And she was rubbing her hair. But they then began to focus on the Schwartz's longtime employee and contractor, Anton Leo Stragaj. "He said, 'I'm going home. Police aren't talking because the case is still open. And big money. [27], According to Bonnie Booth of the American Medical News, the rarity of physician-on-physician crime was the likely reason that the trial drew so much media attention. Stragaj, who is from Albania, was working in the U.S. without proper legal status. Becky and Dr. Schwartz had met in the late 1990s through a dating service, and were a committed couple. "And in Wisconsin, does she just live a quiet life now?" The two former criminals pledged to spend the rest of their lives atoning for their terrible act. So I had no hate for him. "And siphoned to where? But later on, it was clear she meant killing her father in real life. Clara played the overlord, Lord Chaos, and House acted as an assassin assigned to kill Old Guy -- Clara Schwartzs father. In an extraordinary moment, Dana, who had remained silent publicly for two years, turns on her own mother-in-law, reading a text message she sent a friend not long after Dr. Schwartz's murder: Dana Nichols (reading aloud in court): "It's crazy how so much of what Becky did all adds up now. He says that confrontation was more than 10 hours before Becky called police to the house that night to report an alleged burglary. "If she knew -- which I have every reason to believe she did -- that's entirely possible that was something used against him," Carter acknowledged. Then a student at a university in Virginia, Clara created a roleplaying game called Underworld, with her and Kyle bonding over their mutual interest in witchcraft and occult. "Was there money involved in this? [9] In September 2002, a grand jury issued a 77-count indictment on charges related to Schwartz writing Vicodin and Ritalin prescriptions for two patients (Lopez and Espinoza) who returned the drugs to him for his own use. "And -- if Dr. Schwartz was outta the picture that perhaps Rebecca Schwartz would keep him on.". Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. I think he did everything he could to pay back society," he said. "And I don't recall there being a lot of conversation. That's when his DNA got there. "money was her way of connecting.". "He was dedicated to medicine like no physician I've ever known. I was with people with alibi all day. He claims there was a conversation at a bar along with Becky's son, Ben, a year before Dr. Schwartz was murdered. All-- those statements are false," deVlaming told Van Sant. If not, here's a few bucks a month for your phone bill.'". I don't know how, but I know one of the two of them or both are involved,'" Carter told Van Sant. Robert was allegedly planned to make sure she didnt come back, according to her. He faces a charge of first-degree murder in the slaying of Dr. Steven Patlin Schwartz, a 74-year-old doctor found dead inside his Tarpon Springs mansion in 2014. In September 2003, he was sentenced to life behind bars. Call (586) 939 -1122. And I made two runs because I'm -- I'm in construction site job, $125,000 job. [5] He was killed in his 1992 white Lexus SC400[19] and dragged from his car to make it look like a robbery. Claras companion, Katherine Inglis, said Clara was involved in her fathers murder just a day or two after Robert was apprehended. "Money. He discovered a scientist who had been brutally murdered inside. They also argued that Robert Schwartz abused his daughter. The result was one that reportedly pleased the state bar. In the end, a jury found Clara guilty of first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and two counts of solicitation to commit murder. I build from scratch," he explained. Flick, a reporter who covered the case for the Tucson Citizen, wrote a best-selling, true-crime book published in 2018 titled "Toxic Rage: A Tale of Murder in Tucson" (WildBlue Press). Dyer wasn't even sure Schwartz was really going go through with it, until he pulled out a gun. Furthermore, Clara had also told Kyle that she was going on a trip to the Virgin Islands for Christmas with her father. While Dyer walked away from his car, Schwartz went ahead with his plan. He founded the Virginia Biotechnology Association where he worked on DNA sequencing for 15 years. The authorities believed Robert was killed about two days before being found. Stragaj says his DNA must have gotten on Schwartz's clothing when he checked the body. Robert was born on May 13, 1944. "What do you do, stuck in an airport?" She remains incarcerated at Fluvanna Correctional Center for Women in Troy, Virginia, and will be eligible for release in 2043. They looked into his family first and soon learned of his youngest [14] He also