Candace Craig Convicted of Mother's Murder

Candace Craig, 45, was found guilty of murdering her 71-year-old mother, Margaret Craig, after a confrontation about credit card fraud. The crime occurred in June 2023, with Craig choking her mother to death and subsequently dismembering the body with assistance from her daughter, Salia Hardy. The police discovered the remains in a home in Hyattsville, Maryland, where they found evidence of gruesome disposal methods, including body parts grilled in the backyard. Prosecutors highlighted the shocking nature of the crime, emphasizing that Margaret Craig was a hardworking woman betrayed by her own daughter. Aisha Braveboy, the Prince George’s County State's Attorney, expressed concern for the emotional impact on Craig's children, who will have to cope with the trauma of their mother's actions. The case was described as uniquely disturbing, combining elements of murder, dismemberment, and attempted concealment of the body.