Episodes

  • Military Man Fatally Shot After Wife and Colleague She Had Affair with Plot His Murder

    Military Man Fatally Shot After Wife and Colleague She Had Affair with Plot His Murder
    Dec 30 2024
    Staff Sergeant Nathan Paet, a U.S. Air Force member, was murdered in his garage. His wife, Michelle, initially claimed a good marriage, but investigators uncovered an affair between Michelle and Michael Rodriguez, a convicted felon. Michelle and Rodriguez conspired to kill Nathan for his life insurance, involving other accomplices. All involved were arrested and convicted, with Michelle and Rodriguez receiving life sentences. The Paet children now live in Guam with their grandparents.
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    14 mins
  • Big Twist in Case of Man Who Allegedly Faked Own Death and Went on the Run

    Big Twist in Case of Man Who Allegedly Faked Own Death and Went on the Run
    Dec 26 2024
    Nicholas Rossi, also known as Arthur Knight, is an international fugitive accused of rape and fraud. He faked his own death in 2020 to evade capture, triggering a global manhunt. Authorities eventually located him in Europe, where he maintained his innocence, but a significant development has occurred. A forthcoming Dateline episode will reveal new evidence from interviews with a victim and the prosecutor, showcasing the case's surprising twists and turns leading to Rossi's return to the United States to face trial.
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    13 mins
  • Everything to Know About Anthony Sowell, the Serial Killer Dubbed The Cleveland Strangler

    Everything to Know About Anthony Sowell, the Serial Killer Dubbed The Cleveland Strangler
    Dec 26 2024
    Anthony Sowell, also known as the Cleveland Strangler, was a serial killer responsible for the murders of eleven Black women between 2007 and 2009. His victims were primarily found on his property, where they had been raped and strangled. Many of the women struggled with substance abuse, and a failure to prioritize their cases contributed to the delayed resolution. Sowell was convicted in 2011 and sentenced to death, dying of an unspecified terminal illness in 2021 while on death row. The case highlights systemic issues regarding the investigation of violence against marginalized communities.
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    16 mins
  • College Student Murdered While Out for Jog in Iowa, Dumped in Cornfield

    College Student Murdered While Out for Jog in Iowa, Dumped in Cornfield
    Dec 24 2024
    Mollie Tibbetts, a University of Iowa student, disappeared while jogging in Brooklyn, Iowa. A massive search ensued, ultimately leading investigators to surveillance footage showing a black Chevy Malibu near her last known location. This led to the arrest of Cristhian Bahena Rivera, an undocumented farmworker, who initially denied involvement but later confessed to killing Tibbetts and disposing of her body. Rivera was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life imprisonment, despite later recanting his confession. The case highlights the use of technology and persistent investigation in solving a complex disappearance.
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    13 mins
  • Georgia Man's Brutal Stabbing Death Baffles Investigators

    Georgia Man's Brutal Stabbing Death Baffles Investigators
    Dec 23 2024
    The episode details the investigation into the death of Jeffrey Gebhardt, who was found with multiple stab wounds in a dry lake bed. Initially, his friend David Smith was considered a suspect, but DNA evidence cleared him. The medical examiner ruled the death a suicide, citing the nature of the wounds and lack of struggle, despite the family's strong objections and belief in foul play. Years later, a Florida State CSI team reviewed the case and also concluded it was suicide, though they initially suspected homicide based on photographic evidence. The case was ultimately closed as a suicide.
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    10 mins
  • The Strange Death of Keith Warren - Suicide or Murder ?

    The Strange Death of Keith Warren - Suicide or Murder ?
    Dec 19 2024
    Keith Wadell Warren's 1986 death, initially ruled a suicide by hanging, is the subject of this account. Suspicions of foul play arose due to inconsistencies in the initial investigation, including the unusual rope arrangement, lack of autopsy, and the later discovery of high levels of toxic chemicals in his body during an exhumation. A mysterious envelope containing photos of his body in different clothing and a threatening note further fueled the family's belief that he was murdered. The case remains officially undetermined, despite evidence suggesting he was likely incapacitated before his death. The family continues to seek a reinvestigation.
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    17 mins
  • Why Did It Take So Long to Solve Jam Master Jay's Murder?

    Why Did It Take So Long to Solve Jam Master Jay's Murder?
    Dec 19 2024
    Jam Master Jay, a renowned DJ for the iconic hip-hop group Run-DMC, was murdered in 2002. The investigation, hampered by witness fear and the involvement of close associates, lasted over two decades. His killers, his godson and a childhood friend, were ultimately convicted in 2024 of murder and narcotics conspiracy. The motive stemmed from a drug deal gone wrong, where Jay cut his partners out of a substantial profit. The case highlights the complexities of gang violence and the challenges in solving crimes within tightly knit communities.
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    17 mins
  • Kevin Underwood set for execution in Oklahoma girl's brutal killing

    Kevin Underwood set for execution in Oklahoma girl's brutal killing
    Dec 19 2024
    Kevin Underwood's execution for the brutal 2006 rape and murder of 10-year-old Jamie Bolin is imminent. The article details the horrific crime, Underwood's troubled past including mental illness and social isolation, and his unsuccessful appeals and clemency request. His attorneys argued for mercy citing his mental health, while the victim's family seeks closure and justice. The case highlights the devastating consequences of untreated mental illness and the complexities surrounding capital punishment. Underwood's execution will be the fourth in Oklahoma this year.
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    18 mins