Family Secrets
- Dec 20, 2019
- 40:54
- Full Episode
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In this Dateline classic, a father and his sons have a dream to build an extreme sports theme park. But reality hits when the dad is found dead on the floor of their Skim-X warehouse. Keith Morrison reports. Originally aired on NBC on September 16, 2016.
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Brief Summary
Chris Northam Sr. was murdered; his son and fiancée become key suspects in the investigation.
Key points
- The Shocking Phone Call. Chris Jr. calls Averill in a panic, revealing shots have been fired.
- The Mysterious Murder. Chris Northam Sr. is found shot dead, with no evidence at the scene.
- Secrets and Lies. Chris Sr.'s past and financial troubles raise questions about his murder.
- Averill's Dilemma. Averill grapples with her suspicions about Chris's involvement in his father's death.
- The Letter from Felicia. A mysterious letter arrives, hinting at deeper secrets surrounding the Northam family.
- Averill's Confession. Averill recalls Chris Jr.'s confession moments after the murder, revealing shocking truths.
Episode highlights
- The Shocking Phone CallChris Jr. calls Averill in a panic, revealing shots have been fired.“I can't hear you. But I got from it that shots had been fired.”8:08Dec 20, 2019
- The Mysterious MurderChris Northam Sr. is found shot dead, with no evidence at the scene.“Police found Chris Sr. on the floor of the SkimX shop. He'd been shot twice.”10:50Dec 20, 2019
- Secrets and LiesChris Sr.'s past and financial troubles raise questions about his murder.“He lost his house to foreclosure. He had had to declare personal bankruptcy.”15:46Dec 20, 2019
- Averill's DilemmaAverill grapples with her suspicions about Chris's involvement in his father's death.“I didn't want to be the one to point the finger.”24:47Dec 20, 2019
- The Letter from FeliciaA mysterious letter arrives, hinting at deeper secrets surrounding the Northam family.“This is the author of that letter. Felicia Lund, Averill Easley's mother.”26:10Dec 20, 2019
- Averill's ConfessionAverill recalls Chris Jr.'s confession moments after the murder, revealing shocking truths.“I shot my dad.”29:58Dec 20, 2019
- Averill's Plea DealAverill reaches a plea deal for being an accessory after the fact, ending her case.“60 days suspended sentence.”39:34Dec 20, 2019
Tension
85/ 100High tension
