Flying High at Cocktail Cove
- Jul 20, 2022
- 40:14
- Full Episode
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<p>Marcus Schrenker had it all: money, a beautiful wife, a mansion in a ritzy neighborhood. So why did this financier, a pilot, put in motion a daring plan to fake his own death and hide a double-life, like investigators say he did? Keith Morrison reports in this Dateline classic. Originally aired on NBC on August 28, 2009.</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
Marcus Shrinker faked his death amid financial fraud, leaving his wife Michelle to face the fallout of his actions.
Key points
- The Perfect Couple. Marcus and Michelle Shrinker seemed to have it all—a perfect life, wealth, and success.
- The Affair. Michelle discovers Marcus's infidelity, leading to a painful confrontation.
- The Plane Crash. A distress call from Marcus during a flight leads to a shocking crash.
- Marcus Shrinker's Plane Crash. Marcus Shrinker's plane crashes in Florida, leading to a bizarre series of events.
- The Shocking Email. Marcus sends an email indicating he will be gone, raising alarms about his mental state.
- Michelle's Struggles. Michelle Shrinker is left penniless and fighting to clear her name after her husband's fraud.
Episode highlights
- The AffairMichelle discovers Marcus's infidelity, leading to a painful confrontation.“I caught him and saw him moving into the condo together.”14:06Jul 20, 2022
- The Plane CrashA distress call from Marcus during a flight leads to a shocking crash.“He was bleeding profusely. He needed emergency help.”21:25Jul 20, 2022
- Marcus Shrinker's Plane CrashMarcus Shrinker's plane crashes in Florida, leading to a bizarre series of events.“But the plane was empty. No Marcus.”25:34Jul 20, 2022
- The Shocking EmailMarcus sends an email indicating he will be gone, raising alarms about his mental state.“By the time you read this, I'll be gone.”28:27Jul 20, 2022
- Michelle's StrugglesMichelle Shrinker is left penniless and fighting to clear her name after her husband's fraud.“I'm left holding the bag with everything.”31:52Jul 20, 2022
- Marcus SentencedMarcus Schrenker is sentenced to over four years in prison for his actions.“To this day, I cannot believe I could do something so reckless and selfish.”39:15Jul 20, 2022
Tension
85/ 100High tension
