Ep 4. Teresa Lewis And Matthew Shallenberger

In season 14, episode 4 of Snapped: Killer Couples, the story of Teresa Lewis and Matthew Shallenberger is told. Teresa was a 41-year-old woman from Virginia who was married to Julian Lewis. Julian was mentally disabled and had the mental capacity of a child. Teresa had a troubled past and had struggled with addiction and other issues. She met Matthew, a 22-year-old man, through a dating service and they began an affair.

Matthew was a troubled young man with a history of violence and had spent time in jail. He was also a member of a white supremacist group. The relationship between Teresa and Matthew started as a sexual one, but soon turned into something more. They plotted to kill Julian so that they could be together and inherit his money. They convinced a friend of Matthew's, Rodney Fuller, to help them carry out the murder.

On October 30, 2002, Matthew and Rodney entered Julian's home and shot him multiple times. Teresa was in the house at the time of the murder but claimed that she was unaware of what was happening. However, it was later revealed that she had orchestrated the entire plan and had paid Matthew and Rodney to carry out the murder.

After the murder, Teresa and Matthew went on a spending spree, using the money they had inherited from Julian to buy expensive items and take vacations. However, their spending soon caught the attention of the police and they were eventually arrested.

Teresa was found guilty of first-degree murder and sentenced to death. Matthew was also found guilty of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison. Rodney, who had confessed to his involvement in the murder, was sentenced to 23 years in prison.

The episode explores the twisted relationship between Teresa and Matthew and the brutal murder of Julian. It also delves into the aftermath of the murder and the legal proceedings that followed. The episode features interviews with family members, friends, and law enforcement officials involved in the case, as well as reenactments of key moments in the story.

As with all episodes of Snapped: Killer Couples, the episode provides a fascinating and chilling insight into the minds of those who committed the ultimate crime of murder. It explores the motivations and psychology of the killers, as well as the impact of their actions on those around them. Fans of true crime and psychological thrillers will be captivated by this gripping and tragic story.