Deadly Deception
- Feb 8, 2023
- 39:35
- Full Episode
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<p>In this Dateline classic, Julie Keown succumbs to a mysterious illness after growing more debilitated and depressed by the day. Doctors later find antifreeze in her system. Was it murder, an accident or, in her despair, did she take her own life? Dennis Murphy reports. Originally aired on NBC on January 9, 2009.</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
James Cowan was convicted of murdering his wife Julie by poisoning her with antifreeze after a troubled marriage and her chronic illness.
Key points
- James Cowan's Radio Comeback. After years away, James Cowan returns to radio in Jefferson City, seeking a fresh start.
- The Mysterious Illness. Julie Cowan's health declines rapidly, leading to a shocking diagnosis of poisoning.
- Arrest of James Cowan. James Cowan is arrested for the murder of his wife, Julie, amid shocking allegations.
- Trial Begins. James Cowan's trial for his wife's murder begins, revealing a web of lies.
- The Embezzler Revealed. James Cowan was not just a liar but also an embezzler, stealing $60,000.
- The Fatal Choice. Faced with his crumbling world, Cowan considered two choices: confess or kill.
Episode highlights
- James Cowan's Radio ComebackAfter years away, James Cowan returns to radio in Jefferson City, seeking a fresh start.“Radio was James' first love, though.”0:48Feb 8, 2023
- The Mysterious IllnessJulie Cowan's health declines rapidly, leading to a shocking diagnosis of poisoning.“Doctors said she had died because she'd ingested a massive amount of ethylene glycol, antifreeze.”14:03Feb 8, 2023
- Arrest of James CowanJames Cowan is arrested for the murder of his wife, Julie, amid shocking allegations.“He would be arraigned in court for the murder of his wife, Julie.”20:23Feb 8, 2023
- Trial BeginsJames Cowan's trial for his wife's murder begins, revealing a web of lies.“Murder by deception. That is what the evidence in this case will prove.”21:50Feb 8, 2023
- The Embezzler RevealedJames Cowan was not just a liar but also an embezzler, stealing $60,000.“He was also an embezzler.”23:22Feb 8, 2023
- The Fatal ChoiceFaced with his crumbling world, Cowan considered two choices: confess or kill.“One, he could tell his wife everything, in essence, to gamble his marriage.”24:33Feb 8, 2023
- The VerdictThe jury found James Cowan guilty of first-degree murder after deliberation.“Guilty of first-degree murder.”37:20Feb 8, 2023
- The Judge's CondemnationThe judge expressed her disdain for Cowan, calling him an evil person.“I am truly in the presence of an evil person.”38:20Feb 8, 2023
Tension
85/ 100High tension
