Betty Broderick Case: Betrayal Leads to Murder, 1989, California
Relationship and Crime
Who could imagine that your ex-wife would get so jealous of your new marriage that she’d want to kill you? With cases like this, who can sleep soundly after a divorce? Betty Broderick and Dan Broderick’s marriage ended in a bitter divorce due to Dan’s infidelity. In 1989, Betty shot and killed Dan and his new wife, Linda, in their home. The contentious divorce and custody battles fueled Betty’s rage, leading to the tragic murders that shocked their community.
Legal Outcome
Betty was convicted of two counts of second-degree murder and sentenced to 32 years to life in prison. The case gained widespread media attention and was later dramatized in the TV series “Dirty John: The Betty Broderick Story,” highlighting the intense emotional and legal battles involved.
