Maria Eugenia Muñoz’s journals uncover truth in husband’s shocking crime
In a stunning turn of events, Maria Eugenia Muñoz posthumously takes center stage in her own murder investigation, providing critical evidence that led to the conviction of her husband, Joel Pellot.
The tragic case unfolded in 2020 when police officer Gregorio De La Cruz responded to an emergency call to find Pellot, a nurse anesthetist, attempting CPR on Maria. As the officer took over, Pellot suggested Maria’s struggle with depression led to a potential overdose, presenting a medicine bottle as evidence.
However, it was Maria’s personal journals that proved to be the game-changer. The entries depicted a woman eager to move on from her marriage after discovering her husband’s two-year-long affair with a colleague. Notably, there were no indications of suicidal thoughts.
Despite Maria being declared dead from an apparent overdose, Officer De La Cruz sensed something amiss as Pellot, sweating profusely, raised suspicions. Detained for further investigation, evidence emerged— a syringe wrapper, a needle catheter, and the revelation of Pellot’s secret relationship with a colleague.
Contrary to initial beliefs, toxicology reports revealed multiple drug toxicity, including propofol, a substance accessible to a nurse. An autopsy dispelled the notion of suicide, with a small red mark on Maria’s elbow raising concerns.
The prosecution argued that Pellot, amidst marital discord, slipped a substance into Maria’s drink before administering the fatal dose of propofol by injection. Crucially, Maria’s diaries became instrumental in refuting any suicidal intentions.
Text messages exchanged just days before the tragedy unveiled plans for a divorce, with Pellot attempting to dissuade legal intervention due to financial concerns. The scheduled meeting for a discussion turned tragic, leading to Maria’s untimely demise.
Pellot’s conviction for murder was a direct result of the compelling evidence presented in court. The life sentence serves as justice for Maria, whose own words from beyond the grave played a pivotal role in unravelling the chilling crime.
