Forensic Files

Buried Secrets

Dateline NBC

  • Nov 12, 2020
  • 42:14
  • Full Episode
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<p>In this Dateline classic, a Florida man disappears into thin air, leaving behind a young son and a grieving ex-wife. When his bones are identified years later, a rookie detective is determined to uncover the truth. Keith Morrison reports. Originally aired on NBC on July 6, 2012.</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

David Jackson's murder reveals a web of betrayal involving his ex-wife Barbara Britton and her family.

Key points

  • Detective Velasquez Takes on the Case. Rookie detective Donna Velasquez is assigned to a cold case that has haunted a family for years.
  • The Disappearance of David Jackson. David Jackson vanished on June 25, 1988, leaving his family and friends in turmoil.
  • A Shocking Revelation. A witness reveals the chilling details of David's murder, implicating his ex-wife's family.
  • The Arrest of Michael Wolfe. After years of investigation, Michael Wolfe is arrested for the murder of David Jackson.
  • Barbara's Guilty Plea. Barbara Britton pleads guilty to accessory after the fact in David Jackson's murder.
  • David's Mother's Impact Statement. David's mother confronts Barbara during sentencing, expressing her endless grief.

Tension

85/ 100High tension

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