Kouri Richins, an American author known for her children’s book on grief, has been charged with the murder of her husband, Eric Richins, with new allegations suggesting she attempted to poison him prior to his death.
Kouri Richins, an American children’s book author based in Utah, has been charged with the murder of her husband, Eric Richins, and is now facing a new charge of attempted murder for allegedly trying to poison him prior to his death. The initial accusation relates to Eric’s fatal poisoning in 2022, after he consumed a beverage laced with fentanyl. The recent charge involves an incident on Valentine’s Day 2022, during which Eric fell ill and developed hives after eating a sandwich provided by Kouri, leading him to suspect her of poisoning.
Court documents reveal a series of alleged attempts by Kouri to end her husband’s life, encompassing both the sandwich and the fatal poisoning incident, amid a backdrop of financial instability and deceit. Prosecutors argue that the motive behind these acts was financial gain, citing instances of Kouri engaging in mortgage and insurance fraud, including taking out life insurance policies on Eric without his knowledge, totaling nearly $2 million.
The couple’s troubled relationship featured accusations of paranoia, secret financial dealings, and the purchase of harmful substances. Kouri Richins, who gained public attention for her children’s book on coping with grief—published after her husband’s death—vehemently denies the allegations, claiming that it was Eric who drugged her.
As the case continues to unfold, it reveals a complex narrative of alleged betrayal, greed, and manipulation, challenging the initial persona Kouri presented to the public. This case has captivated audiences, both locally and beyond, as new details emerge.
