Ex-paramedic accused of drip-feeding wife to death-then faking his own kidnapping when heat turned up

On Monday, Hunsucker stood quietly as his defense attorney entered his not guilty plea for first-degree murder, insurance fraud and obtaining property by false pretense in Gaston County, North Carolina.

Prosecutors allege Hunsucker put eyedrops in Stacy's drinks over an extended period, eventually leading to her death in the couple's Mount Holly home.

Prosecutors say they were able to build their case on a single blood sample taken by the hospital due to the North Carolina woman's status as an organ donor.

Hunsucker was arrested in December 2019 and was released on $1.5 million bond while awaiting trial on first-degree murder charges.

Prosecutors demanded the revocation of his bail package, which a judge granted.

Hunsucker has requested that his trial be moved out of Gaston County due to the intense media coverage. A trial date for the murder case is still being finalized.