A heartbreaking incident unfolded in Connecticut recently, as a woman tragically lost her life just hours before she was scheduled to be sentenced for the murder of her husband. The Connecticut Office of the Chief Medical Examiner confirmed that 76-year-old Linda Kosuda-Bigazzi took her own life on the morning of Wednesday, July 24, at her home in Burlington. The cause was determined to be a toxic reaction to ethylene glycol. [^1^]
An Industrial Compound with Multiple Uses
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), ethylene glycol is an industrial compound that can be found in various consumer products such as antifreeze, hydraulic brake fluids, solvents, paints, plastics, films, and even cosmetics. [^2^] It is essential to handle this substance with caution due to its potential dangers.
Unfortunate Timing
On July 24, the Connecticut State Police received a complaint from someone who could not reach Linda Kosuda-Bigazzi. Concerned for her well-being, they dispatched officers to her residence. Tragically, they discovered her lifeless body inside the house. All attempts to make contact with her had been unsuccessful. The scheduled sentencing for the killing of her 84-year-old husband, Dr. Pierluigi Bigazzi, was set to take place just a few hours later that day. [^3^]
A Devastating Case
Linda Kosuda-Bigazzi had previously pleaded guilty to first-degree manslaughter and first-degree theft in March of that year. Her arrest had followed the discovery of Dr. Pierluigi Bigazzi’s body in their basement on February 5, 2018. Dr. Bigazzi had been an employee at the University of Connecticut. [^4^]
Concerns Raised by Dr. Bigazzi’s Employer
Dr. Bigazzi’s employer, concerned by his prolonged absence, requested a welfare check at their home. The investigation revealed that paychecks from the victim’s employer continued to be deposited into their joint checking account from July 2017 until Dr. Bigazzi’s body was discovered in early February 2018. The authorities suspect that Dr. Bigazzi passed away in July 2017. [^5^]
The tragic loss of Linda Kosuda-Bigazzi serves as a reminder of the complex and sometimes devastating outcomes that can occur within personal relationships. It is a heartbreaking case that will no doubt leave a lasting impact on the lives of those affected.
