Elusive murder suspect falls victim to detectives' chewing gum sting
Summary
Detective Susan Logothetti from Everett Police Department is investigating a cold case from 1984 involving the murder of Judy Weaver, a bar manager and mother. Judy was attacked and killed in her apartment, which was set on fire to hide evidence. The detective found physical clues that may help solve the case after many years.Key Facts
- Judy Weaver was a 42-year-old bar and cafe manager murdered in 1984.
- She was known for being tough and handling unruly bar patrons firmly.
- Judy was dating Bill Richards, owner of the bar where she worked, and they planned to marry.
- Her daughters say Bill was abusive to Judy, both emotionally and physically.
- On the night of June 1, 1984, Judy left the bar drunk and walked home.
- Someone followed Judy home and attacked her inside her apartment.
- The attacker set fire to Judy’s apartment, likely to destroy evidence of the crime.
- Detective Logothetti examined physical evidence such as bloodied pillowcases and clothes cut with a knife to find clues.
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