Becky Schwartz wouldn't speak with "48 Hours." However, the two had already been seeing each other and were even engaged to be married. Dana says she and others believe Becky had to be involved in Dr. Schwartz's murder: Dana Nichols: The only thing I can think is that she shot him first. Largo Police announced Emirjoni "Lola" Como Stragajs arrest Thursday. So, if youre wondering what happened, weve got you covered. "Other accounts in only her name. A hold is also been placed on her by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency. Cloudflare Ray ID: 7a159b8aee1210a8 ", And strangely, Becky never wanted a memorial service. The trial ended up painting Schwartz as an extremely manipulative individual, causing the jury to feel sympathy for Bigger. That's why I'm here," he said of being incarcerated. "I didn't even know about it until after his death.". "As I read these stories, you know, he didn't want to give 'em his money," Cecil explained. A prominent biophysicist, he had been stabbed multiple times with a 2-foot-long sword. Robert Schwartz Murder Case Where is Clara Schwartz Now? In one of the messages, she said that if Kyle committed the murder, she didnt want it to be traced back to her. Dr. Schwartz was a well-known DNA sequencing researcher. Can you go and grab my bag, please? WebOn December 8, 2001, Robert Schwartz was stabbed to death with a sword at his Leesburg, Virginia farmhouse. "What I want more than anything is for justice to be served. Chances are its in Pasadena, 12 reasons why Sycamore Avenue is L.A.s coolest new hangout, Sirhan Sirhan, convicted of killing Robert F. 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Khan practiced as an orthopedic surgeon at Owaisi hospital and had experience of The events surrounding the 2004 murder were broadcast on the Investigation Discovery series Solved in October 2008. "Money. [24][25] Another inmate was convicted of aggravated assault for beating up Schwartz. "I believe that both Leo Stragaj and Rebecca Schwartz were involved in his murder and caused his death on that date," said Carter Schwartz. He is obsessed with movies, comic books, and television shows, and he spends much too much money on collectibles. Van Sant asked. "I don't think he was a badass kid at all. She's about five standard deviations off the left side," said Patton. [7] Schwartz initially pleaded guilty to the drug charges in 2003; however, the plea was withdrawn in early 2004. "It happened the day before Thanksgiving of 1961, November" said Phillip Dyer. Wil Florin: You were present, were you not, in the home at the time of Dr. Schwartz's murder and took part in the murder of Dr. Schwartz, did you not? But as for Dr. Schwartz's dark past. And -- you know, and then I think she was gone after she drank the beer. WebAt around 11pm on October 5, 2004, a cleaning crew discovered Stidhams body inside his vehicle that was parked in the parking lot of the North First Medical Plaza in Tucson, A Loudoun County Circuit Court jury deliberated four hours before returning its verdict against Clara Jane Schwartz, 20. "'And if you say anything, you're never gonna see a house or you're never gonna see a penny,'" said Stragaj. In September 2003, he was sentenced to life behind bars. He, along with attorney Brick Storts, attempted to sue the state of Arizona for $750,000. Schwartz had recruited Dyer to drive him to and from the dentist's office. And he says the only reason he was in the house that morning was because Becky Schwartz sent him there. "Yeah, a large kitchen knife," Stragaj affirmed. I get permits. "She's just trying to lay low and find a path.". I don't know how, but I know one of the two of them or both are involved,'" Carter told Van Sant. And that became a problem for Carter. So I bought it at the auction," he said. Only later did I find out she held a private funeral or service, if you would, at -- at the house to which I was not invited," said Carter. "My life pretty much changed on January second, when my husband got out of the shower and said he was leaving me," Meredith said. Clara had spent a lot of time talking about how her father, Robert, was an abusive man who tried to kill her by poisoning her meals. [5] Schwartz and Goldberg were eating at a Thai restaurant in Tucson shortly after the murder occurred. [22] Bruce Bigger's attorneys felt that the trial should have been moved out of Pima County due to the publicity the case received. I think he did everything he could to pay