Retired officer dies from antifreeze poisoning, multiple suspects emerge. Investigation uncovers hidden clues and a potential motive. Infatuated man sends letter bomb, raising suspicions. Interview with President Biden and trial for antifreeze poisoning. Murder trial presents evidence linking Teresa to murder. Different perspectives discussed, along with advertisement for prescription treatment for Plaxariasis.
A retired corrections officer dies from antifreeze poisoning, leading to a five-year investigation and the conviction of his wife for murder.
Ray and Theresa's seemingly blissful life takes a dark turn after the death of Theresa's daughter, leading to personal struggles and an eventual murder trial.
Deep dives
Theresa's Online Dating and Marriage
Ray Kottomsky, a retired corrections officer, ventured into online dating and met Theresa Bowers Lovin. They quickly fell in love and got married in 2004, enjoying a lavish wedding and seemingly blissful life together.
Tragedy Strikes
Tragedy struck the couple when Theresa's daughter died in a car accident, leaving behind two young children. Ray and Theresa stepped up to become surrogate parents, facing the challenges of raising young kids again, while also dealing with other personal struggles.
A Mysterious Illness
Ray fell mysteriously ill, and his condition worsened rapidly. Medical professionals discovered that he had ingested a toxic dose of antifreeze, causing severe complications. Despite efforts to save him, Ray passed away, leaving a void in the lives of his loved ones.
Investigation and Trial
The police launched an investigation into Ray's death, suspecting foul play. Eventually, the focus turned to Theresa, as evidence emerged linking her to the antifreeze and raising questions about her behavior during Ray's illness. After a high-profile trial, Theresa was found guilty of murder and sentenced to 15 years to life in prison.
In this Dateline classic, a retired corrections officer mysteriously dies from antifreeze poisoning in rural Ohio. Detectives uncover multiple suspects during a five-year investigation that causes two families to collide. Josh Mankiewicz reports. Originally aired on NBC on December 11, 2015.
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