Police haven't found the murder weapon or the clothes. Dr. John Hamilton placed the initial 911 call after his wife was strangled and beaten to death in Oklahoma on Valentine's Day 2001. . Oops, we were unable to send the email. His supporters, on the other hand, continue to believe he is innocent to this day. There was a detail that the witness wanted to talk about. 0 cemeteries found in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, USA. "She didn't know if she could get the trust back.". An important clue came in the card Susan had written to her husband, which had a handwritten note reading: "I bought my cards two weeks ago, so I guess maybe they don't seem as appropriate now. "He said, 'You know how Try again later. On this day, Valentine's Day, in 2001, abortionist John Baxter Hamilton bludgeoned his wife, Susan, to death in their Oklahoma home. Yeah, I'm going to hang up so I can continue. But from all appearances, she never got much of a chance to get ready -- when she was discovered, she was still undressed, her hair still wet. Hamilton, 62, was an Oklahoma City obstetrician, gynecologist and abortionist. John Hamilton, a prominent Oklahoma City gynecologist, has been in jail Dennis Murphy: You were starting to see her come around? The perpetrator then turned up the heat in the bathroom so the water in the shower would evaporate, he said. Dr. Hamilton had a more simple explanation for being late. I still had 15 or 20 minutes. John Hamilton: If Susan had scratched me wouldn't you assume that they would have found tissue, blood, DNA of some sort under her fingernails? But I didn't wanna believe that or give up. The stripper did it. Randy Scott: That would cause a suspicion for us to wonder why he's wanting to scrape his hands up. Hamilton (5 Jan 1946-14 Feb 2001), Find a Grave Memorial ID 80157405, citing Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Oklahoma City . neighbor. Just the week before Susan was murdered, this wanted poster had been left for Dr. Hamilton. been upset because she suspected her John Hamilton: I wanted EMT to be able to get in. It started out negative. Horton: Anybody that you ask, nobody that I know that knew John Hamilton would say that he had the capability of doing it. the victim told them the defendant smothered her. His attorneys have claimed that police had improper contact with Bevel, who is a former police officer, during the trial. Wes Lane, the prosecutor, was surprised to find he had an unpopular case on his hands. Foreman: We, the jury and panel, sworn in the above-entitled cause, do upon our oath sign as follows. Bevel and prosecutors have denied those allegations. And it was there they noticed something else odd. They had regularly scheduled luncheon dates and worked The doctor refuted the prosecution's case against him point by point. Dick Horton heard the story firsthand from the friend. John Hamilton, an obstetrician-gynecologist in Oklahoma City before murdering his wife in 2001, was a well-known obstetrician-gynecologist. Horton said. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. Oklahoma City police Sgt. Both had recently separated -- John from his first wife, and Susan from Dick Horton. On Feb. 14, 2001, he phoned 911 to report finding his wife in the master bathroom of their Quail Creek home. Prosecutors claim the defendant had fingernail scratches on one of his shoulders when he was arrested. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. He was banging his head into the screen. Have a good day. I think she became particularly alarmed when he didn't answer it. Khi gp Susan vo nm 1985, c hai ly hn v c 4 a con . The doctor's behavior in the minutes after finding Susan dead seemed "off.". His theory was that the stains on the shirt were left by the murder weapon as it came in contact with the garment. MSNBCW : January 8, 2022 2:00am-3:00am PST - Internet Archive OKLAHOMA CITY, January 8, 2002 (LSN.ca) - Abortionist John B. Hamilton, 53, was sentenced today to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the murder of his wife Susan on. But when the first responder -- firefighter David Bradbury-- arrived on the scene, he thought there was something odd about the way the doctor was performing chest compressions. She would've never hidden it in her underwear and all of a sudden the, you know, it just clicks that he's tryin' to make it look like a robbery. John Hamilton called his Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, USA. In this article, youll learn more about Susan Hamiltons murder. And we kissed. Testimony is expected to continue this morning before District Judge Ray Elliott. A very nice, innocent guy was facing a nightmare. They found a disturbing scene that didn't suit a moneyed neighborhood. Teresa Sterling: It was violent. He was sentenced to life without parole. "Ultimately, you take an oath to tell the truth and that overrides any allegiance I may have to any client," he said. A system error has occurred. There's no tracks that ran out through the creek bed and behind. Hamilton, 53, was taken into custody just over an hour after he called 911, saying his wife was "hurt" and "bleeding all over the place." Steve Jimerson: They all said he was just as normal and jovial as he always was. Aguirre, the topless dancer, But the expert looked at John's shoes -- the left one in particular -- and found that to be a different matter. The state of Oklahoma would charge Dr. John Hamilton with just loving his wife to death. And I don't think they-- believed it. or more times a day. Dr. John Hamilton, though, was ready to explain it all, and his version of the truth would be completely different than the prosecutor's. At trial, Lane told the jury that Dr. Hamilton started to clean up the scene, but