back society," he said. Stragaj also claims she threatened him. [8] Early on, Storts suggested that the attorney-client relationship between Schwartz and Lopez precluded the case from going to trial. You're not alone", "Conviction upheld in Tucson doctor's slaying", "Schwartz cites prison assaults, sues state", "Inmate Schwartz files claim vs. state, citing four beatings", "Ex-county prosecutor disbarred by state Supreme Court", Bradley Schwart's profile at the Arizona Department of Corrections, Bruce Bigger's profile at the Arizona Department of Corrections, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Murder_of_Brian_Stidham&oldid=1141816162, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 26 February 2023, at 23:39. Money. Their trials are set for early next year. The authorities believed Robert was killed about two days before being found. Millions and millions of dollars worth of money," said Becky's attorney, Denis deVlaming. She had nothing to do with the murder itself," said deVlaming. [4][20] Bigger had previously been convicted of criminal recklessness, check deception, and possession of marijuana in LaPorte, Indiana and was a fugitive from that state. [5], Bradley Alan Schwartz was born January 14, 1965[10] in Brooklyn, New York to Henry and Lois Schwartz. "Is she worried or afraid that she'll be arrested for the murder of her husband? Stragaj says he worked on all the Schwartz's homes, including the mansion they lived in. [5] The couple subsequently had three children. First published on July 29, 2017 / 11:25 PM. No trial date has been set for Leo Tragaj's murder trial. Back then, Dyer was 20 years old, a former high school football star and a buddy of Steven Schwartz. "But is the suggestion -- the possibility that Rebecca Schwartz may have said to him, 'If you don't transfer everything in the estate over to me, I will make this deep dark secret public. "Steve was your classic gentle giant a guy who had the heart of a bear," Dr. Patton said. The Perfect Murder: The Devil Made Me Do It, a documentary produced by Investigation Discovery, focuses on how the police narrowed down four suspects, one of them was Roberts daughter. "If she knew -- which I have every reason to believe she did -- that's entirely possible that was something used against him," Carter acknowledged. 48 Hours: Who Was Susan Bermans Mob Boss Father? (She does not face any charges regarding the murder of her husband.). 2023 Cinemaholic Inc. All rights reserved. "Dad was always a role model to me and what I've always told everyone, 'If I could be half the physician he was, that would be a successful life," Carter Schwartz told "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant. Booking photos courtesy of the Pinellas County Jail. Her boat's name is 'Exit Strategy'?'" Clara allegedly used Kyle to do her will, according to the prosecution. Its hard enough it was my father, but on top of that to have my sister committing such a horrible crime. In February 2003, then 20 years old, Clara was sentenced to serve 48 years behind bars. "Rebecca Schwartz is a victim, just like her husband. Stickers Available To Alert Responders To People With Special Needs, Pinellas African American Heritage Celebration Set For Feb. 25, An Amazingly Kind Soul: FL Star Student, Ross Hosts Fundraiser For Boys & Girls Club, Social Security Seminar at Countryside Recreation Center, Taxes in Retirement Seminar at Largo Community Center, Shen Yun Classical Dance with Live Orchestra, Proven Strategies for the Care of Aging People, FL Democratic Party Would Be Eliminated Under Proposed Law, Extorting Nude Photos From Minor Leads to 19-Year-Old's Arrest: Police, 2023 Hurricane, Tropical Storm Names Released For Atlantic Season, FL Man AKA Sedition Panda Charged In Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol Breach: DOJ. And remember, Becky claimed her Florida house had been burglarized. While Patrick never went through with it, she soon found Kyle Hulbert, a man with a history of mental illness, to help her with the plan. The 81-year-old victim, an email from police said, gave Lola Stragaj power of attorney over her estate and then added her into her will. "It's hogwash. Robert Schwartzs tragic death was the consequence of a well-planned murder attempt. "Quite a life," Van Sant remarked. "she didn't have five children.". To request removal of your name from an arrest report, submit these required items to arrestreports@patch.com. Furthermore, deVlaming says, Stragaj's story of being in the house to retrieve Becky's purse makes no sense. WebBut all that family turmoil was hidden, and to most who knew him, Dr. Schwartz seemed to have a beautiful life until the evening of May 28, 2014, when Becky Schwartz came home "He lied to the police. But they then began to focus on the Schwartz's longtime employee and contractor, Anton Leo Stragaj. "Basically, 'if you get better, call me. "Oh, I imagine he had maybe $1,000 or more at the time on him," Cecil said. