Who Is To Blame For Mary Lou Morris's Death?

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In Houston, Texas, 48-year-old Mary Lou Morris, was found burnt to death in her car only three miles away from her home. Mary’s husband, Jay Morris, had not been able to reach her all day since she left for work earlier that morning. Jay soon found Mary had not made it to work after her supervisor called to see why Mary had not shown up. Mary had a successful career, lots of friends, and no known enemies, which made her death very confusing.

Three days later, 39-year-old Mary McGinnis Morris was found dead in her car, not far from where Mary Lou was found. Mary was viciously beaten, then shot in the head. Mary also had a great career, many friends, and no enemies, except, one man from her work. Mary had told her friend, Laurie Gemmell,

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