Wendy Adelson has always been at the center of motive in the Dan Markel murder case—but so far, she’s avoided charges. In this episode of Hidden Killers, Tony Brueski and retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer take a closer look at Wendy’s latest courtroom performance and the evidence stacking around her.
On the stand, Wendy’s testimony was a showcase of selective memory—she couldn’t recall conversations, details, or context that anyone else would find unforgettable. Yet her ex-boyfriend testified that she openly admitted Charlie had looked into hiring a hitman. She denied direct involvement, but admitted she despised her ex, adding fuel to suspicions.
Overlay that with Donna’s potential to flip if convicted, and Wendy’s position looks perilous. Donna knows the family conspiracy better than anyone, and she could sink both Harvey and Wendy if she chooses. For prosecutors, that’s leverage.
Coffindaffer explains how investigators evaluate testimony like Wendy’s—when “I don’t recall” crosses from strategy into obstruction, and why prosecutors might be building a case quietly in the background. Are they already monitoring her communications, waiting for a mistake? Is Wendy truly untouchable, or simply next in line once Donna’s trial concludes?
Wendy benefited the most from Markel’s death—custody, freedom, financial stability—but her credibility continues to erode. This conversation cuts through the evasions to ask: will Wendy finally face charges, or can she keep dancing on the line?
Featuring: Tony Brueski & retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer
Keywords: Wendy Adelson, Dan Markel case, Donna Adelson trial, Charlie Adelson, testimony analysis, selective memory, ex-boyfriend testimony, law professor, prosecution strategy, Hidden Killers
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3 comments
Wendi is so deep in the conspiracy, giving critical information to the hit men and trying to set up her boyfriend. It’s not complete until she gets life
I believe Wendi and Donna got the ball rolling on this entire thing. Wendi should be locked up right now.
I hope Wendy has bags all packed for the boys. She may as well keep them right next to the door so they’ll be ready to go when the time comes.
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