Forensic Files

Deadly Omission

Dateline NBC

  • Oct 29, 2024
  • 1:22:35
  • Full Episode
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<p>A woman's murder shines a light on an unsolved mystery from years earlier. As the connection between the two cases becomes clear, a long-hidden truth surfaces. Could a master manipulator be behind both crimes? Andrea Canning reports.</p><p>Andrea Canning and Blayne Alexander go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’:</p><p>Listen on Apple: <a href="https://apple.co/4gxPpXX">https://apple.co/4gxPpXX</a><br />Listen on Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/7EKLtuypXGDjeSWBBod5ok">https://open.spotify.com/episode/7EKLtuypXGDjeSWBBod5ok</a></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

John Peake is implicated in the murders of his wife Casey and two others, revealing a pattern of manipulation and deceit.

Key points

  • The Discovery of Casey Peake. Casey Peake is found dead in her condo, leading to a shocking investigation.
  • John Peake's Deception. John Peake's double life is revealed as detectives uncover his affair.
  • Lisa's Ultimatum. As their anniversary approached, Lisa demands John finalize his divorce or face the consequences.
  • John's Shocking Past. Detectives uncover a startling detail about John Peake's past: his first wife was murdered.
  • Double Homicide Discovery. Detectives find two bodies in a home, leading to a chilling investigation.
  • John Peake's Suspicious Behavior. Investigators felt uneasy about John's actions at the crime scene, suggesting he was acting.

Episode highlights

Tension

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