Before Dawn
- Feb 28, 2020
- 1:25:37
- Full Episode
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<p>In this Dateline classic, newlyweds Seth and Lisa Techel are expecting their first child, but a shotgun blast shatters their dreams on Memorial Day weekend, 2011. Dennis Murphy reports. Originally aired on NBC on September 26, 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
Lisa Teckle was murdered while pregnant, leading to a complex investigation involving her husband and a neighbor feud.
Key points
- A Father's Rage. Lisa's father, a deputy, immediately suspects a neighbor and demands justice.
- The Grieving Husband. Seth Teckle's frantic 911 call reveals the chaos and horror of the moment.
- The Neighbor's Feud. Tensions escalate between Lisa's family and a neighbor, leading to tragic consequences.
- Tate's Alibi. Brian Tate claims he was asleep during the time of the shooting, supported by his mother.
- Seth's Denial of Affair. Seth insists he wasn't cheating on Lisa despite evidence suggesting otherwise.
- Seth's Secret Phone Revealed. A friend reveals Seth had a secret phone, hinting at possible infidelity.
Episode highlights
- A Father's RageLisa's father, a deputy, immediately suspects a neighbor and demands justice.“Go get him. Go get him. Now.”0:49Feb 28, 2020
- The Grieving HusbandSeth Teckle's frantic 911 call reveals the chaos and horror of the moment.“I had been shot. I was in a f***ing shot.”9:20Feb 28, 2020
- The Neighbor's FeudTensions escalate between Lisa's family and a neighbor, leading to tragic consequences.“This is this culmination of bad blood that's been going on for a month's time or more now.”17:51Feb 28, 2020
- Tate's AlibiBrian Tate claims he was asleep during the time of the shooting, supported by his mother.“Tate's mother corroborated his 15-hour sleep alibi.”24:48Feb 28, 2020
- Seth's Denial of AffairSeth insists he wasn't cheating on Lisa despite evidence suggesting otherwise.“There were no other women.”33:15Feb 28, 2020
- Seth's Secret Phone RevealedA friend reveals Seth had a secret phone, hinting at possible infidelity.“He had been talking to a girl.”33:50Feb 28, 2020
- Discovery of the Murder WeaponInvestigators find the missing Mossberg shotgun, crucial evidence in the case.“Boy, that was a huge development in that case.”45:41Feb 28, 2020
- Murderous Love TriangleRachel's testimony reveals a complicated relationship with Seth, placing her at the center of the case.“That would place Rachel at the heart of a murderous love triangle.”47:10Feb 28, 2020
Tension
85/ 100High tension
