Dark Valley
- Sep 21, 2022
- 40:40
- Full Episode
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<p>When film executive Gavin Smith vanishes, Los Angeles detectives search for clues amid reported sightings and suspicious circumstances. The case takes a dramatic turn when Gavin's wife reveals painful secrets. Keith Morrison reports. </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
Gavin Smith's disappearance leads to a complex murder investigation involving infidelity, addiction, and a dramatic courtroom trial.
Key points
- The Disappearance of Gavin Smith. Gavin Smith, a devoted father and husband, mysteriously vanishes, leaving his family in turmoil.
- Secrets and Lies. Gavin's hidden struggles with addiction and infidelity come to light as detectives investigate.
- A Grim Discovery. After two and a half years, a hiker finds Gavin Smith's body in a shallow grave.
- John Creech Charged. In January 2015, nearly three years after Gavin Smith disappeared, Creech was charged with first-degree murder.
- Creech's Trial Verdict. The jury found John Creech guilty of voluntary manslaughter, believing he acted in blind passion.
- Creech's Sentencing. John Creech was sentenced to 11 years in prison for manslaughter and faced additional charges.
Episode highlights
- The Disappearance of Gavin SmithGavin Smith, a devoted father and husband, mysteriously vanishes, leaving his family in turmoil.“He completely dropped off the face of the earth.”0:20Sep 21, 2022
- Secrets and LiesGavin's hidden struggles with addiction and infidelity come to light as detectives investigate.“Gavin had been unfaithful to his wife.”11:50Sep 21, 2022
- A Grim DiscoveryAfter two and a half years, a hiker finds Gavin Smith's body in a shallow grave.“After two and a half years, here was the body of Gavin Smith.”21:52Sep 21, 2022
- John Creech ChargedIn January 2015, nearly three years after Gavin Smith disappeared, Creech was charged with first-degree murder.“Creech was charged with first-degree murder.”25:49Sep 21, 2022
- Creech's Trial VerdictThe jury found John Creech guilty of voluntary manslaughter, believing he acted in blind passion.“Guilty of voluntary manslaughter.”38:44Sep 21, 2022
- Creech's SentencingJohn Creech was sentenced to 11 years in prison for manslaughter and faced additional charges.“He was given 10 years, 10 months.”40:04Sep 21, 2022
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Tension
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