In the fourth episode of the first season of Oxygen's Snapped , the series explores the chilling case of , a Russian émigré whose life in a Staten Island mansion ended in a brutal murder and a high-profile trial. The Case Overview: Elena Kiejliches
: The prosecution argued that Elena shot Borys to avoid a divorce that would have left her destitute. [S1E4] Snapped
Elena Kiejliches appeared to be living the "American Dream" alongside her husband, Borys Kiejliches, a wealthy Russian businessman. However, the illusion of their perfect life shattered in when Borys went missing. In the fourth episode of the first season
The case hinged on the testimony of Elena's lover, Messiah Justice, who admitted to helping her dispose of the body but claimed she was the one who pulled the trigger. However, the illusion of their perfect life shattered
: Investigators initially suspected the Russian mob, but the focus shifted to Elena after they uncovered her affair with Messiah Justice, an aspiring rapper and con artist.
: You can watch this episode and others from the first season on platforms like Amazon Prime Video and TV Guide . Snapped Season 1 Episodes - TV Guide
: A month after his disappearance, Borys' dismembered remains were discovered in a cardboard barrel floating in a marsh in Queens.