RedHanded Kouri Richins – Part One: The Children’s Author Who Killed Her Husband | #442
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Mar 26, 2026 A sudden death turned into a murder charge after a TV spot promoting a children’s grief book. The story digs into alleged motives: money, a secret lover, and disputed inheritance moves. Investigators use phone logs, body cam and a private PI to piece together timelines. Courtroom moments include a scrutinized 911 call, disputed journal entries, and revelations about life insurance and ghostwriting.
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Prosecution Relies On Motive And Circumstance
- The prosecution framed Corey Richens as motivated by money and an affair, alleging she poisoned Eric with fentanyl to access his wealth.
- Trial relied heavily on circumstantial evidence because there was no direct forensic staging or immediate police search.
Private Investigator Unearths Key Phone And Contact Evidence
- PI Todd Gabler, hired by Eric's family, searched the trust-owned house, placed trackers on cars, and obtained Corey's phone records, uncovering contacts with a housekeeper linked to narcotics.
- His findings prompted police to reopen the investigation and revealed Corey's frequent contact with Carmen Lauber and affair texts with Josh Grossman.
Corey Avoids Children During Emergency
- Bodycam captured Corey's persistent 'whining' tone, avoidance of her children, and reluctance to comfort them while officers and paramedics worked.
- Katie, Eric's sister, instead cared for the boys, highlighting Corey's detachment on scene.
