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Feb 2024
40m 18s

The People v. Kouri Richins

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When her husband is found dead of an apparent overdose, Kouri Richins writes a children's book about grief. Soon after she’s charged with his murder.  "48 Hours" contributor Natalie Morales reports. 
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