Day 4 PT 3 Michael Shaver Murder Trial: FL vs Laurie Shaver

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The **Laurie Shaver murder trial**, a case that unfolded over nearly a decade and gripped Florida with its chilling details:
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- **Victim**: Michael Shaver, 36, went missing in **November 2015**.
- **Discovery**: His remains were found in **March 2018**, buried under a **concrete slab and firepit** in the backyard of the couple’s Clermont home.

Charges and Trial
- **Defendant**: Laurie Shaver, his wife, was arrested in **September 2020** and charged with **second-degree murder** and **accessory after the fact**.
- **Verdict**: In **September 2024**, a jury found her **guilty of second-degree murder**, but **not guilty** of accessory after the fact.
- **Sentence**: She was sentenced to **life in prison**.

Key Evidence and Allegations
- Prosecutors said Laurie **shot Michael in the back of the head**, then buried him to cover up the crime.
- She allegedly **impersonated him online** to make it seem he was still alive.
- A cadaver dog alerted investigators to the burial site, leading to the discovery of human remains.

Defense Strategy
- Laurie’s defense claimed **her daughter**, then 7 years old, shot Michael during a violent episode to protect her mother.
- They also suggested **Laurie’s lover** may have been involved, though he denied any connection and was never charged.
- The defense argued Michael had subjected Laurie to **years of abuse**, which may have influenced the events leading to his death.

Broader Themes
This case touches on **domestic violence**, **family trauma**, and the **complexity of truth in abuse narratives**. The jury ultimately rejected the alternate theories and held Laurie accountable for the murder.

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