[24][25] Another inmate was convicted of aggravated assault for beating up Schwartz. Robert has an X engraved on his back after being stabbed and slashed more than thirty times. [3][7], On the night of the murder, Schwartz was with Lisa Goldberg, a girlfriend he had recently begun seeing after meeting her on an online dating service. Van Sant asked Carter Schwartz. The case alleged that the parties involved could have helped prevent Brian Stidham's murder. "He was beloved in many ways, was he not?" Prosecutor Owen Basham urged the jury Tuesday to recommend a stiff sentence. By Express News Service. He was eventually convicted and sentenced to 25 years to life in prison for conspiracy to murder Stidham. I think that that cloud is always there that they may arrest her," attorney Kym Rivellini said. "And siphoned to where? [3] Earlier in the day, [5] He was killed in his 1992 white Lexus SC400[19] and dragged from his car to make it look like a robbery. She settled that suit for an undisclosed amount. And to this day, Cecil has the gun Schwartz used to murder Dr. Cook. Dana Nichols: Just me knowing her and things that she's done before. A neighbour stopped by Roberts house on December 10 to see if he was okay because he hadnt turned up for work. And that he was the killer," said deVlaming. Stragaj says his DNA must have gotten on Schwartz's clothing when he checked the body. "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. They looked into his family first and soon learned of his youngest daughter, Clara. "She's got something to hide. [20], Bigger's trial took place from March 14, 2007, to May 16, 2007. you're not gonna get my money.'". The car was later found at an apartment complex over six miles away. WebOur Office. But later, she changed her mind, saying, I want to go straight. WebThe incident appeared to be targeted, according to investigators. 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. That's one of many unanswered questions. [3], On October 15, police captured Bigger who was hiding just outside Tucson. And she said, 'You know why I did it,'" said Stragaj. "money was her way of connecting.". [5] Schwartz and Goldberg were eating at a Thai restaurant in Tucson shortly after the murder occurred. And she was rubbing her hair. [23], Schwartz has repeatedly made headlines since his imprisonment. But Schwartz never did take care of it. [9] The trial officially ended on May 2, 2006. Schwartz, a prominent local nephrologist, was found dead in Van Sant asked Carter Schwartz. "That Leo Stragaj was there at the time of murder. "I think most of us that were involved, that it was a horrendous, despicable and deplorable act," said Dyer. Although she was instructed not to discuss their interview with Schwartz, she told Schwartz about the investigation and interview within the following 24 hours. Wreck Season 1 Ending Explained -Ryan J. "I said, 'What did you do,' right away. Defense attorneys said they would appeal, arguing that the jury did not spend enough time going through the evidence. "I figure that's why Schwartz went there, to rob him.". [7][12] A Phoenix-based ophthalmology group had hired Schwartz to open an office in Tucson. That's why I'm here," he said of being incarcerated. Can you go and grab my bag, please? The 37-year-old was arrested in March 2015 on first-degree murder charges in connection with Schwartzs murder. [26], Brian Stidham's widow, Daphne Stidham, filed a wrongful death suit in 2005 against the medical complex where her husband was murdered, alleging that the conditions at the complex aided the killer. She -- she staged this. Chances are its in Pasadena, 12 reasons why Sycamore Avenue is L.A.s coolest new hangout, Sirhan Sirhan, convicted of killing Robert F. Kennedy, denied parole by California board, Many still stranded in San Bernardino Mountains as snow blocks roads, threatens roofs, Suspected shooter in attacks on Jewish men was on FBIs radar, LAPD chief says, Caregiver accused in Manhattan Beach child sexual abuse case believed to be in Philippines, Woman arrested in stabbing death of her mother at their Lake Forest home. He had been strangled, shot and stabbed. "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 was the youngest of Roberts three children; she had an older brother and sister. "She is clearly a sociopath, without a doubt," said Dr. Patton. The police talked to Leo Stragaj. