Forensic Files

Deep in the Woods

Dateline NBC

  • Aug 16, 2022
  • 40:51
  • Full Episode
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<p>In this Dateline classic, a young Army medic based at Ft. Bragg, North Carolina goes missing. Police have a suspect but can’t solve the case, until an unorthodox private investigator steps in to help. Andrea Canning reports. Originally aired on NBC on March 16, 2018.</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

Kelly Bordeaux, an Army medic, went missing; her case was solved after two years by investigator David Marshburn and a confession from prime suspect Nick Holbert.

Key points

  • The Search Intensifies. As days pass without contact from Kelly, her family and friends grow increasingly worried.
  • The Disappearance of Kelly Bordeaux. Kelly Bordeaux, a young Army medic, goes missing after a night out. Her loved ones fear the worst.
  • A New Suspect Emerges. Nick Holbert, the last person seen with Kelly, becomes a person of interest in her disappearance.
  • Marshburn's Unorthodox Tactics. Private investigator David Marshburn uses unconventional methods to gain Holbert's trust.
  • The Confession. After a year-long pursuit, Holbert finally confesses to killing Kelly Bordeaux.
  • Finding Kelly's Body. Marshburn and his dog Kaz discover the location of Kelly's remains after a long search.

Episode highlights

Tension

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