Welcome to The Staircase Trial

The Michael Peterson case revolves around the 2001 death of his wife, Kathleen Peterson, who was found at the bottom of a staircase in their home. Initially thought to be an accidental fall, further investigation led authorities to suspect foul play. Peterson was charged with first-degree murder and convicted in 2003, largely due to blood evidence and inconsistencies in his story.

The case remains controversial, with many questioning Peterson’s guilt, especially given the theories about possible alternative explanations for Kathleen’s death.