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46 Years Later: The Shocking Truth About Candy Montgomery
13 Jun
Summary
- Candy Montgomery confessed to killing her friend Betty Gore with an ax.
- She was acquitted of murder, claiming self-defense in a blind rage.
- Montgomery now uses her maiden name, Candace Wheeler, and works as a counselor.
In June 1980, Candy Montgomery confessed to murdering her friend, Betty Gore, with an ax. This shocking crime occurred in Wylie, Texas, after Montgomery had a months-long affair with Betty's husband, Allan Gore. The suburban couple, Pat and Candy Montgomery, were active in their church community before the slaying.
Allan Gore grew concerned when Betty did not answer his calls while he was out of town. A neighbor discovered Betty's body in her home, initially misidentifying the weapon before authorities realized an ax was used.
Candy Montgomery was charged with murder but pleaded not guilty, claiming she killed Betty in self-defense. She testified that Betty confronted her about the affair and attacked her with an ax. The jury ultimately acquitted Montgomery of murder in October 1980.
Following her acquittal and subsequent divorce from Pat Montgomery, Candy moved to Georgia with their children. She later pursued a career in counseling, now using her maiden name, Candace Wheeler.
