Husband Claims Wife With Postpartum Slit Her Throat In Shower
Sep 9, 2026 · 43m
Summary
Host Joseph Scott Morgan and guest Dave Mac analyze the case of Lindsay Barnett, whose husband Ted claimed she died by suicide in the shower. The hosts highlight forensic inconsistencies, including the lack of blood in the shower, defensive injuries on the victim, and a bloody mess in the bedroom that contradicts the husband's story. They also discuss Ted's suspicious behavior, such as his fresh injuries and an undisclosed relationship with another woman, which raised red flags for investigators.
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Intro: Investigating Sharp Force Injuries
Case Overview: Lindsay Barnett's Death
The Husband's Account and 911 Call
Forensic Distinction: Laceration vs. Incision
Scene Anomalies: Blood and Footprints
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Contradictions in the Husband's Story
Analysis of 'Dainty' Footprints
Blood Volume and Ambulation Capabilities
Defensive Injuries and Self-Harm Mechanics
The Weapon: Serrated Kitchen Knife
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Assessing the Neck Injury Dimensions
Police Interview and Fresh Wounds on Husband
The Girlfriend and Postpartum Claims
Lindsay's Background and Medication Records
Forensic Evidence: Nail Scraps and Conclusion
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