Detective Story
- Sep 21, 2021
- 1:22:19
- Full Episode
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When Sherri Rasmussen is found murdered, police are convinced it’s a burglary gone wrong. The case remains unsolved for over two decades until another detective finds the key that unlocks the mystery of what actually happened to her. Josh Mankiewicz reports.
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Brief Summary
The murder of Sherry Rasmussen led to LAPD officer Stephanie Lazarus's conviction after DNA evidence linked her to the crime.
Key points
- The Tragic Murder of Sherry Rasmussen. Sherry's life was cut short in a brutal murder that shocked her family and community.
- The Investigation Begins. Detectives initially believed Sherry's murder was a botched burglary, but evidence suggested otherwise.
- A Psychic's Failed Insight. In a desperate attempt to solve the case, detectives consulted a psychic, but it led nowhere.
- The Ripple Effect of Murder. The murder of Sherry Rasmussen left a profound impact on her family, altering their lives forever.
- A Shocking Discovery. Detective Jim Nuttall discovers a crucial detail that changes the understanding of Sherry's murder.
- The Unlikely Suspect. The investigation takes a turn when a respected LAPD officer becomes a person of interest.
Episode highlights
- The Tragic Murder of Sherry RasmussenSherry's life was cut short in a brutal murder that shocked her family and community.“Baby Rachel's first Christmas back in 1985 was also her Aunt Sherry's last Christmas on Earth.”2:08Sep 21, 2021
- The Investigation BeginsDetectives initially believed Sherry's murder was a botched burglary, but evidence suggested otherwise.“I believe your house was burglarized today, sometime before 10 a.m.”17:18Sep 21, 2021
- A Psychic's Failed InsightIn a desperate attempt to solve the case, detectives consulted a psychic, but it led nowhere.“You probably predicted this, but the psychic didn't sense anything that moved the case forward.”25:54Sep 21, 2021
- The Ripple Effect of MurderThe murder of Sherry Rasmussen left a profound impact on her family, altering their lives forever.“The loss of my Aunt Sherry has impacted my entire life.”26:41Sep 21, 2021
- A Shocking DiscoveryDetective Jim Nuttall discovers a crucial detail that changes the understanding of Sherry's murder.“For me, everything changed with that blood on that stereo equipment.”35:42Sep 21, 2021
- The Unlikely SuspectThe investigation takes a turn when a respected LAPD officer becomes a person of interest.“Never in my life did I think this would happen.”45:01Sep 21, 2021
- The Focus of a Murder InvestigationIn 2009, Stephanie Lazarus unknowingly became the focus of a murder investigation.“Unbeknownst to this high achieving cop, she was now the focus of a murder investigation.”51:33Sep 21, 2021
- The DNA MatchA DNA match from a 23-year-old cold case leads to shocking revelations about Lazarus.“Just to let you know, it's a match.”1:02:32Sep 21, 2021
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