Ep 9. Tammy Cole

In season 10 episode 9 of Snapped, we meet Tammy Cole, a mother of three and a successful businesswoman living in the small town of Plattsburg, Missouri. Tammy initially seemed to have it all - a loving husband, a beautiful home, and a thriving floral business. However, her seemingly perfect life began to unravel when her husband, Randy, found out about her affair with a local police officer.

As tensions rose between Tammy and Randy, Tammy began to feel trapped and isolated in her own home. She confided in her friends and even sought help from a therapist, yet her marriage continued to deteriorate. In the months leading up to Randy's death, the couple argued frequently, and Randy even confided in friends that he feared for his safety.

On the evening of Randy's death, Tammy claimed that she had been out running errands while Randy stayed home. When she returned home, she found Randy dead in the bathroom - he had been shot in the head. Initially, investigators believed that Randy may have committed suicide due to his marital troubles and financial struggles. However, as they began to dig deeper, they discovered evidence that suggested Tammy may have been involved in his death.

In the days following Randy's death, Tammy's behavior began to raise suspicion. She appeared to be more concerned with her own well-being than with the loss of her husband. She attempted to cash in on Randy's life insurance policy, and even went as far as to hold a garage sale to sell off his possessions. Furthermore, investigators discovered that Tammy had purchased a gun just weeks before Randy's death - a gun that ballistics testing later confirmed had been used to shoot Randy.

As the evidence against her continued to mount, Tammy's friends and family were left in shock. They described her as kind and caring, and had never suspected her of being capable of such a violent act. However, the evidence against her was undeniable, and Tammy was arrested and charged with Randy's murder.

Throughout the trial, Tammy maintained her innocence, claiming that she had nothing to do with Randy's death. However, the evidence against her was overwhelming, and the jury ultimately found her guilty of first-degree murder. Tammy was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.

The episode delves into the complex psychology and motivations behind Tammy's crime, and raises questions about the extent to which a person's emotions and relationships can drive them to commit violence. The case is a stark reminder of the tragic consequences that can result from relationship troubles and marital infidelity.