Accident, Suicide or Murder Season 3 Episode 3 Lover's Chair
- TV-14
- May 1, 2021
- 43 min
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Airing on the Oxygen network, Accident, Suicide or Murder is a unique true-crime show that investigates cases that are initially ruled an accident, suicide, or suicide, but upon closer examination, could be something else entirely. In season 3, episode 3 titled "Lover's Chair," the audience is taken through yet another mind-boggling story of a couple whose actions raise many questions.
In "Lover's Chair," the investigators dig into the case of Judy and John, a seemingly happy couple nearing their 30th wedding anniversary. But things took a turn for the worse when John was found dead in their home, sitting in a chair with a gunshot wound to the head. It all seemed straightforward -- a suicide -- until investigators realized there was more to the story.
As the episode unfolds, we learn that the couple was on the brink of divorce, and John had been having an affair. Judy also had a motive to seek revenge -- she had recently been diagnosed with cancer and feared she would not receive the insurance money upon John's death. But was Judy capable of killing her husband?
As the investigators examine the scene of John's death, they discover several pieces of evidence that do not add up. There were no fingerprints on the gun, leading to speculation that it was wiped clean. Also, the angle of the gunshot wound did not match the angle of the chair, suggesting that someone had moved the body and the chair after the fact.
The episode takes us through numerous interviews with family members, friends, and investigators to try and piece together what truly happened. As they delve deeper, it becomes apparent that a web of lies and deceit enveloped the couple's lives. We also see how Judy and John's children are affected by the mystery and turmoil surrounding their father's death, with divided loyalties plaguing their relationships with Judy.
The theory of a murder plot gains traction as investigators discover that Judy was in debt and could have used the insurance payout to pay off her debts. And then there is the missing bullet casing, a crucial piece of evidence that could prove whether the gun was fired more than once. It's clear to investigators that someone went to great lengths to cover up what really happened to John, and the question is, who was it?
As the show leads up to its shocking conclusion, twists and turns abound as the investigators piece together the clues and identify potential suspects. And while the answer may not be wholly unexpected, it sends shivers down the spine as the realization of what really happened sets in.
"Lover's Chair" is a gripping episode of Accident, Suicide or Murder that will leave viewers on the edge of their seats. The story of Judy and John serves as a stark reminder that things are not always as they seem, and that a seemingly-tragic event may actually have far more sinister undertones. The show's unique approach to investigating crimes that have been categorized as unintended leaves viewers questioning whether justice has truly been served, and whether the truth has indeed come to light.