New charges filed against a Colorado dentist accused of fatally poisoning his wife’s protein shakes focus on his alleged efforts to kill a detective involved in the case, authorities said.
Craig was previously arrested and charged with first-degree murder in the March 18, 2023, death of his wife of 23 years, Angela Craig, 43.
Citing a professional conflict, Craig’s lawyer withdrew from the case just before prosecutors filed the solicitation charge last week.
FacebookAuthorities previously accused James Craig of dosing his wife’s drink with cyanide and tetrahydrozoline, a medication found in eye drops.
Angela Craig later died after experiencing a severe seizure, authorities said in James Craig’s arrest warrant.
Persons:
James Craig, Craig, Angela Craig, KUSA, Angela Craig’s, Angela, James Craig’s, Weeks, ” KUSA
Organizations:
Aurora Police Department, NBC, NBC News, Facebook, Authorities
Locations:
Colorado, Denver