Ep 36. Karen Grauber

Karen Grauber was a mother of two and a successful real estate agent living in a quiet and affluent Maryland suburb. However, on May 22nd, 2005, Karen's seemingly perfect life came crashing down when she was arrested and charged with the murder of her husband, Tom.

Tom Grauber was a respected lawyer and loving father who was found shot to death in his home office. Karen had called 911, claiming that she had returned home from running errands to find her husband dead. The police initially believed her story, but soon uncovered suspicious evidence that pointed to Karen as the killer.

As the investigation unfolded, the police discovered that Karen and Tom's marriage was far from perfect. Karen had suffered from depression and anxiety and had been prescribed medication by a psychiatrist. However, her mental health struggles had caused tension in their relationship, and Tom had filed for divorce just months before his death.

The police also learned that Karen had been having an affair with a man named Doug Stewart, who was married with two children. phone records revealed that Karen and Doug had been in constant communication in the days leading up to Tom's murder, and that Doug had been in the area on the day of the crime.

Despite her claims of innocence, Karen was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. However, Doug Stewart was not charged until several years later, when new evidence emerged linking him to the crime.

This episode of Snapped examines the complex case of Karen Grauber and the shocking twist that would come years after her conviction. Through interviews with detectives, journalists, and loved ones, we gain insight into a case that seemed straightforward at first but ultimately revealed a web of lies, affairs, and deep-seated rage that resulted in a tragic and senseless murder.