The Murder of Laci Peterson

Laci Peterson was a pregnant woman who was tragically murdered in 2002 in California. Her husband, Scott Peterson, was convicted of her murder and the death of their unborn child. The case gained widespread media attention due to the brutal nature of the crime, significant evidence linking Scott to her disappearance, and his subsequent trial. Prosecutors argued that Scott planned the murder to start a new life without her, while his defense claimed the evidence was inconclusive. Scott Peterson was ultimately sentenced to death. The case highlighted issues of domestic violence, media influence, and criminal justice.