Solving The Carol Murphy Murder: Ex-Husband Kevin Elmarr Found Guilty

It was not until late afternoon that day that hikers happened upon her n*ked body in Left Hand Canyon and called the police.

Evidence suggested that Carol had been murdered – perhaps at the site where she was discovered by strangulation from behind with a cut-throat. 

It was an intense case that haunted the authorities; they were unable to find any clues as to who would kill such a young, promising woman in such a treacherous way.

Who killed Carol Murphy?

Despite initial questioning of Curtis and William, who were both later disqualified, the police did not uncover much evidence at the crime scene, leaving them stumped. 

However, they eventually stumbled upon some new leads, including the fact that Carol had left her office on May 22, 1987, but her car remained behind, and she had left with someone on a motorcycle.

After investigating, the police discovered that Carol’s ex-husband, Kevin Elmarr, was the only person in her life who owned a bicycle. 

Carol had fled to live with Kevin as a teenager, and they had two children together before divorcing due to Carol’s infidelity.

Despite this, they continued living together for financial reasons, and Kevin later married Carol’s friend Norma, who was present when Carol was killed.

During the investigation, Kevin admitted to seeing Carol on May 22 and receiving a birthday card from her. Additionally, the authorities learned that Carol had informed them of plans to travel to the mountains for s*xual activity with her ex-husband and a coworker.

Where is the killer Kevin Elmarr now?

Kevin Elmarr was sentenced to life in prison by District Judge Maria Berkenkotter after being found guilty of first-degree murder for killing his ex-wife, Carol Murphy, in 1987 by a Boulder County jury.

 In a courtroom mostly filled with staff and attorneys, Elmarr hung his head as the verdict was announced on Friday. A few family members of both Murphy and Elmarr were also present.

In a joint statement, Chief Trial Deputy Adrian Van Nice and Chief Deputy District Attorney Ken Kupfner expressed satisfaction in assisting the family in resolving the case.

They acknowledged that the victims of this tragedy would never fully recover and praised the jury’s work.

Carol’s younger sister, Cahnya Parker, spoke on behalf of the family and friends, expressing gratitude for the guilty decision and thanking everyone who participated in the trial.

Parker described Carol as a great, joyful, and loving woman who was taken from them, and they were glad to have closure.

Elmarr, 58, remained silent during his sentencing, and his attorney, Nicole Collins, declined to comment afterward. 

Van Nice stated that Elmarr would be eligible for parole after 40 years since the murder occurred before a state law was passed requiring life without parole for first-degree murder convictions. 

Elmarr will receive credit for the approximately 3,200 days he has been in detention for the trial. The jury deliberated for almost eight hours after five and a half days of testimony from multiple witnesses.

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