Ep 20. Annette Cahill

Annette Cahill, the subject of Snapped season 27 episode 20, was a beloved mother and breast cancer survivor residing in the small town of Canandaigua, New York. However, on October 5, 2014, her life took a tragic turn when she was found brutally murdered in her own home.

Police immediately began investigating the case, interviewing family members and friends to try and uncover any possible suspects. Their attention quickly turned to Annette's husband, James Cahill, who had a history of domestic abuse and was known to be controlling and possessive.

As the investigation continued, more evidence began to surface, including a secret life insurance policy that James had taken out on his wife just two months before her death. Additionally, detectives discovered that James had been unfaithful to Annette and had even fathered a child with another woman.

With mounting evidence against him, James was eventually arrested and charged with the murder of his wife. However, the trial was far from open and shut, with the defense claiming that James was innocent and that the police had rushed to judgment in their investigation.

The prosecution argued that James had a clear motive for killing Annette, as he stood to collect a large sum of money from her life insurance policy. Additionally, they presented forensic evidence linking James to the murder scene, including DNA found on a bloody towel and a hair that matched his DNA profile.

Despite the defense's efforts to cast doubt on the prosecution's case, the jury ultimately found James guilty of second-degree murder and he was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison.

Through interviews with friends, family members, and law enforcement officials involved in the case, Snapped season 27 episode 20 provides a detailed look at the murder of Annette Cahill and the subsequent trial of her husband. It is a gripping and emotional story that showcases the devastating impact that domestic violence can have on a family, and the lengths that law enforcement will go to seek justice for the victims.