Ep 11. Erika Sifrit

In season 8 episode 11 of Snapped, viewers are introduced to Erika Sifrit, a former beauty queen and her husband Benjamin. The couple are initially presented as a picture-perfect duo, but soon their dark secrets are revealed.

The episode begins with a woman named Rachel, who recounts meeting Erika while on vacation in Ocean City. Rachel describes Erika as charming and outgoing, but also a bit strange as she seemed to have a fascination with guns and violence.

We then see Erika and Benjamin's relationship develop, with the pair getting married and starting a restaurant together in Maryland. But despite their success, it becomes clear that the couple's relationship is far from perfect.

Erika's behaviour becomes increasingly erratic and she is prone to outbursts of anger and jealousy. She is also revealed to have a shocking past, having been previously accused of assaulting her ex-husband with a stun gun.

In May 2002, the couple decide to take a weekend trip to Ocean City. But what should have been a romantic getaway turns into a nightmare when they meet Joshua Ford and Martha Crutchley, a couple who are on a belated honeymoon.

After a night of partying and drinking, the couples end up back at Erika and Benjamin's hotel room. It is here that events take a sinister turn, with Erika and Benjamin brutally killing both Joshua and Martha. The couple then dismember the bodies and scatter the remains in various locations.

The episode documents the police investigation into the case, which ultimately led to the arrest and conviction of Erika and Benjamin. The evidence against them is overwhelming, with DNA evidence, witness testimony, and surveillance footage all pointing to their guilt.

Throughout the trial, Erika's behaviour continues to be disturbing, with the former beauty queen appearing to revel in the attention and notoriety that the case brings her. She also displays a complete lack of remorse for her actions, describing the murders as "fun".

The episode ends with Erika and Benjamin being sentenced to life in prison for their crimes. It is a chilling reminder of how seemingly normal individuals can be capable of unimaginable acts of violence.

Overall, season 8 episode 11 of Snapped is a gripping and disturbing account of a real-life murder case. It offers insight into the minds of the killers and the tragic consequences of their actions.