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. "Drinking the beer at 9:00 a.m. definitely not something". "When you heard the news that your father had killed a man, how shocking was that for you?" They also had witnesses testify about how she discussed the money she would get if Robert died. Patrick Olive and April Cox say that around 9 a.m., Becky unexpectedly showed up at their house. At the time of the incident, she was a computer science major at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia. But her attorneys make the case that she is innocent, and Leo Stragaj had a strong motive to kill Dr. Schwartz alone. -- that we've ever seen," Cox continued. What individual would tell somebody that could turn them in, to go pick up the murder weapon that could be turned into the police to get your DNA, (laughs) your fingerprints? He was living in a rural farmhouse outside of Leesburg, Virginia, at the time of the incident. Becky had two sons from her previous marriages, including Ben. WebWho Killed Robert Schwartz? [9] The trial officially ended on May 2, 2006. "All of those are false. I'm not sure why," he replied. Robert Schwartz, 57, was found dead in his home Dec. 12. JANGAON : The family of the first-year post-graduate student Dr Dharawath Preethi on Monday alleged that she was in fact murdered in cold blood. He was taken away with such haste that his shirt was on backwards. Michele, her sister, said in court, Its been nothing but a nightmare since the first day I found out. Their daughter, Catherine Elizabeth, was born later in Tucson in 2003. While Dyer walked away from his car, Schwartz went ahead with his plan. So, lets find out what happened to her then, shall we? Pima County paid the entire amount on behalf of Paul Skitzki. "Every single night, seven days a week, we were together.". [4] Differing reports say his body was found by either a cleaning crew[5] or Christine Rotella, a massage therapist who had returned to the medical plaza to retrieve her forgotten engagement ring. "I thought truly we had found a great friend. Becky was convicted of embezzling from Mothers Against Drunk Driving -- more than $12,000, she used to buy a car and a boat for herself. Hulbert and Michael P. Pfohl, who is accused of driving Hulbert to the Schwartz house, each is charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy. "I know it was bad. '", Carter also struggled with Becky. Your own children will learn that you are a murderer,'" Van Sant asked Florin. "That's like stealing money out of the donation tray at church," Dr. Patton remarked. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. They started with his family, and Clara Schwartz, his youngest daughter, was discovered quickly. When Kyle was apprehended, he gave a complete confession to the police, claiming that he killed Clara because he believed Robert was abusing her. But Becky is not saying anything. Welcome.' WebOur Office. [28] Although the original case sought $20 million in a claim against the county, Mrs. Stidham settled for $2.29 million in 2007. According to Patrick, Clara asked him to kill Old Guy, and he initially thought it was only game-related. Where did it go?" Is-- is this -- drink talk and not -- what was that?' While in Dallas, he met and began dating his neighbor, Daphne Herding,[5] whom he eventually married in a garden ceremony in 1997. Prosecutor Owen Basham urged the jury Tuesday to recommend a stiff sentence. Victim Brian Stidham left behind More than three years have passed since Dr. Schwartz's murder, and Becky Schwartz splits her time between Florida and Wisconsin. It was a horrific incident. "Rebecca Schwartz," Stragaj said. What Happened In Celina Petersen South Park Murder Case? Van Sant asked. At the time, Clara was friends with Katherine, and Katherines boyfriend, Michael Pfohl. [3] Earlier in the day, But the hard drive had been removed. But her one-time friends, April Cox and Patrick Olive, who helped her manage the