became addicted to Ritalin. "Rebecca handles the business and she called me 'son' for four years," he said. Lola Stragaj was booked into the Pinellas County Jail Wednesday, Dec. 14. Michael earned 18 years in prison after pleading guilty to second-degree murder. The trial ended up painting Schwartz as an extremely manipulative individual, causing the jury to feel sympathy for Bigger. It was a horrific incident. Dr. Schwartz was a well-known DNA sequencing researcher. But with a blended family came problems. [3] Earlier in the day, "Was there blood on the knife?" "He was my doctor. She was being held without bond as of Thursday. "[15] Under the terms of the probation, Schwartz was barred from writing prescriptions for narcotics, required to check in with the board each day, and subject to random drug tests. Dana says Ben has gotten past his drug problems and the two of them have settled down with their daughter, Kendall. While in Dallas, he met and began dating his neighbor, Daphne Herding,[5] whom he eventually married in a garden ceremony in 1997. "I loved Dr. Schwartz," he told Van Sant. "I never saw Becky grieving for her husband or her loss," said Meredith. 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In addition, the 57-year-old Virginia Biotechnology Association was founded by him. Katherine was found guilty of conspiracy to commit murder, receiving a 1-year jail term. ", "Ultimately, I think Becky's motive was to buy -- into our family," Meredith said. A father of two daughters, a dog lover, a gym rat, a coffee connoisseur, and an all-around doughnut snob. [7] He worked at a hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania prior to relocating with his family to Tucson in the late '90s. [22] Bruce Bigger's attorneys felt that the trial should have been moved out of Pima County due to the publicity the case received. Money. According to Katherine, Clara wanted her father dead and talked about the money she would inherit if that became a reality. [3] Stidham officially served as Schwartz's associate until October 2002,[17] when Schwartz was indicted on drug fraud charges. At the time of the incident, she was a computer science major at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Inside, he found the scientist brutally murdered. "He lied to the police. The sudden murder of a prominent scientist at his secluded farmhouse led the authorities on a complex murder investigation. Schwartz began to reassure Bigger that he had his money. "Very," he replied. According to Leo Stragaj, Becky even wanted Carter out of the picture. Tom Roebig, Carter Schwartz' attorney, reasoned. Dr. David Brian Stidham, a 37-year-old pediatric ophthalmologist, was found stabbed and beaten to death outside his office on Oct. 5. Becky and the family did everything from vacations in Florida, to sports events, to lavish parties -- all paid for by Becky. Friends said Schwartz's wife died of cancer several years ago and their three children are away at college. "And if you cross her then, you know, you're basically gone," Patrick Olive said. "I know. Peter Van Sant asked. [3][4][18] A.J. He was taken away with such haste that his shirt was on backwards. 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You know, everything was just over the top with her," said April Cox. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. [16] Schwartz attended rehab later that year and admitted that he had a drug problem. "Said, 'No, you'll have to shoot me. Nevertheless, the jury found Bigger guilty of both conspiracy to commit first-degree murder and first-degree murder itself. I'm not the man," he said. And to this day, Cecil has the gun Schwartz used to murder Dr. Cook. As per the Tv9 Telugu, the orthopedic surgeon took the extreme step due to a family dispute, reports said. Instead, they found Dr. Schwartz in a pool of blood. "The boyfriend has had a plane bought for him," Florin explained. The Perfect Murder: The Devil Made Me Do It focuses on how Clara manipulated three other people into helping with her fathers murder. Even as a young child, I could see she wasn't there because she loved him," he said. I mean, I -- I regret it all of my life. But tragedy struck the Schwartz family in December 2001. Drug abuse, DEA investigation, and indictment, University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, University of Rochester School of Medicine, "Doctor Charged in Ordering Hit on Fellow MD", "An Eye for an Eye A Beloved Doctor Is Murdered In Cold Blood", "Murder conspiracy case grabs media glare", "Longtime friend remembers slain Dr. Stidham", "Forward Motion Schwartz's defense goes on the offensive while prosecutors claim he was seeking a hired killer last year", "Schwartz's parents say son OK'd