The People v. Kouri Richins | Full Episode
- Mar 1, 2024
- 40:39
- Full Episode
When her husband is found dead of an apparent overdose, Kouri Richins writes a children's book about grief. Soon after she's charged with his murder. "48 Hours" contributor Natalie Morales reports. Watch more full episodes of "48 Hours" on Pluto TV.
CASE UPDATE: Kouri Richins was sentenced to life without the possibility of parole on May 13, 2026. In March, a jury convicted her of murder and other charges in her husband's 2022 death.
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Brief Summary
Corey Richens is accused of murdering her husband Eric with fentanyl after his suspicious death, raising questions about their marriage and family dynamics.
Key points
- The Happy Family. Eric and Corey seemed to have it all, with a loving family and successful careers.
- Tragic News. Corey receives a devastating call about Eric's unexpected death.
- The Arrest. Corey, once a grieving wife, is now accused of her husband's murder.
- The Children's Book. Corey writes a book to cope with her grief, but it leads to suspicion.
- Murder Charges. Corey is charged with aggravated murder, shocking the community.
- Cory Richens' Bond Hearing. Cory Richens appeared in court for a bond hearing regarding her husband's death.
Episode highlights
- The Happy FamilyEric and Corey seemed to have it all, with a loving family and successful careers.“They had it all, one happy family.”1:28Mar 1, 2024
- Tragic NewsCorey receives a devastating call about Eric's unexpected death.“Get up here, something's happened to Eric.”1:35Mar 1, 2024
- The ArrestCorey, once a grieving wife, is now accused of her husband's murder.“Cory was just arrested in Salt Lake.”3:06Mar 1, 2024
- The Children's BookCorey writes a book to cope with her grief, but it leads to suspicion.“I just wanted a story to read to my kids at night.”11:47Mar 1, 2024
- Murder ChargesCorey is charged with aggravated murder, shocking the community.“A Utah mother has been charged with murder.”13:18Mar 1, 2024
- Cory Richens' Bond HearingCory Richens appeared in court for a bond hearing regarding her husband's death.“It was the first time since Richens had been charged that the public got to see her.”26:59Mar 1, 2024
- Emotional TestimonyEric's sister Amy delivers a heart-wrenching statement about her brother's death.“I am brokenhearted. None of our lives will ever be the same.”34:14Mar 1, 2024
- Witness Tampering AllegationsProsecutors claim a letter from Richens to her mother indicates witness tampering.“The letter instructs Lisa Darden to induce Ronald Darden to testify falsely.”36:01Mar 1, 2024






