Ep 8. Nancy Siegel

Nancy Siegel, the eighth episode of season 28 of Snapped, delves into the case of a woman who seemingly had it all. Born into a wealthy family, Nancy grew up with all the comforts and privileges that come with affluence. She pursued a career in law, working as a criminal defense attorney in her hometown of Las Vegas.

Despite her successes, however, Nancy found herself increasingly disillusioned with her life. She struggled with addiction, bouncing between drugs and alcohol, and felt unfulfilled in her relationships. In 2014, at the age of 53, Nancy found herself in the midst of a tumultuous divorce from her husband, retired doctor Dr. Robert Siegel.

The couple had been married for 27 years, but their relationship had deteriorated in recent years. Nancy had accused Robert of being emotionally abusive and controlling, while Robert had alleged that Nancy was a drug addict who had squandered their wealth on her habits. The divorce proceedings were acrimonious, with both sides fighting for control of the couple's assets.

On the morning of June 9, 2014, Robert was found dead in his home. He had been shot multiple times, and the gun used in the killing was found in Nancy's car. Nancy was immediately considered a suspect in the murder, and she was arrested and charged with the crime.

The prosecution argued that Nancy had killed Robert out of spite. They portrayed her as a woman who had become increasingly resentful of her husband's control over their finances, and who was enraged by the prospect of losing her share of their assets. They also presented evidence that Nancy had purchased the murder weapon just days before the killing.

Nancy's defense team, however, painted a different picture of the situation. They portrayed Nancy as a victim of Robert's abuse, claiming that he had driven her to the brink of despair with his emotional manipulation and financial control. They argued that Nancy had been driven to commit the murder as a last resort, to free herself from Robert's grip.

The trial was highly publicized, with both sides presenting compelling evidence to support their arguments. In the end, the jury found Nancy guilty of second-degree murder, and she was sentenced to 22 years to life in prison.

Nancy's case is a tragic example of how even those with seemingly perfect lives can be pushed to their breaking point. She was a successful lawyer and a member of society's elite, but her personal demons ultimately led her down a path of destruction. The episode offers a compelling look into Nancy's life, and into the events that led to Robert's murder.