In a shocking twist of fate, Kouri Richins, a Utah mom who once wrote a children's book about coping with grief after her husband's death, now finds herself in the spotlight for a different reason.

Kouri is accused of murdering her husband, Eric Richins, by poisoning him with a lethal dose of fentanyl. The 33-year-old author had previously captured hearts with her touching book aimed at helping kids deal with loss, but now the story takes an unexpected turn.
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On the fateful day, Kouri called 911, presenting herself as a devastated wife who had discovered her husband unresponsive in their home. However, as investigators delved deeper into the case, they uncovered a more sinister plot.

It turns out that before Eric's death, Kouri had asked an acquaintance for some potent drugs, referring to them as "Michael Jackson stuff." The acquaintance obliged, providing her with dozens of fentanyl pills, according to the court documents.
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The story gets even more intriguing as Kouri's children's book, which was published a year after her husband's death, focused on helping kids find peace and comfort after losing a loved one.

The book's dedication highlighted her "amazing husband and a wonderful father." However, now the book has been removed from Amazon, leaving many to wonder about the true nature of the events leading to Eric's death.

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Kouri's previous interviews painted a picture of a grieving widow and mother trying to help her children navigate the complex emotions that come with losing a parent. She spoke about telling her children that their dad was still with them, just in a different way, and how her book aimed to help other kids struggling with similar situations. The unexpected accusations have left many in disbelief.
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As the investigation continues, new details paint a more complex picture of Kouri and her relationship with her husband. Eric had reportedly told a friend that he believed his wife had tried to poison him after a Valentine's Day dinner, just weeks before he died. A search warrant revealed several communications between Kouri and the acquaintance who provided the fentanyl pills.
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While the truth behind the tragic death of Eric Richins is still unfolding, this shocking story serves as a reminder that real life can often be more surprising and complicated than any work of fiction. As the case progresses, many await the answers to the questions that still linger, and the eventual outcome of Kouri Richins' trial.

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