Dentist James Craig, Who Googled "How to Make Poison" Pleads Not Guilty To Wife's Murder
Oct 11, 2023, 11:00 AM
James Toliver Craig, the Colorado dentist at the center of a sensational poisoning case, entered a not-guilty plea on Monday, facing charges of first-degree murder and tampering with evidence. Authorities have been investigating the case since March, when Angela Craig, James' wife, died under mysterious circumstances.
According to the Aurora Police Department, Angela Craig, 43, passed away on March 15 after multiple hospitalizations due to severe headaches and dizziness. The narrative that unfolded in the subsequent months has brought a sense of disbelief to many familiar with the case. James Craig is accused of poisoning his wife's protein shakes with arsenic, which he allegedly ordered online.
CNN, along with other major news outlets, has been closely monitoring the developments in the case. The trial is set for April 19, 2024, and preparations are already underway with plans for a special panel for jury selection. Testimony is expected to commence the subsequent week. Efforts to reach James Craig's attorney, Andrew Ho, for comments were to no avail as of the time of this report.
But what has driven attention to this case is not just the tragic demise of Angela Craig but the details unveiled in the investigations. An arrest warrant application released in March paints a chilling picture: it alleges that James Craig exhibited planning and intent to end his wife's life. The reasons cited include searching for methods to carry out the crime discreetly, giving her poisons which aligned with her symptoms during her hospital stays, and reportedly looking forward to starting a new life with another woman.
In a disturbing revelation from the affidavit, in the weeks leading to Angela's death, James Craig is believed to have used a computer at his dental practice to research various "undetectable poisons." His internet search history includes inquiries such as "how many grams of pure arsenic will kill a human" and chilling YouTube searches like "how to make poison" and "Top 5 Undetectable Poisons That Show No Signs of Foul Play." Further complicating the case, James Craig supposedly created a new email account to order arsenic online.
As we dig deeper, it appears the couple's marital relationship was on rocky grounds. Angela's sister has been instrumental in providing crucial insights into the dynamics of the couple's relationship. She informed investigators about the volatile nature of their marriage. More alarmingly, she recalled Angela once mentioned that James had drugged her in the past, as he intended to commit suicide and did not want her to prevent his actions.
Following Angela's untimely death, her sister also brought another suspicious behavior to light. She stated that James Craig had expressed his wish against an autopsy being conducted on Angela. The affidavit quotes James as saying, "if they couldn't figure out what was wrong with her when she was alive he wouldn’t let them poke her more when she was dead."
The coming months will undoubtedly bring more details to the fore as the trial commences. It remains to be seen what defense James Craig's legal team will present, and whether new evidence will emerge. The case is an unsettling reminder that sometimes, the darkest secrets are hidden behind the most unsuspecting facades. As the justice system takes its course, our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of Angela Craig, who are grappling with the tragic loss and its unfolding implications.
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According to the Aurora Police Department, Angela Craig, 43, passed away on March 15 after multiple hospitalizations due to severe headaches and dizziness. The narrative that unfolded in the subsequent months has brought a sense of disbelief to many familiar with the case. James Craig is accused of poisoning his wife's protein shakes with arsenic, which he allegedly ordered online.
CNN, along with other major news outlets, has been closely monitoring the developments in the case. The trial is set for April 19, 2024, and preparations are already underway with plans for a special panel for jury selection. Testimony is expected to commence the subsequent week. Efforts to reach James Craig's attorney, Andrew Ho, for comments were to no avail as of the time of this report.
But what has driven attention to this case is not just the tragic demise of Angela Craig but the details unveiled in the investigations. An arrest warrant application released in March paints a chilling picture: it alleges that James Craig exhibited planning and intent to end his wife's life. The reasons cited include searching for methods to carry out the crime discreetly, giving her poisons which aligned with her symptoms during her hospital stays, and reportedly looking forward to starting a new life with another woman.
In a disturbing revelation from the affidavit, in the weeks leading to Angela's death, James Craig is believed to have used a computer at his dental practice to research various "undetectable poisons." His internet search history includes inquiries such as "how many grams of pure arsenic will kill a human" and chilling YouTube searches like "how to make poison" and "Top 5 Undetectable Poisons That Show No Signs of Foul Play." Further complicating the case, James Craig supposedly created a new email account to order arsenic online.
As we dig deeper, it appears the couple's marital relationship was on rocky grounds. Angela's sister has been instrumental in providing crucial insights into the dynamics of the couple's relationship. She informed investigators about the volatile nature of their marriage. More alarmingly, she recalled Angela once mentioned that James had drugged her in the past, as he intended to commit suicide and did not want her to prevent his actions.
Following Angela's untimely death, her sister also brought another suspicious behavior to light. She stated that James Craig had expressed his wish against an autopsy being conducted on Angela. The affidavit quotes James as saying, "if they couldn't figure out what was wrong with her when she was alive he wouldn’t let them poke her more when she was dead."
The coming months will undoubtedly bring more details to the fore as the trial commences. It remains to be seen what defense James Craig's legal team will present, and whether new evidence will emerge. The case is an unsettling reminder that sometimes, the darkest secrets are hidden behind the most unsuspecting facades. As the justice system takes its course, our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of Angela Craig, who are grappling with the tragic loss and its unfolding implications.
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The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com