Candy Montgomery’s lawyer, Don Crowder, passed away in 1998 due to a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Don Crowder, the attorney who defended Candy Montgomery in her 1980 trial for the murder of Betty Gore, was a prominent figure in the case due to his successful defense strategy. Montgomery was acquitted of the murder charge, a verdict that was highly controversial at the time. After the trial, Crowder continued his legal practice but reportedly faced personal challenges, including struggles with alcoholism.
Years after the trial, in 1998, Crowder’s life came to a tragic end. He died by suicide at the age of 77. His death was a shock to those who knew him, and it marked the end of a career that had been marked by both professional success and personal struggles. Crowder’s role in the Montgomery case remains a significant part of his legacy, as the trial itself has continued to be the subject of media attention, including books and television series that explore the complexities of the case and the defense strategy that led to Montgomery’s acquittal.