Down the Basement Stairs
- Dec 19, 2023
- 41:27
- Full Episode
<p>When young mother and paramedic Annamarie Cochrane Rintala is found dead at the bottom of her basement stairs, it takes four trials and 13 years before justice is served. Dennis Murphy reports.</p><p> </p><p>Dennis Murphy and Josh Mankiewicz go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’:</p><p>Listen on Apple: <a href="https://apple.co/41sJI96">https://apple.co/41sJI96</a></p><p>Listen on Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/472ca7UPosmkGK2ICL2MjR">https://open.spotify.com/episode/472ca7UPosmkGK2ICL2MjR</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
The episode details the murder case of Anna Marie Rintala and her wife Kara's trials for the crime.
Key points
- The Shocking Discovery. Kara Rintala finds her wife Ann dead at the bottom of the basement stairs.
- A Life Cut Short. Anna Marie Cochran Rintala, a vibrant 37-year-old, is found dead, leaving her family shattered.
- Murder Investigation Unfolds. As evidence mounts, investigators suspect foul play in Ann's death.
- Trial After Trial. Kara Rintala faces multiple trials for the murder of her wife, with juries hung each time.
- The Final Call. Ann's last call to her aunt is a chilling moment in the timeline of her murder.
- Kara's Digital Alibi. Prosecutors argue Kara created a digital alibi through her debit card usage and voicemails.
Episode highlights
- The Shocking DiscoveryKara Rintala finds her wife Ann dead at the bottom of the basement stairs.“When they got home around 7 p.m., they found something truly shocking.”1:34Dec 19, 2023
- A Life Cut ShortAnna Marie Cochran Rintala, a vibrant 37-year-old, is found dead, leaving her family shattered.“It was devastating.”3:05Dec 19, 2023
- Murder Investigation UnfoldsAs evidence mounts, investigators suspect foul play in Ann's death.“Ann was a homicide victim.”12:16Dec 19, 2023
- Trial After TrialKara Rintala faces multiple trials for the murder of her wife, with juries hung each time.“Incredible as it seems, another hung jury.”19:53Dec 19, 2023
- The Final CallAnn's last call to her aunt is a chilling moment in the timeline of her murder.“The timing of that last call was important.”22:36Dec 19, 2023
- Kara's Digital AlibiProsecutors argue Kara created a digital alibi through her debit card usage and voicemails.“She was trying to be seen. She was trying to be elsewhere.”23:17Dec 19, 2023
- The VerdictAfter three trials, Kara is found guilty of murder in the first degree, a shocking outcome.“She's guilty of murder in the first degree.”34:34Dec 19, 2023
- Brianna's Heartfelt PleaDuring sentencing, Brianna appeals for her mother's release, highlighting her emotional turmoil.“I need my mom.”39:32Dec 19, 2023
