Poison For Profit
Poison For Profit by Mac McKinnon, published by Wild Horse Media Group LLC in 2023, delves into a chilling true crime case involving two elderly sisters in Llano, Texas, who die under suspicious circumstances. Initially attributed to old age, their deaths are later linked to Tim Scoggin and the use of poison. This book explores the groundbreaking legal implications of the case, particularly the innovative forensic techniques employed, including atomic testing of cremated ashes and hair samples, which set a significant precedent in the courtroom.
Readers will find a detailed account of the investigation and its impact on forensic science, as well as insights into the legal proceedings that followed. The narrative highlights the complexities of the case and the role of criminology in uncovering the truth behind these deaths. With a focus on history and social science, this edition, comprising 128 pages, provides a thorough examination of the events that led to Scoggin’s conviction and his ongoing imprisonment in Texas.
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GROUNDBREAKING!
Two elderly, wealthy spinster sisters in Llano, Texas, die within a day of each other, and it is chalked up to an unfortunate coincidence and old age. After all, they were seventy-five and eighty-three years old, respectively. One month later, an elderly man in San Angelo, Texas, 130 miles from Llano passes away, and it is attributed to old age and poor health. But there would prove to be a couple of common denominators, Tim Scoggin and poison.
This case proved to be ground-breaking in legal annals in the use of atomic testing of cremated ashes along with testing of hair for poison, setting a precedent for evidence in court.
Since that time, there have been several cases where this type of evidence has been used. It was featured on Forensic Files on Court TV, with McKinnon being interviewed along with several other individuals involved in the case.
Tim Scoggin remains in Texas prison. Prison officials say it is unlikely that he will ever be released. This is the story of how and why.
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