Who Is Donna Adelson
Donna Adelson is a Florida woman at the center of a high-profile murder-for-hire investigation. She is the mother of the accused killer and the ex-wife of the victim, according to court records.
What the Case Involves
The case involves allegations that Donna Adelson helped arrange the killing of her ex-husband, Jeffrey Adelson, in 2023. Prosecutors say she allegedly conspired with her son, Daniel Adelson, and another individual to plan and carry out the murder for financial gain.
Charges and Legal Proceedings
Donna Adelson faces charges including first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder. Her son has also been charged and pleaded not guilty. Court documents detail wiretapped calls and recorded conversations cited by investigators as evidence of the alleged scheme.
For an overview of the charges and the latest court timeline, see the detailed coverage from the Miami Herald at Miami Herald Donna Adelson case coverage.
