Forensic Files

At Close Range

Dateline NBC

  • May 13, 2020
  • 43:19
  • Full Episode
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<p>In this Dateline classic, the body of a school superintendent is found by his home in western New York. As his family struggles to make sense of the horror, investigators look for answers. Dennis Murphy reports. Originally aired on NBC on March 21, 2014. </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

The murder of school superintendent Keith Reed reveals a web of relationships, jealousy, and ultimately leads to the arrest of his girlfriend's husband.

Key points

  • The Missing Superintendent. Keith Reed, a beloved school superintendent, goes missing, raising alarms in his community.
  • A Shocking Discovery. The search for Keith Reed ends tragically when his body is found, leading to a homicide investigation.
  • A Complicated Relationship. Investigators uncover a rocky relationship between Keith and his on-again, off-again girlfriend, Kimberly.
  • A Shocking Revelation. Mary discovers Keith Reed has been murdered, leading to a shocking realization about her husband.
  • The Trial Begins. Rob Taglianetti goes on trial for the murder of Keith Reed, pleading not guilty.
  • Guilty Verdict. The jury finds Rob Taglianetti guilty of second-degree murder after a brief deliberation.

Tension

85/ 100High tension

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