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  • Apr 5, 2022
  • 1:22:33
  • Full Episode
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<p>Andrea Canning reports on the case of a former NYC police officer who was accused of an alleged murder-for-hire plot against her husband.</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

Valerie Cincinelli's affair leads to a murder-for-hire plot against her husband, uncovered by the FBI after John DeRuba turns her in.

Key points

  • A Knock at the Door. Detectives deliver the tragic news of Isaiah's murder to Valerie.
  • A Love Triangle Forms. Valerie's relationship with John DeRuba begins amidst the chaos of her husband's death.
  • Love at First Sight. John describes his immediate connection with Valerie, feeling it was love at first sight.
  • Gun Threat. Valerie threatens John with a gun, leading him to fear for his life and report her.
  • A Dangerous Jealousy. Valerie's jealousy escalates, especially towards John's daughter, leading to troubling demands.
  • Unorthodox Meeting. John meets Isaiah, Valerie's husband, revealing a surprising side to the man portrayed as a monster.

Tension

85/ 100High tension

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