In the Middle of the Night
- Dec 2, 2020
- 40:40
- Full Episode
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<p>In this Dateline classic, after college student Angie Samota was stabbed to death, police had no shortage of suspects; a crucial clue narrowed their list to one name, but it would be years before technology and a tenacious friend came together to help unravel this mystery. Josh Mankiewicz reports. Originally aired on NBC on June 8, 2012.</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
Angie Simota's murder leads to a long investigation, revealing shocking truths and ultimately identifying Donald Bess as her killer.
Key points
- The Prime Suspect. Russell Buchanan, who was with Angie the night she died, becomes the main suspect.
- Sheila's Determination. Angie's friend Sheila became a private investigator to seek justice for her murdered friend.
- The Murder of Angie Simota. Angie Simota was found brutally murdered in her apartment, shocking her friends and family.
- The DNA Match Revealed. After 23 years, the DNA from Angie's case finally matched a suspect.
- The Shocking Truth. The detective reveals the DNA does not match the prime suspect, Russell.
- A Long-Awaited Verdict. Donald Bess is found guilty and sentenced to death for Angie's murder.
Episode highlights
- Sheila's DeterminationAngie's friend Sheila became a private investigator to seek justice for her murdered friend.“I said, I'm a private investigator and I need you to tell me where's the evidence.”0:43Dec 2, 2020
- The Murder of Angie SimotaAngie Simota was found brutally murdered in her apartment, shocking her friends and family.“It was absolute shock.”2:03Dec 2, 2020
- The DNA Match RevealedAfter 23 years, the DNA from Angie's case finally matched a suspect.“We got the break we were looking for. We got the match.”28:15Dec 2, 2020
- The Shocking TruthThe detective reveals the DNA does not match the prime suspect, Russell.“It's not Russell.”28:30Dec 2, 2020
- A Long-Awaited VerdictDonald Bess is found guilty and sentenced to death for Angie's murder.“The verdict was guilty.”39:34Dec 2, 2020
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Tension
85/ 100High tension
