Wife of Crime Connecticut Conspiracy- Martha Moxley
Oct 18, 2019
Dive into the chilling murder case of Martha Moxley, whose tragic story reveals the dark side of privilege in an affluent Connecticut neighborhood. The hosts explore the gripping twists surrounding the Skakel and Kennedy families, featuring their unsettling connections. With anecdotes, they share their favorite true crime podcasts and the struggle of balancing humor with heavy subjects. You'll find insights into the mishaps of the police investigation and the legal challenges influenced by wealth, all wrapped in captivating banter.
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Police Inexperience Hurts Case
- The Greenwich police had no recent homicide experience and botched early crime scene management.
- They contaminated the scene and failed to secure it properly, impacting the investigation negatively.
Bias Against Investigating Insiders
- Police initially refused to consider suspects from within the wealthy gated community.
- They focused on outsiders instead, despite the difficulty outsiders had accessing the area.
Mischief Night Events and Push
- On mischief night, Martha was with friends and two Skakel brothers, Tommy and Michael, in a car but didn't leave the driveway.
- Martha's friends saw Tommy push her to the ground and then left her alone with Tommy, which was suspicious behavior.
