The Peter Wlasiuk Case: Three Trials, Two Reversals, and Questions That Remain

In this episode of Wickedly Judged, we examine the case of Peter “Pete” Wlasiuk, convicted of murdering his wife, Patricia Wlasiuk, after her death at Guilford Lake in New York in April 2002.

What was initially reported as a tragic vehicle accident quickly became a homicide investigation. Prosecutors argued that Pete murdered Patricia and staged the scene to make her death appear accidental. Pete has maintained his innocence.

But Pete's case didn't end with one trial.

He was tried three times, and his first two convictions were overturned.

One of the most controversial pieces of evidence was Patricia's diary. Portions of her writings were admitted during Pete's first trial ...