firing Stidham", "Who is Dr. Bradley Schwartz? And that became a problem for Carter. Bigger's trials would not begin until the following March. Despite the fact that 83% of the jury pool had been exposed to some of the pretrial media, Bigger's appeal was thrown out by the Arizona Court of Appeals in May 2011. Handyman, Anton Stragaj, "All of those are false. [20], Bigger's trial took place from March 14, 2007, to May 16, 2007. "I wasn't there when he did it, but I can't imagine why, having sober judgment, anyone would do that.". I turned around and look at him, and his eyes are just bloodshot," said Dyer. Stragaj said, "I think she murdered him.". "Steve was your classic gentle giant a guy who had the heart of a bear," Dr. Patton said. According to Patrick, Clara asked him to kill Old Guy, and he initially thought it was only game-related. WebThe 48 Hours episode The Strange Life of Dr. Schwartz investigates the murder of Dr. Steven Schwartz, a 74-year-old a wealthy doctor who was brutally murdered in his Khan practiced as an orthopedic surgeon at Owaisi hospital and had experience of But Becky is not saying anything. "As I read these stories, you know, he didn't want to give 'em his money," Cecil explained. He was sharp. "and now he's gonna pay for it.". Only later did I find out she held a private funeral or service, if you would, at -- at the house to which I was not invited," said Carter. [27] Mrs. Stidham also filed a suit in August 2005 against Pima County, Lourdes Lopez, Paul Skitzki, and county attorney Barbara LaWall. Robert was stabbed and slashed more than thirty times and had an X carved on his back. Then, in August 2001, she began dating Patrick House, who later testified against her at trial. [12] This occurred shortly after the Arizona Medical Board had reinstated Schwartz's license in August 2003. Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. But could a shocking incident deep in Dr. Schwartz's past have played a role in his murder? [2] Bradley Alan Schwartz, also a pediatric ophthalmologist, and Ronald Bruce Bigger, a hit man, were arrested and convicted for the murder. "Is she still a person of interest in this case?" But Schwartz never did take care of it. She's in a new state starting a new life with a new man. Leo Stragaj admits he never implicated Becky until the day he was arrested. That's what brothers do. David Brian Stidham (August 13, 1967 October 5, 2004)[1] was a pediatric ophthalmologist stabbed to death in Catalina Foothills, Arizona as the result of a murder-for-hire plot that stemmed from a colleague's professional jealousy. Lourdes Lopez, Barbara LaWall, and Pima County were dismissed from the suit as part of the settlement. Kyle, then 18, had a history of mental illness and had spent time in psychiatric institutions as a child. [3], The investigation eventually revealed that Schwartz hired Bigger for $10,000 to help him murder Stidham. Spiky TV's senior news writer is Stephan Gibbs. "Would you look out and see, 'All this money is going to Rebecca and her children. A prominent biophysicist, he had been stabbed multiple times with a 2-foot-long sword. But still, I can't see Leo hurting Dr. Schwartz. When Clara told him about her fathers alleged abusive behavior, he believed he had to protect her. Schwartz had Carter and two other children from his previous relationships. "My life pretty much changed on January second, when my husband got out of the shower and said he was leaving me," Meredith said. I'll ruin your reputation. Deposition attorney: She walked over to Meredith and leaned down and whispered in her ear, "I wish you would have died.". Kyle later indicated that after Clara informed him of the situation, he felt compelled to take action. I mean, I don't think any of us were, really," said Dyer. Three days after She planned it. But could that murder 55 years ago, which had been a closely-guarded secret, have somehow played a role in the murder of Dr. Schwartz? Police arrested two of Clara Schwartzs friends and found the murder weapon in one of their homes. "She's got something to hide. Van Sant asked. [9] The trial officially ended on May 2, 2006. And I looked at that and I looked at my husband and I said, 'Isn't that weird? "From the house. Phillip Dyer, who drove Schwartz to the scene, but backed out before the crime, Click to reveal So, if youre wondering what happened, weve got you covered. Their trials are set for early next year. Cecil said. "I would say that's a very accurate statement," Carter replied. Your IP: Van Sant asked deVlaming. She went to work for MADD, Mothers Against Drunk Driving. "It was feeling numb when people describe it. [4] Differing reports say his body was found by either a cleaning crew[5] or Christine Rotella, a massage