Indiana H.S. softball coach orchestrated murder of ex-fiancé with the help of former player, says prosecutor
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Key Points:
- Shea Briar, a 31-year-old Navy veteran and father, was found shot and later died in Jay County, Indiana, in January 2020; his ex-fiancée, Esther Jane Stephen (E.J.), along with two others, Shelby Hiestand and Hannah Knapke, were implicated in his murder.
- Investigations revealed that E.J., who had broken off her engagement with Briar and restricted his access to their daughter, allegedly orchestrated the killing due to disputes over custody and paternity, with Shelby Hiestand ultimately shooting Briar.
- Kristi Sibray, a friend of E.J., provided key testimony about prior discussions and attempts to harm Briar, including failed poisoning attempts and plans to "get
