Eric Richens
Mentioned in 6 analyzed podcast episodes across 5 shows
Deceased Utah businessman and victim in a high-profile murder case involving his wife, Corey Richens, who is accused of poisoning him with a lethal fentanyl dose in 2022. With a $4 million estate and no history of drug use, his death became the central focus of multiple true crime podcasts covering the subsequent trial. The case has drawn significant media attention due to the circumstances of his death and the defendant's background as a grief author.
Episode Appearances
20/20 · Mar 21, 2026
Murder She Wrote: The Kouri Richins Trial
“Victim; 39-year-old stone masonry business owner found dead from fentanyl overdose in March 2022”
Dateline NBC · Mar 5, 2026
Housekeeper testifies at Utah mom murder trial. Sister seeks answers in shootout. Plus, photo lineups.
“Deceased husband of Corey Richens; died from fentanyl overdose in March 2022”
Crime Stories with Nancy Grace · Feb 28, 2026
Step-Brother Charged in Anna Kepner Murder|Crime Alert Recap Saturday 02.28.2026
“Deceased victim whose death from fentanyl overdose is central to the Corey Richens trial”
MK True Crime · Feb 27, 2026
Key Witness Testifies in Richins Trial, Defense Loss in Robinson Case, Kohberger College Denies Wrongdoing, with Angenette Levy
“Victim who died from lethal fentanyl dose in 2022; had $4.5M in debt and hidden relationship with boyfriend”
Dateline NBC · Feb 26, 2026
A Utah grief author's murder trial. Eyewitness drama in Florida. Plus, Nancy Guthrie and Olivia Lone Bear.
“Deceased Utah businessman worth $4M estate; allegedly poisoned by wife Corey with fentanyl; had no history of drug use per family testimony”
Morning Wire · Feb 24, 2026
Evening Wire: Cartel Pressure Continues & Mamdani’s Shovel Struggles | 2.24.26
“Alleged victim poisoned by wife Corey with five times lethal dose of fentanyl in 2022”