The Case Against James Craig: A Detailed Account of the Poisoning
James Craig, a former dentist from Colorado, is currently on trial for the murder of his wife, Angela Craig. She was 43 years old when she died in 2023, after suffering from symptoms that no one could initially explain. Her death was later attributed to acute cyanide and tetrahydrozoline poisoning, with subacute arsenic poisoning listed as a significant condition. Craig was arrested for first-degree murder just hours after his wife was taken off life support.
As the trial continues, new details have emerged about the events leading up to Angela Craig’s death. Here is a breakdown of what has been revealed so far:
February 22-25, 2023
During this time, James Craig attended a dental conference in Las Vegas, where he met Karin Cain, a Texas dentist going through a divorce. The two began a relationship and discussed meeting again. This connection would later become a key point in the case.
February 27, 2023
Craig created a new email account with the handle “jimandwaffles” using a computer in an exam room at his Aurora dental practice. The Gmail address was used to conduct searches on arsenic and undetectable poisons, order arsenic on Amazon, and make arrangements for Cain to travel to Denver.
February 28, 2023
Search queries for “how to make murder look like a heart attack” and “a dosage of tetrahydrozoline that is fatal” were found in the search history of the “jimandwaffles” account. These findings were presented by Detective Molly Harris, who testified during the trial.
March 1, 2023
Angela Craig visited family in Utah and attended a genealogy conference with her sister. During this time, Craig sent a text to Cain saying, “Maybe she will decide to stay gone for a long time.” A search for “how long does it take to die from arsenic poisoning?” was also found in the search history of the computer from exam room 9.
March 4, 2023
An order for arsenic was delivered to the Craigs’ house. This marked the beginning of a series of suspicious purchases and activities by Craig.
March 5, 2023
Angela returned home from Utah. That same day, Craig ordered oleandrin from Adooq Bioscience, a compound linked to some of the world’s deadliest plants. Detectives intercepted the package before it could be delivered.
March 6, 2023
Angela drank a protein shake made by her husband and started feeling unwell. She was taken to the hospital but was sent home without a diagnosis. Craig missed a staff meeting and claimed his wife wasn’t feeling well due to the shake. He later returned to the office and was seen working on a computer in an exam room with the lights off.
March 7, 2023
Angela continued to feel sick and went to an urgent care clinic, but she was sent home without a diagnosis.
March 8, 2023
Craig ordered potassium cyanide from Midland Scientific and noted in the order: “Hopefully this is in stock and I can come pick it up tomorrow, March 9.” Later that evening, he purchased 12 packages of eyedrops from a King Soopers store in Aurora.
March 9, 2023
Angela’s symptoms worsened, and she was admitted to the hospital. A blood sample showed high levels of arsenic, which caused gastrointestinal symptoms, including abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, lightheadedness, and a feeling of being uncoordinated.
March 10-13, 2023
Craig followed up on the potassium cyanide order, but it was delayed. On March 13, the shipment arrived at his office, but an employee opened it without knowing its contents. The package contained potassium cyanide, a highly toxic substance.
March 14, 2023
Angela was discharged from the hospital but soon began searching online for the possible causes of her symptoms. That evening, video footage from the kitchen security camera showed James making a protein shake for his wife.
March 15, 2023
Angela experienced severe headaches and dizziness and was taken to the hospital again. A blood sample showed high levels of arsenic, cyanide, and tetrahydrozoline. The presence of these substances indicated poisoning.
March 16, 2023
Karin Cain visited Denver, according to a flight itinerary. Police spoke with the Redfearns, who had raised concerns about the potassium cyanide delivery.
March 18, 2023
Angela Craig was pronounced brain dead. Her death marked the end of a tragic story that has now unfolded in court. The case highlights the dangers of poisoning and the importance of vigilance in identifying suspicious behavior.
