Borderline Crimes: Political Mysteries & Global Cold Cases

Inside the Kouri Richins "Grief Author" Murder Trial

Did a grieving widow write a book to cover her tracks? In this episode of Borderline Crimes, we break down the stunning conclusion to the Kouri Richins trial. After three years of investigation and a high-stakes three-week trial in Summit County, Utah, a jury has officially delivered its verdict. Kouri Richins, the mother of three who self-published the children’s book Are You With Me? Following the death of her husband, Eric Richins has been found guilty on all charges, including aggravated murder and attempted murder. We dive deep into the evidence that sealed her fate: * The "Black Widow" Narrative: How prosecutors used $4.5 million in debt and a secret affair as the motive for a cold-blooded poisoning. * * The Moscow Mule: The forensic breakdown of the lethal fentanyl dose—five times the deadly limit—allegedly served by Kouri on the night of Eric’s death. * * The Digital Trail: A look at the "chilling" Google searches uncovered by experts, including "luxury prisons for the rich" and "can cops force a lie detector test?" * * The Valentine’s Day Attempt: The evidence behind the previous attempted murder involving a fentanyl-laced sandwich. * From her appearance on local TV promoting her "grief book" to the moment the verdict was read in a Park City courtroom, we analyze the systemic failures and the meticulous police work that led to justice for the Richins family. Sentencing is scheduled for May 13, 2026. Subscribe for our full legal analysis and upcoming coverage of the sentencing hearing.

The Samcam Murder in Costa Rica

A major 2025 case involving the murder of retired Nicaraguan army major Roberto Samcam in San José. This involves high-stakes themes of "state terrorism" and transnational repression, with strong links to Spain (where he was a citizen).