Schwartz properties, say Becky could also be a tough cookie. And as time went on, Meredith felt Becky was becoming a little too close to her own husband. I admit I was there, but I didn't kill Dr. Schwartz," he said. And, deVlaming says, Sragaj is a large man capable of physical force, unlike Becky. Minutes later Schwartz, driving the car, pulled up to Dyer on the street. IDs The Murder Tapes Help 712 Ive Been Shot Christopher Hoefling Murder. Patrick stated that he met Clara in June 2001 at a festival in Leesburg, Virginia. Lafferty also brought up the fact that Schwartz harbored a well-known grudge against Stidham. So I had no hate for him. But he was very good at his job, and paid more than $100,000 a year by Dr. Schwartz. The nature of the crime shocked many, and the murder weapon was believed to be a 27-inch sword. When police arrived at his apartment, he was found naked with a woman. He never mentioned anything -- anything in his statement to the police about Rebecca Schwartz being in any way responsible for the death of her husband," said DeVlaming. WebDr. Three days after Meredith says Becky's lying was soon followed by betrayal. I don't understand what's changed, what happened,'" she said. Friends said Schwartz's wife died of cancer several years ago and their three children are away at college. This looks bad," Van Sant pointed out. "Here's another quote from the report," Van Sant said to Stragaj. "Was there blood on the knife?" Kyle, who was 18 at the time, had a history of mental illness and had previously spent time in psychiatric facilities. Becky's son, Ben, had ongoing drug issues, according to Carter. During questioning, Clara initially claimed she thought Kyle was joking when he talked about killing Robert. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Investigators later learned that Michael, then 21, and Katherine, then 19, drove Kyle to Roberts house on December 8, 2001. Three days after [3][5] Stidham began attending Harvard Medical School in 1990 and graduated in 1993. Van Sant asked. And I looked at that and I looked at my husband and I said, 'Isn't that weird? [12] This occurred shortly after the Arizona Medical Board had reinstated Schwartz's license in August 2003. Flick, a reporter who covered the case for the Tucson Citizen, wrote a best-selling, true-crime book published in 2018 titled "Toxic Rage: A Tale of Murder in Tucson" (WildBlue Press). Within a day or so after Robert was located, Claras friend, Katherine Inglis, claimed Clara was involved with her fathers murder. "And why in the world would she want her husband dead?" When I go grab it, I found dead body," Stragaj replied. "The person that benefitted was Becky Schwartz and the people that she deems worthy of giving away Dr. Schwartz's money to. I'm sure she planned it for a long time.". "What is the most important thing to Becky Schwartz?" you're not gonna get my money.'". Patrick House, a former boyfriend, testified Oct. 8 that he and Schwartz were the primary characters in an elaborate role-playing game she invented called Underworld. Clara had pointed him to a chapter in a book about herbal poisons, wanting to make Roberts death look natural. Ten months after the murder Leo Stragaj was arrested, but police kept looking for evidence. Van Sant asked. One year later when his contract expired, the group sued him for violating a restrictive covenant when he opened his own practice less than 200 yards away. But all that family turmoil was hidden, and to most who knew him, Dr. Schwartz seemed to have a beautiful life until the evening of May 28, 2014, when Becky Schwartz came home and discovered her home in disarray. I think now I can relate to what they mean by that -- just a feeling of helplessness," Carter replied. "I know. I want the people responsible for this to be held both criminally and civilly liable," Carter Schwartz said. Money. Schwartz had Carter and two other children from his previous relationships. "money was her way of connecting.". So who killed Dr. Schwartz? That's one of many unanswered questions. "Did you remove the hard drive from that security camera" Van Sant asked. A Loudoun County A former college student was found guilty Tuesday of first-degree murder for enlisting a friend to kill her scientist father with a sword. "I think I was preyed on by the most calculated, malicious, vindictive, pathological liar of a woman I have ever met in my entire life," she said. But the robbery of Dr. Cook went terribly wrong. WebContact Dr. Robert G. Schwartz, MD, for an appointment. 