Ep 5. Janice Dodson

Janice Dodson was a successful dental hygienist who lived in North Carolina. She was married to a man named Michael Dodson, who owned a construction company. They had two children together and seemed to be living a happy life. However, on the morning of October 31, 2009, Michael was found dead in their home. He had been shot several times.

Janice claimed that she had been out shopping at the time of the murder. She said that Michael had called her and asked her to go pick up some Halloween candy for the kids. When she returned home, she found Michael's body and called 911. She was completely devastated and could not understand who could have wanted to harm her husband.

However, as police began to investigate the murder, they discovered that Janice had a lot of secrets. She had been having an affair with a man named Victor, who was a patient of hers at the dental office. Victor had a criminal record and was known to be violent.

Police also uncovered financial problems in Janice and Michael's marriage. They were heavily in debt and Michael had taken out a life insurance policy shortly before his death. Janice stood to gain a lot of money if Michael died.

As the investigation continued, evidence began to mount against Janice. Her DNA was found on the gun that was used to kill Michael. She also had made suspicious internet searches about murder and getting away with it. When police confronted Janice with this evidence, she broke down and confessed to the murder.

Janice claimed that she had killed Michael in self-defense. She said that he had abused her for years and had threatened to kill her that night. She said that she had gotten the gun from Victor for protection. However, the evidence did not support her claims of self-defense and it appeared that she had planned the murder.

Janice Dodson was arrested and charged with first-degree murder. She went to trial and was found guilty by a jury. She was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.

The episode of Snapped that tells the story of Janice Dodson is a gripping and dramatic tale of love, betrayal, and murder. It showcases how even the most seemingly normal and successful individuals can have dark secrets and hidden motives. The episode is both a cautionary tale and a fascinating look into the psychology of a killer. Fans of true crime and criminal psychology will find this episode of Snapped to be both informative and entertaining.