Forensic Files

Abducted

Dateline NBC

  • Feb 4, 2020
  • 40:23
  • Full Episode
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<p>Andrea Canning reports on the case that made national headlines in December 2019, when a Texas mother was found murdered after she and her newborn daughter disappeared. Originally aired on NBC on January 31, 2020.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>

Brief Summary

Heidi Broussard and her baby Margo went missing; shocking details emerged about her friend Megan's involvement in the case.

Key points

  • The Disappearance of Heidi Broussard. A Texas mom and her newborn baby vanish without a trace, sparking a nationwide search.
  • Community Response. Friends and family launch their own investigation to find Heidi and Margo, spreading the word online.
  • Public Appeal for Information. Heidi's parents make a heartfelt plea on national television for anyone with information.
  • FBI Joins the Search. The FBI's child abduction response team is brought in to assist in the investigation.
  • Theories and Speculation. As the investigation unfolds, speculation about Heidi's fiancé Shane grows among friends and the public.
  • Megan's Shocking Connection. Megan, a close friend of Heidi, is revealed to have a baby registry at her home.

Episode highlights

Tension

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