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In this week's episode, Ashley Willcott discusses the case of Ina Thea Kenoyer who was convicted for the premeditated murder of her husband, Steven Kenoyer, in their Port Angeles home in Clallam County, Washington.

In our breakdown segment, Ashley is joined by Jan Gorniak and the two review the forensic details of the case.

The crime occurred on May 26, 2023. Steven Kenoyer was found deceased, and initially, Ina attempted to mislead investigators, suggesting alternate scenarios like a robbery or accidental death. However, inconsistencies in her account and evidence collected at the scene quickly raised suspicions among law enforcement, leading to a focused investigation into her potential involvement.

The investigation revealed that Ina Kenoyer had meticulously planned her husband's killing. Prosecutors argued that her primary motive was financial gain, specifically aiming to collect on a substantial life insurance policy taken out on Steven. Evidence presented during the trial included incriminating internet searches Ina made prior to the murder, communications suggesting her intent and planning, and details about how she staged the crime scene to support her initial false narratives.

Furthermore, the prosecution highlighted efforts by Ina Kenoyer to obstruct the investigation and conceal her guilt. This included allegations that she attempted to involve her children in the cover-up by coaching them on what to tell authorities. The trial painted a picture of calculated deception and premeditation, contrasting sharply with her initial claims of innocence or lack of knowledge regarding the circumstances of her husband's death.

Ultimately, a Clallam County Superior Court jury found Ina Thea Kenoyer guilty of first-degree murder and tampering with physical evidence. In February 2024, reflecting the severity of the crime and the evidence of careful planning, she was sentenced to 51 years in prison. The case concluded with a significant prison term, holding her accountable for the deliberate killing of her husband for financial benefit.