Adam Hilarie | Fatal First Dates
- Aug 18, 2026
- 45:17
- Full Episode
In Florida, a first date leads to murder when a man is targeted by a criminal ring using a woman as bait, uncovering a disturbing scheme driven by manipulation and control.
This true crime series explores cases where online dating ends in tragedy, exposing how easily modern technology and deception can turn romance into a nightmare.
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Brief Summary
Adam Hilarie was murdered after a date set up on Plenty of Fish, revealing a tragic story of trust and betrayal.
Key points
- The Dangers of Online Dating. In an era of dating apps, love can quickly turn deadly. Adam Hilarie's story is a cautionary tale.
- A Mother's Heartbreak. Anna Cruz reflects on her son Adam, a loving father and friend, taken too soon.
- A Fatal First Date. Adam's trusting nature leads him to a date that turns deadly, setting off a tragic chain of events.
- The Investigation Begins. Detectives race against time to find Adam's killers after a brutal murder in his apartment.
- The Investigation Unfolds. Detectives uncover the criminal backgrounds of Andre Warner and Hailey Bustos, revealing a deeper connection to the crime.
- Hailey's Confession. Hailey spills the details of the robbery setup, feeling responsible for Adam's death.
Episode highlights
- A Mother's HeartbreakAnna Cruz reflects on her son Adam, a loving father and friend, taken too soon.“He was my baby boy.”3:14Aug 18, 2026
- A Fatal First DateAdam's trusting nature leads him to a date that turns deadly, setting off a tragic chain of events.“He was just so trusting that he didn't see no evil in no one.”9:15Aug 18, 2026
- The Investigation BeginsDetectives race against time to find Adam's killers after a brutal murder in his apartment.“With the community in mourning, police are now in a race to find who murdered Adam Hilarie.”23:36Aug 18, 2026
- The Investigation UnfoldsDetectives uncover the criminal backgrounds of Andre Warner and Hailey Bustos, revealing a deeper connection to the crime.“We felt like we had kicked a nest of bees.”27:47Aug 18, 2026
- Hailey's ConfessionHailey spills the details of the robbery setup, feeling responsible for Adam's death.“She just wanted to try to make it right.”29:17Aug 18, 2026
- Trial and SentencingAndre Warner is sentenced to life in prison for his role in Adam Hilarie's murder, while others receive lighter sentences.“The jury returned a death sentence, but the judge overruled that.”39:40Aug 18, 2026
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