Murder, She Wrote season 7 episode 1 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In "Murder, She Wrote," Mrs. Fletcher faces a $50 million wrongful death lawsuit, filed by Geraldine Stone, who claims her father was wrongfully convicted due to Mrs. Fletcher's involvement in a past murder case. Key witness Angelo Vitello, suffering from health issues, now alleges he was bribed by Mrs. Fletcher to lie. Vitello's sudden death, suspected to be murder, complicates the case. Mrs. Fletcher confronts Geraldine and her boyfriend Justin Fields, uncovering their financial motive behind the lawsuit. Vitello's death is revealed to be a suicide, with a note confessing to lying about Mrs. Fletcher, leading to the lawsuit's dismissal.
Full Episode S07E01 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who accused Mrs. Fletcher of being responsible for a death?
Mr. Fields accused Mrs. Fletcher of causing his father's death due to her involvement in a past murder investigation.
What is the basis of Geraldine Stone's lawsuit against Mrs. Fletcher?
Geraldine Stone filed a $50 million wrongful death suit against Mrs. Fletcher, claiming her father was wrongfully convicted due to Mrs. Fletcher's involvement in the case.
Who is Angelo Vitello and why is he important?
Angelo Vitello was a key witness in the past case involving Mrs. Fletcher. He later claimed he was bribed by Mrs. Fletcher to lie under oath.
What health issues did Vitello face?
Vitello suffered from diabetes, cancer, and deteriorating health due to his treatment at work.
How did Angelo Vitello die?
Angelo Vitello died from a diabetic coma, which was suspected to be induced by an intruder using a syringe with dextrose.
Was Mrs. Fletcher suspected in Vitello's death?
Mrs. Fletcher was briefly suspected in Vitello's death but was cleared after an eyewitness failed to positively identify her.
What role did Miss Stephenson play in the Vitello case?
Miss Stephenson, a prosecutor, visited Vitello to discuss his deposition but denied any involvement in his death.
What was the purpose behind Geraldine Stone's lawsuit?
Geraldine Stone's lawsuit, influenced by Justin Fields, was an attempt to secure funding for Fields' restaurant.
How was it discovered that Vitello was bribed?
Police found $25,000 hidden in Vitello's house, indicating he was bribed to make false claims against Mrs. Fletcher.
What led to the lawsuit against Mrs. Fletcher being dropped?
The lawsuit was dropped following the discovery of Vitello's bribe and his suicide note, clearing Mrs. Fletcher of any wrongdoing.
