The courtroom isn’t Renard Spivey’s usual setting. Known for his on-screen presence as a bailiff on “Justice for All with Judge Christina Perez,” Spivey finds himself on the other side of the law, accused of murdering his wife in 2019. In an exclusive interview with 48 Hours, Spivey breaks his silence, offering his version of the events that led to the tragic death.
Spivey maintains his wife’s death was a terrible accident. As he told the 911 operator at the time, a struggle over a gun resulted in the fatal shooting. However, the incident, marked by multiple gunshots, raises questions, according to former prosecutor Lisa Andrews, who’ll be featured in the upcoming episode.
The 48 Hours special, “Deputy Spivey on Trial,” will feature Spivey’s first public statements about the charges. Speaking with 48 Hours contributor Natalie Morales, he insists on his deep love for his wife and reiterates the accidental nature of her death.
The episode aims to examine the complexities of the case, presenting the evidence and arguments from the trial. Spivey’s background as a police officer reportedly influenced his actions during the incident, a detail the program will likely explore. Viewers can anticipate a detailed look into the case, weighing Spivey’s account against the prosecution’s perspective.
48 Hours: Deputy Spivey on Trial airs Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 10:00 PM, on CBS and streams on Paramount+.
