Michelle Troconis, convicted of helping her boyfriend Fotis Dulos murder his estranged wife, was charged with conspiracy to commit murder, tampering with physical evidence, and hindering prosecution. Prosecutors presented evidence during her trial to show that Troconis hated Jennifer Dulos and assisted in planning the murder, destroying evidence, and creating an alibi for Fotis Dulos. The story began when Jennifer Dulos was reported missing on May 24, 2019, and police quickly realized that she would not have willingly left her children.
Investigators found blood in Jennifer Dulos’ garage, indicating a violent struggle had taken place. Further evidence, including bloody zip ties and clothing, was discovered in garbage bags discarded by Fotis Dulos, suggesting that he was involved in the murder. Fotis Dulos and Jennifer Dulos were in the midst of a contentious divorce and custody battle at the time of her disappearance, with Fotis Dulos showing little concern for his missing wife. Additionally, Fotis Dulos had a new girlfriend, Michelle Troconis, who allegedly assisted him in disposing of incriminating evidence.
Surveillance footage showed Fotis Dulos discarding bags at various locations, with Troconis seen in one video reaching towards the sidewalk. Detectives believed that the bags contained evidence related to Jennifer Dulos’ murder, and further investigation revealed that the items inside matched Jennifer Dulos’ DNA. Prosecutors alleged that Troconis helped Fotis Dulos create an alibi and dispose of evidence, leading to her being charged with conspiracy to commit murder.
During the trial, prosecutors presented evidence through surveillance videos and witness testimonies, painting a picture of the events leading up to Jennifer Dulos’ disappearance. They alleged that Fotis Dulos had committed the murder, with Troconis assisting him in covering up the crime. Troconis denied any involvement in the murder plot, claiming that she was unaware of Fotis Dulos’ actions. However, prosecutors argued that the evidence pointed to her complicity in the crime.
After six weeks of testimony, the jury found Troconis guilty of conspiracy to commit murder. Despite her family’s insistence on her innocence, the verdict stood. Jennifer Dulos remains missing, and her close friend expressed the pain of not knowing where she is. As the fifth anniversary of Jennifer Dulos’ disappearance approaches, the case serves as a reminder of the tragic consequences of the breakdown of a marriage and the lengths to which people may go to hide their crimes.