48 Hours airs Fridays at 9pm and 10pm on CBS. Tom Roebig, Carter Schwartz' attorney, reasoned. "I wasn't there when he did it, but I can't imagine why, having sober judgment, anyone would do that.". Their stepmother also embezzled "Can't make this stuff up can you? "She's got something to hide. "she asked me to find someone to kill Dr. "Here's a guy who's been shot, strangled, blood -- why would you touch him at all to begin with? "All these things that we're talking about would never have come to light if it wasn't for money. "And why would she want you dead?" I mean, I don't think any of us were, really," said Dyer. The 37-year-old was arrested in March 2015 on first-degree murder charges in connection with Schwartzs murder. Police aren't talking because the case is still open. "Yeah, that was definitely not normal," said Olive. " His friend and medical partner, Dr. Robert Patton, admired him greatly. [14] Schwartz also wrote prescriptions to his office manager, Laurie Espinoza, who would retrieve the medication and give it to Schwartz. Schwartz introduced him to Goldberg as "Bruce. She settled that suit for an undisclosed amount. Police say Lola Stragaj, 38, was brought into custody on Wednesday following an investigation into the possible exploitation of an elderly woman. Because the jury could not make a decision on the first-degree murder charge, Schwartz would have been eligible for parole after serving 25 years (in 2029). In December 2001, however, tragedy befell the Schwartz family. The police talked to Leo Stragaj. A sample of DNA linked to Bigger was found on the radio knob of Stidham's car. "I said to them, 'Please, do not overlook anyone in this family just because they're related.". 13400 E. 15 Mile Rd Sterling Heights, Michigan 48312 USA. WebIn 1961, 21-year-old Steven Schwartz robbed and murdered a dentist in Hobbs, New Mexico. Clara was the youngest of Roberts three children; she had an older brother and sister. But sadly, I don't think anyone matters to her but herself.". A year later he switched to ophthalmology. "Did you get along with her children?" In this small town where everybody knew everybody, Dr. Cook was known to carry large amounts of cash. "I think most of us that were involved, that it was a horrendous, despicable and deplorable act," said Dyer. "My client is five foot three. "She is clearly a sociopath, without a doubt," said Dr. Patton. And when you were interviewed by investigators, you lied to them. The murder? A pre-trial hearing in Anton Stragajs case is set for Jan. 12, 2017, according to Pinellas County court records. The nature of the phone discussions had changed over the course of the night. Samuel Booth Murder Case Where Is James Thomas Wood today? You know, everything was just over the top with her," said April Cox. Stragaj is also believed to have moved the victim's money to new accounts and is suspected of spending the victims money on herself, filing fraudulent tax returns in the victim's name, as well as pawning and selling the victim's deceased husband's jewelry, the email said. She planned it. Patrick further stated that Clara showed him her journal entries where she talked about Roberts alleged abuse and attempts to poison her. "Said, 'No, you'll have to shoot me. "[3] Conflicting reports suggest that Schwartz had either met Bigger at Narcotics Anonymous or at his medical practice. [3] Earlier in the day, Schwartz had engaged in a series of phone calls with Ronald Bruce Bigger. Loudoun County on Dec. 8, 2001, and Robert M. '", "Becky has lied about her children," Meredith said. She's in a new state starting a new life with a new man. A year after Dr. Steven Schwartz was found shot stabbed and strangled in his waterfront mansion, Leo Stragaj sits in jail. That's when his DNA got there. Text (586) 939 -1122. "My theory is that Dr. Schwartz was gonna retire. After months of testing, investigators made a damning discovery: Stragaj's DNA was on several parts of Dr. Schwartz's clothing. "[15] Under the terms of the probation, Schwartz was barred from writing prescriptions for narcotics, required to check in with the board each day, and subject to random drug tests. [6], Because of the indictment, Schwartz lost his medical license[3] and entered into rehab. "I never saw Becky grieving for her husband or her loss," said Meredith. I mean -- he was intelligent. 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