was interrupted by the page from his clinic. Prosecutors said Hamilton changed clothes after killing his wife in the master bathroom. Let's put it this way, nothing that we could really present. But that Wednesday morning, John arrived home from the hospital, and found a horrific scene: Susan, lying beaten and strangled on their bathroom floor. He'd even mentored the blood expert used by the prosecution. In December 2001, ten months after the Valentine's Day killing of his wife, Susan, Dr. John Hamilton was being tried for her murder. Try again later. Even Susan's children were standing by their stepfather. Someone had to leave. In murder cases constructed on the interpretation of blood evidence, it's not unusual for juries to hear from dueling experts when they go to trial. The distraught doctor managed to give police an account of his movements that morning. Whoever this woman was, there were way too many calls to and from her. When the police in Farmington, New Mexico discover a broken window at a local head shop called The Eclectic, they expect to find evidence of a robbery. Her face savaged: almost unrecognizable. The couple had exotic vacations and a beautiful house, and after 14 years of marriage, friends and family say they were inseparable, and very much in love. That high society doctor was Dr. John Hamilton -- an OB/GYN who in addition to his regular practice, ran an abortion clinic -- a role that in conservative Oklahoma, would bring him some unwelcome notoriety. The doctor was still in shock, as the judge added his opinion. Investigators uncovered evidence that Susan had found records of dozens of calls from her husband's cellphone to a topless dancer, and prosecutors say Susan told friends she was thinking about asking John for a divorce. Shibley and Horton told the day. Family members linked to this person will appear here. The prosecutor tossed out an open-ended question: Wes Lane: Well, Mr. Bevel, is there anything that either the state's experts or the Oklahoma City Police Department missed in their examination of the evidence? . Bevel was the last witness in the trial, and from everything he testified to under the defense attorney's gentle questioning, he'd helped dr. Hamilton. Shouldn't the killer have left a trace? John Hamilton: Please, please, send police, please send an ambulance, please. They will bring them in here. The attacker poured cleaning solution in the drain in an attempt to prevent investigators finding blood in the shower, the investigator said. A crowd lined up to attend the proceedings -- loyal patients, former employees, and fellow physicians -- all standing behind the doctor. After 14 years of marriage, John Hamilton murdered his wife. All rights reserved. Every avenue was checked. AGE 40s John Hamilton Norman, OK View Full Report Used To Live In Relatives Measurements of the imprint match those of the holes in the victim's skull, the district attorney said. he was upset. Oklahoma abortionist charged with murdering wife - Voice For Life Dr. John Baxter Hamilton is on trial for killing his wife. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. Hamilton was wearing bloodstained clothing, but no shoes or necktie, while the victim had a necktie around her neck. What's more, only days before the murder, another anti-abortion group had applied for a permit to stage a protest in front of Hamiltons house. Mrs. Hamilton worked as a physician's assistant at her husband's abortion facility. We don't have a weapon. Was he, in fact, late -- they theorized -- because he was killing his wife during those moments then trying to figure out what to do next? Western leaders say the nation lacks credibility, Rishi Sunak leads minutes silence for Ukraine as Boris Johnson lights candle at poignant service, CVS eyes European expansion as vet groups profits boom. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. He had been up at dawn for a 7 am surgery at an outpatient clinic. What was that all about? Select the best result to find their address, phone number, relatives, and public records. What made John show his dark side? trips. But for John Hamilton, the fight wasn't over. Not necessarily a killer's shoe, countered the defense expert, but the shoe of Dr. Hamilton as he gave his wife CPR. sentenced to prison for life with or without the possibility of parole. Several witnesses have testified the couple were always together and frequently took On the steering wheel and driver's side seat and door sill, crime scene investigators recovered strands of susan's hair and a piece of her flesh. Spruill told jurors he believed the attack happened quickly and the victim fought to free the necktie from her neck. "There is physical evidence missing from this crime scene, Spruill said. "You have to with what has happened in this country.". And he was in there. Is it possible that here in conservative Oklahoma, she had been murdered by an anti-abortion zealot? Dr. Hamilton 911 call Doctor, slain wife argued about affair, police say - Evidence taken from home where woman's body found Doctor leaves jail for funeral - Obstetrician permitted to attend wife's services Doctor accused in wife's death to remain in jail Suspect loses bail appeal - Doctor charged in wife's death to remain in jail pending trial John Hamilton: Yes, I'm trying. "Someone said there is a fine line between love and hate, and that man crossed it," Lane said in his opening statement in the first-degree murder trial for Hamilton, an Oklahoma City gynecologist, obstetrician and abortionist. The expert, though, was certain that whoever was wearing that left shoe that day was present when Susan Hamilton was being bludgeoned to death. When Susan's ex-husband learned of her murder -- and the domestic melodrama