As Night Fell
- Jan 6, 2020
- 42:09
- Full Episode
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<p>In this Dateline classic, a young woman is shot in her home just outside Salt Lake City, Utah. Was it an accident? Or something far more sinister? Josh Mankiewicz reports. Originally aired on NBC on June 23, 2017.</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 Wagner's death leads to a controversial murder trial of her husband Conrad Truman, who is ultimately acquitted after evidence is questioned.
Key points
- The Tragic Night. A quiet night at home turns into a nightmare with a gunshot wound.
- Conflicting Stories. Conrad's various accounts raise suspicion as police investigate Heidi's death.
- The 911 Call. Conrad's frantic call reveals the chaos and confusion of the moment.
- The Arrest. After a lengthy investigation, Conrad is arrested for Heidi's murder.
- The Conviction. Conrad Truman is convicted of murder, bringing a sense of justice to Heidi's family.
- Conrad's New Trial. Conrad Truman's conviction was overturned due to flawed police measurements, leading to a new trial.
Episode highlights
- The Tragic NightA quiet night at home turns into a nightmare with a gunshot wound.“A quiet night at home, shattered by a gunshot.”0:18Jan 6, 2020
- Conflicting StoriesConrad's various accounts raise suspicion as police investigate Heidi's death.“Conrad's stories were not adding up.”0:55Jan 6, 2020
- The 911 CallConrad's frantic call reveals the chaos and confusion of the moment.“This is not happening. This is really not happening.”10:56Jan 6, 2020
- The ArrestAfter a lengthy investigation, Conrad is arrested for Heidi's murder.“After a 10-month investigation, the Orem PD and the DA's office arrested Conrad Truman.”19:25Jan 6, 2020
- The ConvictionConrad Truman is convicted of murder, bringing a sense of justice to Heidi's family.“Conrad Truman was convicted of Heidi's murder.”19:55Jan 6, 2020
- Conrad's New TrialConrad Truman's conviction was overturned due to flawed police measurements, leading to a new trial.“Now the revelation of those flawed police measurements had led to Conrad Truman's new trial.”34:18Jan 6, 2020
- The VerdictAfter a long trial, Conrad Truman is acquitted of murder, leaving his family in shock.“This time, Conrad Truman got the verdict he wanted, not guilty.”39:17Jan 6, 2020
- Heidi's Family's GriefHeidi's family struggles with the aftermath of the trial and the loss of their loved one.“I miss the things that we had together. I miss the simple conversations.”41:00Jan 6, 2020
Tension
80/ 100High tension
