Colorado Dentist Sentenced Life Murdering Wife With Poisoned Shakes

James Craig, a Colorado dentist, was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole after being convicted of first-degree murder for poisoning his wife, Angela Craig, in 2023. Prosecutors presented evidence that Craig repeatedly laced Angela's protein shakes with toxic substances including cyanide and tetrahydrozoline, ultimately delivering a fatal dose while she was hospitalized. The jury also convicted him on several other charges, including solicitation to commit murder related to a plot to kill a detective investigating the case. During the trial, Craig's defense claimed Angela had sought his help to commit suicide due to his infidelity and their troubled marriage, but prosecutors argued he was motivated by a desire to avoid a costly divorce and maintain his reputation. Emotional testimony from Angela's family highlighted the devastating impact of her death, with one of their six children calling Craig a villain. The case drew significant attention for its tragic details and the betrayal within the family.