

S4 Ep.5: Blood and Motive
10 snips Dec 22, 2021
Delve into the complexities of blood evidence from a crime scene and how emotions like panic can shape critical decisions. Explore the tangled family drama surrounding Diane Ward's death, raising questions of accident versus murder. Unravel the financial pressures that may have contributed to motives, revealing deeper insights into Bob Ward's situation. Forensic experts dissect blood spatter patterns to reconstruct harrowing moments, while legal and asset protection nuances offer a thought-provoking look at marriage and loss.
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Blood Evidence Discrepancy
- Bob Ward's clothes had little blood, while the bedroom was covered.
- This fact raised questions about his involvement in his wife Diane's death.
Bloodstain Analysis
- Forensic scientist Stuart James analyzed the blood spatter a month after Diane's death.
- He noted projected bloodstains on the wall, a blood trail, and stains on the comforter.
Proximity and Movement
- Bloodstains suggest Diane and Bob were close when the shot occurred.
- Diane moved around after being shot, bleeding on furniture and the wall.