Key Insights
Why was Lizzie Borden a primary suspect in her parents' murder?
Her inconsistent accounts of her whereabouts and her calm reaction to the murders raised suspicion.
Why did Lizzie burn a dress after the murders?
She claimed it was stained with paint, but the police suspected it might have been blood-stained.
Why was there reasonable doubt in Lizzie Borden's trial?
The evidence was circumstantial, with no murder weapon or blood evidence linking her to the crime.
Why did the jury find Lizzie Borden not guilty?
They struggled to believe a respectable woman could commit such a crime, and the evidence was not conclusive.
Why did Lizzie Borden become ostracized after her acquittal?
Despite her acquittal, the community believed she was guilty and shunned her.
Why did Emma and Lizzie Borden eventually stop living together?
They had a falling out over a party Lizzie hosted for an actress, leading Emma to leave and never return.
Why is the Lizzie Borden case still fascinating today?
Numerous theories and interpretations of her character and the crime keep the case intriguing.
Chapters
The episode introduces the infamous Lizzie Borden case, detailing the brutal murders of her parents and the subsequent trial where she was the primary suspect.
- Andrew and Abby Borden were murdered with repeated hatchet strikes.
- Lizzie Borden was the primary suspect but was acquitted due to lack of evidence.
- The case became a media sensation and has fascinated the public for over a century.
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