Deadly Dance
- Nov 19, 2024
- 40:47
- Full Episode
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Dubbed the ‘Black Swan’ case, a former ballerina falls in love with a man 30 years her senior, but when their love story spirals out of control one of them winds up dead. Andrea Canning reports.
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Brief Summary
Ashley Benefield shot her husband Doug, claiming self-defense amid a tumultuous relationship, but was convicted of manslaughter after a contentious trial.
Key points
- The Black Swan Murder Case. Ashley Benefield shot her husband, leading to a complex investigation of self-defense claims.
- A Frantic 911 Call. On September 27, 2020, a frantic call revealed a domestic shooting incident.
- A Tumultuous Relationship. Investigators uncover a dark side to Ashley and Doug's seemingly perfect marriage.
- Courtroom Drama. In court, Ashley accused Doug of abuse while he denied her claims.
- The Trial of Ashley Benefield. As Ashley's trial begins, public opinion is sharply divided over her actions.
- The Defense's Bold Move. The defense calls Ashley Benefield to testify, marking a pivotal moment in the trial.
Episode highlights
- The Black Swan Murder CaseAshley Benefield shot her husband, leading to a complex investigation of self-defense claims.“Did the dancer choreograph a killing inside the notorious Black Swan murder case?”1:02Nov 19, 2024
- A Frantic 911 CallOn September 27, 2020, a frantic call revealed a domestic shooting incident.“She said that he attacked her, and she shot him.”2:59Nov 19, 2024
- A Tumultuous RelationshipInvestigators uncover a dark side to Ashley and Doug's seemingly perfect marriage.“There was darkness beneath the surface of this relationship.”10:51Nov 19, 2024
- Courtroom DramaIn court, Ashley accused Doug of abuse while he denied her claims.“He was verbally abusive. He would yell and scream at me.”15:56Nov 19, 2024
- The Trial of Ashley BenefieldAs Ashley's trial begins, public opinion is sharply divided over her actions.“Would they think she was a domestic abuse victim or a liar?”23:55Nov 19, 2024
- The Defense's Bold MoveThe defense calls Ashley Benefield to testify, marking a pivotal moment in the trial.“Ashley, for the first time, was finally ready to tell her story and share her secrets.”26:45Nov 19, 2024
- Emotional TestimonyAshley describes her fear and the moments leading up to the shooting.“I was scared to death.”33:01Nov 19, 2024
- A Shocking VerdictAfter hours of deliberation, the jury finds Ashley guilty of manslaughter, not murder.“Guilty of manslaughter, not guilty of second degree murder.”38:53Nov 19, 2024
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