poisons. He also allegedly tried to manipulate another inmate into planting forged journal entries at his home to suggest that Angela had taken her own life.
The prosecutors have described Craig’s actions as a “heinous, complex, and calculated murder plot.” Despite these allegations, three of the couple’s children are now living with Craig’s brother, while the other three, including their daughter Mira, are adults living on their own. Mira, in a heartbreaking social media post, expressed her grief over the loss of her mother and the pain that she and her siblings feel every day.
The case of Angela Craig’s death is a tragic reminder of the devastating impact of domestic violence and manipulation. It highlights the importance of seeking help and support in situations of abuse and control. The legal proceedings against James Craig serve as a warning that such actions will not go unpunished and that justice will be served for the victims of such heinous crimes.
