Robert Baker clears Monica Sementilli of involvement in husband’s murder

Robert Baker, a murderer who pleaded no contest to killing famed hairstylist Fabio Sementilli in 2017, was approached by a producer for “48 Hours” for an interview in jail. Monica Sementilli, Fabio’s wife and Baker’s lover, was also accused of conspiracy to commit murder. Despite being hesitant to address many issues, Baker insisted that Monica was not involved in the murder, contrary to the charges against her.

Baker’s decision to plead no contest without a deal and accept a life sentence without parole was questioned. He explained that he did so for due process reasons, and refrained from speaking on many topics during the interview. The conversation touched on his relationship with Monica, evidence against them, and the sentencing hearing where family members of Fabio spoke out against him.

The possibility of Baker testifying at Monica’s trial was discussed, as her defense lawyers believed his testimony could clear her of any involvement in the murder. However, legal experts were wary of the risks associated with his testimony. Baker’s background in the porn industry was mentioned, but his criminal history was not addressed during the conversation. The interview ended abruptly when a sheriff’s deputy appeared.

Baker claimed that Monica was not leading a double life after Fabio’s murder, as prosecutors alleged. He insisted that her grief over Fabio’s death was genuine and intense, revealing that they were no longer in contact and that she had cursed him upon discovering he was the killer. The revelation that their relationship had ended was another surprising detail that came to light during the conversation in jail.

The meeting with Baker provided glimpses of candor, albeit guarded, from a murderer. The conversation, which took place under the watchful eye of law enforcement, shed light on Baker’s perspective and his relationship with Monica. Despite the constraints of the setting, the interview provided insights into a complex and tragic case that continues to unfold.