Forensic Files

Jailhouse phone call: "I'm in big trouble"

48 Hours

  • Apr 16, 2015
  • 2:59
  • Short

A day after being arrested for the 1994 murder of his former wife, Linda, Paul Curry phoned his current wife, Teresa, from jail. The conversation was recorded by authorities and played at his 2014 trial. For more on the case watch "To Catch a Genius" Saturday, Aug. 6 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on CBS.

Brief Summary

Paul Curry discusses his arrest and fears with his wife, revealing emotional turmoil and uncertainty about his future.

Key points

  • Desperation on the Phone. A tense phone call reveals the man's fears and regrets as he faces serious charges.
  • A Nightmare Unfolds. A man grapples with the reality of his arrest and the impact on his family.

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