about the cell phone log -- he thought he knew right away what had happened. It was never anywhere else. Tom Bevel: He jumped out of his loafer shoes, which would have reorientated them, and he jumped over to her side and knelt down to try and assist her and to do CPR. upset about the incident because Susan Hamilton thought A final report will not be completed for several weeks. their talk was somewhat unusual because it was something Wes Lane: Nothing. She denied having an affair or any type of personal relationship with the defendant. And I think she just wanted to have somebody to talk to. And as the detectives looked more closely into the doctor's timeline that morning, they saw a hole -- not a big one but maybe enough time to kill and get back. The doctor and his wife built an envious lifestyle for themselves. "She was really upset that he Now he would be able to tell his side of the story. One thing everyone who knew the couple -- including the neighbor -- seemed to agree on -- was that whoever Susan's killer was, it certainly was not John Hamilton. I was scared. And, but it also said something to the effect how much she loved me and our time together. But knew she wasn't one easily rattled or intimidated. Hamilton hired a new attorney, Rob Nigh, to appeal the verdict. There were things done that were dangerous. This is a carousel with slides. And Susan's getting ready you know, trying to get dressed. "He said he was wracking his 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events. Dennis Murphy, Dateline NBC: Who was she? 2023 www.oklahoman.com. The blood spatter expert on the stand -- on the payroll of the defense -- hesitated before answering. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. Is the Media Really Biased in Favor of Abortion? - Human Life International Susan, in particular, became entangled with neckties, resulting in a severe head injury. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. Bc s John Baxter Hamilton thnh ph v nh gia ca phu thut mang theo hoa v tm thip cho v, nhn ngy l tnh nhn 14/2/2001. Dennis Murphy: There were people that thought this guy was being sandbagged, railroaded. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? He and his wife, Susan, had met in 1985 at a friend's birthday party. If this is real-- if this blood splatter is real science then why should two prominent, national authorities disagree with the findings? Aguirre said he was calling her 10 or more times a day. (Oklahoma Department of Corrections) Dr. John Hamilton placed the. But beyond his professional accomplishments, little is known about his personal life, especially when it comes to his family. After all, only two people in the world knew what was really going on inside the Hamilton marriage. He was born on April 23, 1950 in Phenix City, Alabama. The judge ruled that he would not allow any testimony about threats the abortion doctor and his wife may have received. The-- they don't agree. And then there were these curious stains on the doctor's shirt -- the blood expert thought he saw a similarity between their angular shape, and the wound created on Susan's head. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? Hamilton, an obstetrician-gynecologist, started performing CPR and called 911. Aguirre said the defendant Aguirre testified You need a Find a Grave account to continue. By that afternoon, police had taken the doctor down to the station. Now, courtoom lawyers like to talk about Perry Mason moments when a trial is electrified by unexpected testimony, but it hardly ever happens. There was an error deleting this problem. (Oklahoma Department of Corrections) Dr. John Hamilton placed the initial 911 call after his wife was strangled and beaten to death in Oklahoma on Valentine's Day 2001. The cry for help comes from Oklahoma City's most exclusive neighborhood. would never do that,'" Horton I think that that just goes to I think probably in my heart I knew she was dead. Which means if John Hamilton didn't do it, you'd have to believe whoever did arrived right as he was leaving, or had been waiting inside all along. They do on Perry Mason, but they don't in the real world.". John Hamilton: Right. Her head bludgeoned, surrounded by a pool of blood. Hamilton maintained his innocence throughout his trial, which may have turned on dramatic testimony from the final witness in the case. When rescue workers arrived they found him hysterical and covered in his wife's blood. John Hamilton: His own expert is saying he's guilty. Please, hurry. Two years after their first date, they married at a local country club. the bathroom floor. was upset and denying he had In 1997, Mississippi abortion provider Dr. Malachy Dehenre shot and killed his wife in their . The victim told her daughter in their He wants everything in control in order. I mean, trying to set fire to his clinic. John Hamilton, who had spent every day since his wife's murder in a jail cell, would finally get a chance to testify about the last days of the marriage -- a story he also told to us. He was scraping his knuckles on the screen, mesh screen in the police car. Susan Johnston: I said, "Susan, I don't think it's true. Penn's varsity track team, 1905 Dr. John Baxter Taylor, 1908 . News network NBC did a Dateline episode about the case. Vandalizing his home. "I always took threats like that seriously," he said. As is routine in domestic murders, the detectives would take a look at the spouse -- John Hamilton, himself. By the time emergency workers arrived, it was clear that Susan Hamilton was dead. If convicted, he could be If convicted, he could be sentenced to life in prison with or without the possibility of parole. Dennis Murphy: And they thought they were very clever 'cause they took you, in