Arrest in UnitedHealthcare CEO murder. Drama at a Georgia sentencing. And Josh Mankiewicz on "Deadly Mirage."
- Dec 12, 2024
- 28:14
- Full Episode
<p>Listen to this week's episode of the Dateline: True Crime Weekly podcast with Andrea Canning. What we know about the man suspected of gunning down UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson last week in Manhattan. At her sentencing, a Georgia grandmother convicted of murder points the finger at her own son. And, the latest on Lori Vallow Daybell’s legal woes. Plus, Josh Mankiewicz stops by to talk about his latest podcast, "Deadly Mirage." </p><p>Find out more about the cases covered each week here: <a href="http://www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com">www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com</a></p><p>To get new episodes every Thursday, follow here on Apple and Spotify:</p><p>Apple: <a href="https://apple.co/3Vx5THG">https://apple.co/3Vx5THG</a></p><p>Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5utP1NZyMUlyaUUv7XNq7j">https://open.spotify.com/show/5utP1NZyMUlyaUUv7XNq7j</a></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
This episode discusses the murder of Brian Thompson, Melody Ferris's sentencing, and updates on high-profile criminal cases.
Key points
- CEO Gunned Down in NYC. Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was shot outside a hotel in Manhattan.
- Manhunt for Brian Thompson's Killer. A manhunt is underway for the shooter of UnitedHealthcare's CEO, Brian Thompson.
- Melody Ferris Sentencing Drama. Melody Ferris, convicted of murdering her husband, blames her son during sentencing.
- The Shocking Affair. A tip reveals the wife’s affair, complicating the investigation into her husband's murder.
- Wiretaps Uncover Truth. Wiretaps confirm the affair predating the murder, raising questions about involvement.
- A Game of Cat and Mouse. The investigation turns into a complex game with unexpected twists.
Episode highlights
- CEO Gunned Down in NYCBrian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was shot outside a hotel in Manhattan.“The gunman fled the scene of what police said was a premeditated, preplanned attack.”1:57Dec 12, 2024
- Manhunt for Brian Thompson's KillerA manhunt is underway for the shooter of UnitedHealthcare's CEO, Brian Thompson.“But five days into the manhunt, there was no sign an arrest was imminent.”2:19Dec 12, 2024
- Melody Ferris Sentencing DramaMelody Ferris, convicted of murdering her husband, blames her son during sentencing.“I know Scott killed his father.”16:34Dec 12, 2024
- The Shocking AffairA tip reveals the wife’s affair, complicating the investigation into her husband's murder.“The tip was that the wife of the murdered man had been having an affair.”24:48Dec 12, 2024
- Wiretaps Uncover TruthWiretaps confirm the affair predating the murder, raising questions about involvement.“Now, the interesting thing about those wiretaps is that they reveal, no question, there's an affair going on.”25:14Dec 12, 2024
- A Game of Cat and MouseThe investigation turns into a complex game with unexpected twists.“So this really becomes a game of cat and mouse and a lot of twists and turns in this story.”25:44Dec 12, 2024
- A Shocking EndingThe conclusion of the investigation is described as shocking and unexpected.“And how it ends is, to me, kind of shocking.”26:19Dec 12, 2024
- The Man of Many FacesA teaser for an upcoming story about a fugitive with multiple identities.“Watch my story, The Man of Many Faces, airing this Friday on NBC at 9, 8 central.”27:28Dec 12, 2024