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, Before and after photos from space show storms effect on California reservoirs, Dramatic before and after photos from space show epic snow blanketing SoCal mountains, The chance of a lifetime: Five friends ski the tallest mountain in Los Angeles, Shocking, impossible gas bills push restaurants to the brink of closures, Review: A reimagined Secret Garden fails to flower anew at the Ahmanson Theatre, A $150,000 executive protection dog? "Early on, I didn't like dislike 'em, but that faded pretty quickly," he replied. Contact Dr. Robert G. Schwartz, MD, for an appointment. The sudden murder of a prominent scientist at his secluded farmhouse led the authorities on a complex murder investigation. I mean -- he was intelligent. [9] In September 2002, a grand jury issued a 77-count indictment on charges related to Schwartz writing Vicodin and Ritalin prescriptions for two patients (Lopez and Espinoza) who returned the drugs to him for his own use. '", "Becky has lied about her children," Meredith said. [2] Bradley Alan Schwartz, also a pediatric ophthalmologist, and Ronald Bruce Bigger, a hit man, were arrested and convicted for the murder. I don't know how, but I know one of the two of them or both are involved,'" Carter told Van Sant. Becky Schwartz: I reassert my rights under Article I Section 9 of the Florida Constitution. Schwartz, the shooter, spent nine years in prison. However, the two had already been seeing each other and were even engaged to be married. There's speculation that she wanted her husband dead so she could collect on his many millions," Van Sant noted. 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. "He was just a good dentist and a good -- become a good friend,' Cecil continued. A pre-trial hearing in Anton Stragajs case is set for Jan. 12, 2017, according to Pinellas County court records. Loudoun County on Dec. 8, 2001, and Robert M. And her son goes, 'Mom, are you crazy? Bigger reportedly met up with the two at the restaurant. 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. Katherine received a one-year prison sentence after being convicted guilty of a murder conspiracy. Youve been asked to look at the photographs and look at the ugly, savage way Dr. Schwartz was killed in his own home, Basham said. And big money. The two sides settled out of court with the Phoenix group characterizing his behavior as "obscene, abusive, and belligerent. Lourdes Lopez, Barbara LaWall, and Pima County were dismissed from the suit as part of the settlement. [3] Earlier in the day, Schwartz had engaged in a series of phone calls with Ronald Bruce Bigger. "I kept telling him -- I said, 'it's like you've checked out of our marriage and I don't understand. "I'm so sorry I didn't call the police. Kyle later indicated that after Clara informed him of the situation, he felt compelled to take action. In my heart of hearts, I knew that [Kyle] was going there to kill [my father]. At Claras trial in October 2002, the defense claimed Kyle was not supposed to take Claras words literally because they were part of the game. [27], According to Bonnie Booth of the American Medical News, the rarity of physician-on-physician crime was the likely reason that the trial drew so much media attention. Robert Schwartz, 57, was found dead in his home Dec. 12. [6], Because of the indictment, Schwartz lost his medical license[3] and entered into rehab. Even as a young child, I could see she wasn't there because she loved him," he said. "A grieving widow is standing on a doorstep of the police department every morning, saying, 'Have you made any progress finding out who violently shot strangled and stabbed my husband?'" The wrongful death lawsuit claims their stepmother and Stragaj conspired to murder Schwartz, whose estate is worth at least $10 million, for financial gain. The lawsuit also claims that Becky Schwartz was embezzling funds from her husbands medical practice. The authorities discovered instant messages between Clara and Kyle on her computer that discussed killing Robert. Carter says she bought them houses, cars, clothing, and jewelry for herself. "I never saw Becky grieving for her husband or her loss," said Meredith. "Was there blood on the knife?" "Said, 'No, you'll have to shoot me. "Kitchen knife.". She set me up. "There's always that possibility," said deVlaming. 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. "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. He also noted that his vision had been permanently damaged. According to Leo Stragaj, Becky even wanted Carter out of the picture. All-- those statements are false," deVlaming told Van Sant. "Was there money involved in this? The murder? [3], Prosecuting attorney Sylvia Lafferty pointed to Schwartz's cell phone records, which showed that he received calls from a payphone at a Denny's across the street from Stidham's office. A hold is also been placed on her by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency. [27] Mrs. Stidham also filed a suit in August 2005 against Pima County, Lourdes Lopez, Paul Skitzki, and county attorney Barbara LaWall. Dyer wasn't even sure Schwartz was really going go through with it, until he pulled out a gun. That," he replied. "I know I went down and grabbed him and shook 'Hey Dr. Schwartz, you OK?'". 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