A Girl Named Egypt

Dateline NBC

  • Mar 26, 2024
  • 1:23:13
  • Full Episode
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Michigan State Police detectives speak out for the first time to Andrea Canning and reveal clues they uncovered in the case of 27-year-old Egypt Covington, who was found murdered in her home in 2017.

Andrea Canning and Keith Morrison go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’:

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Brief Summary

Egypt Covington's murder leads to shocking arrests after a complex investigation reveals tragic mistakes and community turmoil.

Key points

  • A Girl Named Egypt. The story of Egypt Covington, a talented young woman whose life was tragically cut short.
  • The Investigation Begins. As the investigation unfolds, tensions rise in the community and among Egypt's loved ones.
  • Curtis Under Suspicion. Curtis Meadows, Egypt's boyfriend, becomes a person of interest in the murder investigation.
  • Egypt's Ex-Boyfriend Under Suspicion. Investigators focus on Kenny Mahalik, Egypt's ex-boyfriend, as a primary suspect in her murder.
  • Memorial Concert for Egypt. Friends and family gather to celebrate Egypt's life with music and memories.
  • Family Divided Over Suspect. Egypt's parents clash over their beliefs regarding Kenny's involvement in her murder.

Tension

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