therapist who had returned to the medical plaza to retrieve her forgotten engagement ring. Stragaj is not the only one suspicious of Becky Schwartz. Patrick House, a former boyfriend, testified Oct. 8 that he and Schwartz were the primary characters in an elaborate role-playing game she invented called Underworld. Currently, stem cell therapy is not FDA approved. He said that Clara created a fantasy role-playing game called Underworld, where he played an assassin and a bard. His body was discovered two days later. But they live in fear, as she told her friend in another text: Dana Nichols (reading aloud in court): I said, "I am scared to talk to the detectives and -- and police I would hope if Becky came after me or sent someone after me, she wouldn't hurt Kendall. I think that that cloud is always there that they may arrest her," attorney Kym Rivellini said. She grabs a beer, and come sits on the couch, and drinks a beer," said Cox. Van Sant asked. Brown created and produced the British horror comedy series "Wreck," which is currently available on Hulu. On Claras computer, the authorities discovered instant communications between her and Kyle in which they plotted murdering Robert. I said, 'That's impossible.' WebWho Killed Robert Schwartz? Van Sant asked. Clara had also informed Kyle that she would be spending the holidays with her father in the Virgin Islands. A neighbour stopped by Roberts house on December 10 to see if he was okay because he hadnt turned up for work. 2023 Cinemaholic Inc. All rights reserved. [3][20] Bigger's appeal suggested that he was not afforded a fair trial on account of the copious amount of media coverage surrounding the case. "If evil is to the left, good is to the right. And there were bizarre behaviors after Dr. Schwartz's death that fed speculation about Becky's involvement. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. Soon, they were led to his youngest daughter, Clara Schwartz, who seemed to be at the center of it all. A former college student was found guilty Tuesday of first-degree murder for enlisting a friend to kill her scientist father with a sword. Schwartz has been in jail since her arrest in February on the campus of James Madison University, where she was a student. So, I had to go and buy materials or dump a trailer. A Loudoun County "she asked me to find someone to kill Dr. That that's how his DNA got there. [8] Early on, Storts suggested that the attorney-client relationship between Schwartz and Lopez precluded the case from going to trial. "Now, you tell me; what kind of person does that?" "'Analysis of cell phone activity failed to support his alibi,' -- your alibi. That's Becky's daughter in-law, Dana Nichols, who is married to her son, Ben. "Did you remove the hard drive from that security camera" Van Sant asked. [3] Other reports suggest that Schwartz was planning to open a plastic surgery practice[8] or, at least, another office on the north side of the city. Wil Florin: When did you first start -- this is her own son you're -- and that -- that you're concerned -- your husband -- that his mother is setting him up for the murder? He was sentenced to life in prison without parole. WebOur Office. WebRobert was thought to have been murdered two days before he was discovered. Jurors recommended she spend 48 years in prison. "My client is five foot three. (She does not face any charges regarding the murder of her husband.). Cloudflare Ray ID: 7a159b8aee1210a8 When Kyle was apprehended, he gave a complete confession to the police, claiming that he killed Clara because he believed Robert was abusing her. He was just a wonderful guy who would do anything for anyone.". The death of a distinguished scientist in his secluded farmhouse prompted a lengthy inquiry by the authorities. Schwartz.". Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Van Sant asked. He refused to testify last week against his friend, citing his right to avoid self-incrimination. Becky's son, Ben, had ongoing drug issues, according to Carter. The Perfect Murder: The Devil Made Me Do It focuses on how the police zeroed in on four people who had a role to play, which shockingly included Roberts daughter as well. This spurred Stidham to create his own Tucson-area practice. But later, she changed her mind, saying, I want to go straight. ", The gun and the knife used to kill Dr. Schwartz have never been found. [26], Brian Stidham's widow, Daphne Stidham, filed a wrongful death suit in 2005 against the medical complex where her husband was murdered, alleging that the conditions at the complex aided the killer. Used, Florin theorizes, by Becky Schwartz to blackmail her own husband for millions. Where did it go?" "I liked Steven. 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