17 Riveting Moments from Kouri Richins’ Housekeeper in Murder Trial

Carmen Lober testified that she purchased fentanyl pills for Kouri Richins on multiple occasions. The first batch, 15-20 light green pills, was acquired from Robert Croier and, at Richins' instruction, Lober buried them in a fire pit at the Midway house. A subsequent purchase of 15-20 lighter blue pills was picked up by Kouri Richins directly from Lober's home.

Lober's testimony detailing the drug transactions, including the number and color of pills, and the specific instructions from Richins for hiding or delivery.

Lober stated that Kouri Richins specifically asked her for 'Michael Jackson stuff.' Lober, unsure of the meaning, Googled it and understood it to refer to propofol, the anesthetic that caused Michael Jackson's death. This request occurred around the time of the third drug buy from Robert Croier.

Lober's direct testimony about Richins' request and her subsequent Google search.

Lober testified that Kouri Richins paid her for drug purchases using both cash and, notably, a $1,300 check. This check payment occurred after Eric Richins' death, when Lober was asked to make another drug purchase. Lober deposited the check and kept some cash.

Lober's testimony about receiving cash and a $1,300 check from Richins for drug buys, with a copy of the check presented to the jury.

Lober admitted to submitting fraudulent community service letters to her drug court, which were signed by Kouri Richins. Lober stated she never performed the community service at 'Circle Ranch' as indicated on the letters, leading to her being jailed for a day and receiving more community hours.

Lober's confession about not performing community service and Kouri Richins signing the false letters.

The defense aggressively challenged Carmen Lober's credibility by highlighting her extensive history of drug abuse since sixth grade, multiple felony convictions for drug distribution, relapses while in drug court, and admissions of lying. They also pointed out her learning disability and memory issues, suggesting she was coached by prosecutors.

Cross-examination questions detailing Lober's drug history, criminal record, relapses, and admissions of lying ('It's what addicts do when you're using').

Lober received immunity from prosecution in four different jurisdictions (Summit, Salt Lake, Wasatch counties, and federal) for crimes related to the case, including drug distribution and possession of a firearm. The defense argued that this extensive immunity, which saved her from potential life sentences, was a powerful incentive for Lober to testify in a way that would 'ensure Corey gets convicted.'

Lober's confirmation of the four immunity grants and the detective's recorded statement that helping them was her only way to avoid seven years in prison.