Ep 3. Witness for the Defense

In Murder, She Wrote season 4 episode 3, titled "Witness for the Defense," famed mystery writer Jessica Fletcher gets pulled into yet another murder mystery, this time as an unexpected witness for the defense.

When the local sheriff of Cabot Cove, Amos Tupper, is called to investigate the murder of a prominent businessman, he discovers that one of the prime suspects is a friend of Jessica's, a woman named Jill Kenyon. Jill has been accused of killing her own husband and although she maintains her innocence, the evidence is stacked against her.

As the trial begins, Jessica finds herself called to the stand as a character witness for Jill. Despite her initial reluctance, she testifies about Jill's character and tries to convince the jury that she couldn't have committed such a heinous crime. While the case initially seems like an open-and-shut affair, Jessica begins to dig deeper and soon realizes that there is more to this murder than meets the eye.

As she follows the trail of clues and interviews potential witnesses, Jessica begins to unravel a web of deceit and betrayal that puts her own life in danger. Along the way, she discovers that everyone has hidden motives and that nothing is as it appears on the surface.

The tension builds as the trial marches on and Jessica finds herself in a race against time to prove Jill's innocence. With her trademark wit and intelligence, Jessica pieces together the puzzle and eventually uncovers the shocking truth behind the murder.

"Murder, She Wrote: Witness for the Defense" is a classic whodunit tale of murder, mystery, and intrigue that will keep you guessing until the very end. With strong performances from a talented cast and clever writing from the show's creators, this episode is a must-see for any fan of the genre.