During the second week of the trial, Nicole Harmon, the best friend of the victim, provided crucial testimony that Angela Craig had never expressed any desire to die. Harmon emphasized that Angela was not a risk-taker and had never hinted at any suicidal intentions. This testimony is significant as it suggests that Craig might have orchestrated the poisoning to avoid suspicion.
Craig, 47, is accused of murdering his wife, who died from lethal doses of cyanide and tetrahydrozoline, in March 2023. The prosecution is leveraging Harmon’s statements alongside evidence of Craig’s online searches to construct a narrative of premeditated violence. The online activity included searches for information on obtaining undetectable poisons and methods to evade detection in an autopsy. These searches, along with Craig’s admitted involvement in a secret affair while married, have emerged as key elements in the prosecution’s case.
Harmon recounted that Craig admitted to her and her husband in 2019 that he had plans to inject himself with a lethal substance, having first drugged Angela to ensure she wouldn’t stop him. This admission, combined with the evidence of Craig’s internet activity, suggests a well-considered motive. The legal team for the prosecution, including attorney David Gelman, is emphasizing that Craig’s actions required intent and premeditation, which they argue are central to the charges against him.
The trial is also highlighting the fractured relationship between Angela and her friend, Nicole Harmon, which began to unravel after Angela discovered Craig’s infidelity and his secretive behavior. Harmon stated that Angela was angry about her life and how it was turning out, but she was willing to bear the brunt of Angela’s anger. This dynamic adds another layer to the emotional and personal complexities surrounding the case.
The defense, represented by Lisa Fine Moses, has yet to comment on the allegations. However, the prosecution’s focus on Craig’s online searches and his acknowledgment of a secret affair underscores the elements of intent and premeditation that are crucial to the case. The trial continues to unfold with the potential to reveal more about the mental state and motivations of James Craig.