Ep 7. Teresa Burousas

Teresa Burousas was a married mother of three whose gruesome actions shocked her community. This episode of "Snapped" delves into the circumstances surrounding the murder of her husband, Dr. Harry Burousas.

Teresa had always been known as a devoted wife and mother, but her marriage to Harry was not without its problems. Harry was a successful dentist, but he also had a history of infidelity that Teresa struggled to come to terms with. The couple had separated at one point, but eventually reconciled.

On the morning of Harry's murder, Teresa claimed that she had found him dead in their bedroom. She called 911, but made several strange statements during the call that raised suspicion. When police arrived, they found Harry lying on the bed with a gunshot wound to the head. The gun was found nearby, and it was determined to be the murder weapon.

Police soon discovered that there were several potential suspects in the case, including Harry's former lover and business partner. However, as they delved deeper into the case, they began to focus on Teresa herself.

The investigation revealed that Teresa had been struggling financially, and that Harry's life insurance policy had recently been increased. In addition, she had made several questionable purchases and was known to be in debt. Friends and family members also revealed that Teresa had become increasingly erratic and unstable in the months leading up to the murder.

Forensic evidence also played a significant role in the case. Blood spatter analysis indicated that the gun had been fired from a close range, suggesting that the killer had been in close proximity to Harry when he was shot. In addition, gunshot residue was found on Teresa's hands, indicating that she had fired the gun.

Despite her claims of innocence, Teresa was eventually arrested and charged with first-degree murder. Prosecutors argued that she had killed Harry for financial gain, and had staged the scene of the crime to make it look like a suicide.

The trial was a highly publicized event, and both the prosecution and defense presented compelling cases. The jury ultimately found Teresa guilty of murder, and she was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.

This episode of "Snapped" provides a chilling glimpse into the mind of a murderer, and raises important questions about the nature of domestic violence and financial motivation in such crimes. It is a gripping and thought-provoking hour of television that is not to be missed.