In this Tuesday true crime story of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, Ky delves into the thought-provoking case of Ronnie Wiggs, a 75-year-old Missouri man who strangled his wife while she was in the hospital receiving treatment. The episode uncovers the harrowing details of the crime, including Ronnie's shocking confession and his disturbing reasoning behind the murder.

On Friday, May 3, 2024, at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, Missouri, a woman undergoing dialysis treatment was found unresponsive with suspicious injuries. Despite initial life-saving measures, she was later declared brain dead. Witnesses reported hearing Ronnie confess to the crime, stating, "I did it. I killed her. I choked her."Ronnie admitted to detectives that he had attempted to kill his wife multiple times due to his inability to care for her and the mounting medical bills. He cited depression and financial strain as his motives, sparking a discussion on the impact of the U.S. healthcare system on mental health and domestic abuse.

Join Ky as she explores the complexities of this case and the broader implications for families struggling under the weight of medical expenses. 

Share your thoughts on alternative options Ronnie could have taken and discuss the need for better mental health support for caregivers.

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Episode mentioned in this episode:
True Crime Tuesday | Ohio Women Arrested for Abuse of Corpse After Driving Dead Body to Bank | Douglas Lehman
https://murderandlove.com/true-crime-tuesday-ohio-women-arrested-for-abuse-of-corpse-after-driving-dead-body-to-bank-douglas-lehman/

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