Contractor Strangles Widow Over Renovation Dispute in October 2024
- Corey Binderim was found guilty of murdering the contractor's client after she confronted him about unfinished renovations.
- Mauldin disappeared on October 24, 2019, just one day before she was to take legal action against Binderim.
- Mauldin's remains were found in a landfill after an extensive search led by the FBI, highlighting the severity of Binderim's actions.
In Clay County, Florida, Mauldin sought to confront her contractor, Corey Binderim, over significant issues with her bathroom renovation, which had left her home in a state of disrepair. One day prior to this confrontation, she vanished. Prosecutors noted that Binderim had previously made a troubling remark about disposing of a body. As authorities investigated her disappearance, Binderim emerged as a person of interest. The FBI, collaborating with local investigators, undertook an extensive nine-day search of a landfill where evidence indicated Mauldin’s remains could be located. Ultimately, they discovered her body among waste materials, underscoring the tragic outcome of her unresolved grievances with Binderman. Binderim was arrested on unrelated charges before being connected to the disappearance of Mauldin. His trial revealed a defense strategy focused on his alleged personal struggles, including substance abuse and past brain injuries, which may have influenced his behavior. The sequence of events highlights the danger of unresolved conflicts and the extreme lengths to which individuals may go when faced with legal and personal challenges. Binderim’s conviction serves as a grim reminder of the issues concerning contractor-client relationships and their potential consequences.