Wicked Words - A True Crime Talk Show with Kate Winkler Dawson Tenfold More Wicked - The Morphine Murderess: Deceived
Apr 17, 2023
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Annie's Composed Testimony
- Annie confidently testified she mistakenly gave Elise morphine intended for herself, denying intentional harm.
- Her calm composure impressed the jurors, appearing non-threatening and sincere during trial testimony.
Gertrude’s Contradictory Testimony
- Annie’s sister Gertrude testified Annie forged checks and was suspected of killing Elise for money.
- Gertrude's conflicting statements made her an unreliable witness, complicating the prosecution's case.
Gruesome Morphine Evidence Display
- The medical examiner presented physical evidence of morphine damage by passing around parts of Elise's brain and spleen.
- The dramatic courtroom display shocked observers, but Annie showed no visible reaction during witness testimonies.