Before the Storm
- Aug 2, 2022
- 41:08
- Full Episode
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<p>A mother of two who vanishes during a storm turns out to be a victim of something sinister. Dennis Murphy reports. Originally aired on NBC on July 15, 2019.</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
Crystal McDowell's murder investigation reveals complex relationships, Hurricane Harvey's impact, and her ex-husband's eventual confession and conviction.
Key points
- Crystal McDowell Goes Missing. Crystal McDowell, a loving mother and real estate agent, goes missing on August 25, 2017.
- Hurricane Harvey Hits. As Hurricane Harvey wreaks havoc, the search for Crystal becomes increasingly complicated.
- Suspicion Falls on Ex-Husband and Boyfriend. Both Crystal's ex-husband and her new boyfriend fail polygraph tests, raising suspicions.
- Search for Crystal McDowell. Volunteers embark on a seemingly futile search for Crystal McDowell in the bayous.
- Surveillance Footage Breakthrough. Detectives uncover crucial surveillance footage linking Stephen McDowell to Crystal's disappearance.
- McDowell's Confession. Stephen McDowell confesses to the murder of Crystal McDowell during police questioning.
Episode highlights
- Hurricane Harvey HitsAs Hurricane Harvey wreaks havoc, the search for Crystal becomes increasingly complicated.“A hurricane puts a homicide case on hold.”1:18Aug 2, 2022
- Suspicion Falls on Ex-Husband and BoyfriendBoth Crystal's ex-husband and her new boyfriend fail polygraph tests, raising suspicions.“Both of them on Saturday.”19:54Aug 2, 2022
- Search for Crystal McDowellVolunteers embark on a seemingly futile search for Crystal McDowell in the bayous.“Nevertheless, a call went out for volunteers for what many thought was a futile search.”21:28Aug 2, 2022
- Surveillance Footage BreakthroughDetectives uncover crucial surveillance footage linking Stephen McDowell to Crystal's disappearance.“But buried deep within this investigative ore, detectives uncovered gold.”22:26Aug 2, 2022
- McDowell's ConfessionStephen McDowell confesses to the murder of Crystal McDowell during police questioning.“I just wanted to hug her, he told the court.”37:34Aug 2, 2022
- Verdict DeliveredThe jury finds Stephen McDowell guilty of premeditated murder, sentencing him to 50 years.“Guilty.”38:45Aug 2, 2022
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