Cold Medicine Murder: The Case of Matthew and Lauren Phelps

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Hey y’all, it’s Julie Mattson, your host on Pushing Up Lilies. In this episode, I’m diving into the chilling case of Matthew Phelps, who was charged with murder on September 1st after allegedly stabbing his wife, Lauren Ashley-Nicole Phelps, to death. The shocking twist? He claimed that cold medicine caused him to commit this unspeakable act. Join me as I explore the details of this tragic crime, the bizarre defense put forward, and the investigation that followed. We’ll uncover how a seemingly ordinary medication became the focal point of one of the most unsettling cases in recent true crime history. Buckle up, because this deep dive into the “Cold Medicine Murder” is guaranteed to leave you with more questions than answers. * Listener discretion is advised.

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