221: Real-Life Succession: Billionaire Couple Murdered. Toxic Secrets & Bizarre Staged Scene.
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Deep Dive
Why did the police initially treat the deaths of Barry and Honey Sherman as a murder-suicide?
The police believed that Barry had killed Honey and then killed himself, based on the strangulation marks and the meticulous posing of their bodies.
Why did the Sherman children reject the murder-suicide theory?
The children knew Barry didn't have the strength to overpower Honey, who was physically fit. They also believed their parents were happy and had no history of violence.
What significant evidence did the neighbor's security footage provide?
The footage showed a man parking his car and walking back and forth in front of the Sherman home for 29 minutes on the night of their deaths, suggesting suspicious activity.
Why were Barry and Honey Sherman's children considered suspects?
Some family members, including Honey's sister Mary, were suspected due to financial motives, such as Mary allegedly expecting a $300 million inheritance and the children potentially benefiting from their parents' deaths.
What was the significance of the belts found around Barry and Honey Sherman's necks?
The belts were used to pose their bodies upright near the pool, but they were not the actual murder weapons. The actual ligature marks suggested a rope or similar item was used for strangulation.
How did Barry Sherman make his fortune?
Barry founded Apotex, a pharmaceutical company, and became a billionaire through aggressive business practices, including numerous lawsuits against competitors and the Canadian government.
What unusual detail about the Sherman home did the realtor Elise Stern notice during the showing?
Elise noticed life-sized human statues made entirely of garbage in the media room and a cracked open window in the media room, despite the freezing December weather.
Why did the police change their theory from murder-suicide to double homicide?
After a month, the police reconsidered their initial theory due to inconsistencies, such as the lack of a murder weapon and the meticulous posing of the bodies, which didn't align with a murder-suicide scenario.
What was the significance of the surveillance footage released by the police in 2021?
The footage showed a person of interest, likely with a military background, walking near the Sherman home on the night of their deaths, providing a crucial lead in the investigation.
Why was Barry Sherman's cousin, Carrie Winter, considered a suspect?
Carrie had a long-standing feud with Barry over the sale of Empire Labs, which Barry bought and later sold for profit. Carrie publicly expressed hatred for Barry and even claimed to have a plan to kill him.
- The Sherman's were found dead in their home pool room.
- The housekeeper and realtor noticed the unusual scene.
- The police were called and began an investigation.
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