effect, off the market. Tom Bevel: In my examination, I found additional blood that was not talked about anywhere, on the inside of the right cuff. said. Maybe he ends up terminating that to save his marriage. Hamilton had told the 911 operator he was performing CPR. He died in October 2021, according to information obtained from a different source. Vesta Hall: I have never, ever, one second, not one moment in time have I ever thought he was guilty. The other says, "It's his shirt that convicts him." We changed it to, instead, that-- Valentine's Day is a day to celebrate love. Drag images here or select from your computer for Susan Shibley Hamilton memorial. Here there might be a spark of life in your wife and you're giving her CPR, "Oh, I've gotta move the car.". Lane had questioned the other woman. Things weren't nearly as bad as they portrayed them to be. Learn more about merges. Wes Lane: It was huge. with John Hamilton. She said he paid her $100 and $80 for the dances that cost $20 each. John Hamilton: Yeah. How about a candlelit dinner and a champagne toast to love? Randy Scott: It indicated that she still felt something for John, but it just things weren't the same as they were gonna be. One unanswered question for investigators is how the killer got out of the house at 3056 Brush Creek Road without leaving a bloody trail. Vesta Hall: She was beautiful, vivacious, intelligent, just a really neat lady. Dick: Right. "Susan never said that to me. Thanks for your help! Melanie Martinez is a talented singer. This is the shirt.". If I really did it, if it would, if it would clear my conscience, but I didn't do it. pic.twitter.com/JX4vEnAq2O, Crimes with Christine (@CrimeswChris) March 25, 2021. Dennis Murphy: Until that Valentine Day morning, there was no-- no anger issues, no histories of this guy hit-- hittin' the switch and flipping out, and-. And in photos of the crime scene, the prosecutor pointed out for jurors something that needed explaining -- a wet rag left in the pool of blood from the victim's head. RealChoice: Valentine's Day Murder - Blogger "He tried to get the key in the ignition, but he couldn't because he was shaking so much," Martin said. When asked if there shouldn't have been a blood trail in the house if the defense theory is true, Spruill said: "I would expect that. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. Turn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? February 14th, 2001, would have been their fifteenth Valentine's Day together. Lane said a bloody imprint of what is believed to be the blunt instrument was discovered on the defendant's shirt. Susan's friend, for one, believed him, and encouraged Susan to do the same. Afterwards, the doctor decided to swing back home. Hamilton jury told of love, hate, death Stripper tells of dances; best Dennis Murphy: You thought that the second operation was gonna be backed up? There were no And, as expected, his take on the story told by the blood put his client, Dr. Hamilton, in a better light. Psycho For Love: John Hamilton killed his wife, Susan; Sentenced to He used to lavish his wife with expensive gifts and lavish vacations. Soon after their arrival, investigators started questioning Dr. John Hamilton himself. Susan, as it turns out, should also have left by 9:20, because she had a 9:30 meeting at a friend's house ten minutes away. without her knowledge. I had a million thoughts were running through my head. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Five Valentine's Day crimes of passion - news.yahoo.com Over the next few months, though, with the help of some unique forensic evidence, the D.A. Sorry! I mean, because it was out there in view, I guess. Daughter testifies slain woman was scared, upset - The Oklahoman He said he performed a surgery around 7 a.m., then came home to exchange Valentine's cards with his wife. Blood that then transferred from his hands and clothes to the car. The major one is that I've lost the love of my life. She had been strangled, and her face had been repeatedly The doctor stopped giving his wife cardiopulmonary resuscitation and went to move the car, but he was shaking so badly he couldn't get the key in the ignition, defense attorney Mack Martin said. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. Steve Jimerson: Susan's children, when it first happened, were calling me, trying to find if I had knew of any reason somebody or some person might have been there. We have set your language to We're going to vigorously, steadfastly and as carefully and conscientiously as possible defend this case to the very end. The killer, careful not to step in the blood, changed into clean clothes and concealed the bloody clothes in a plastic bag before carrying them out of the house, Spruill said. And why was it delayed? Failed to remove flower. And what do robbers take? It was a violent scene. John Hamilton, a prominent doctor in Oklahoma City, showered his wife with gifts, starting with a Porsche he gave her the day they married. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. together at the defendant's Just putting out brochures all over his neighborhood and his kids' school that, you know, said, "Wanted: Dead or Alive.". . Her husband, John Baxter Hamilton was convicted of murder, and is serving a life sentence. Five Valentine's Day crimes of passion | Fox News The Hamiltons did have enemies. Mack Martin: The focus was always on John. Ngy l tnh nhn nh mnh ca bc s ph sn "It tells a story. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. Dick Horton: I don't think there was any question she wore the pants. Then, Holly covers the case of Dr. John Hamilton who loved his wife Susan a little too much.
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