Forensic Files

Deadly Intent

Dateline NBC

  • Dec 4, 2019
  • 41:42
  • Full Episode
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<p>In this Dateline classic, a car bomb explodes in front of a suburban San Diego day care home. Josh Mankiewicz reports on the driver, a married mother of three children. Originally aired on NBC on October 4, 2013.</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

Connie Hoagland survives a car bomb meant for her, leading to her husband's arrest for attempted murder after a shocking investigation.

Key points

  • The Shocking Discovery. Investigators find that the explosion was no accident, leading to a chilling realization.
  • A Family's Perfect Life Shattered. The Hoagland family seemed picture-perfect until a devastating explosion changed everything.
  • A Double Life Revealed. Larry Hoagland's secret affair and financial deceit come to light during the investigation.
  • Larry's Arrest. Larry was arrested, leaving his family blindsided by the news.
  • The Evidence Against Larry. Investigators found circumstantial evidence, but no physical proof connecting him to the crime.
  • Connie's Testimony. Connie testifies against Larry, revealing her painful realization of his guilt.

Tension

85/ 100High tension

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