Justice for Joy
- Apr 16, 2024
- 1:23:11
- Full Episode
<p>When Joy Hibbs is found dead in a house fire, an autopsy shows she was murdered beforehand. Even with multiple suspects, the investigation stalls, leaving the case cold for years. Decades later, a shocking secret is revealed. Blayne Alexander reports.</p><p> </p><p>Blayne Alexander and Andrea Canning go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’:</p><p>Listen on Apple: <a href="https://apple.co/3ZpXcjs">https://apple.co/3ZpXcjs</a><br />Listen on Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/0iJY8TimV3UX8sI5yXvnow">https://open.spotify.com/episode/0iJY8TimV3UX8sI5yXvnow</a></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
Joy Hibbs was murdered, leading to a lengthy investigation and eventual arrest of Robert Atkins, revealing police failures and family trauma.
Key points
- A Tragic Fire. David Hibbs rushes home to find his house engulfed in flames and his mother missing.
- The Shocking Truth. Investigators reveal that Joy Hibbs was murdered before the fire was set.
- A Community in Fear. The murder of Joy Hibbs sends shockwaves through the neighborhood, leaving everyone on edge.
- David's Revelation. David learns that the police suspect his father in his mother's murder, shaking his beliefs.
- Detective Slaughter's Investigation. Detective Slaughter discovers flaws in the original investigation, focusing on Robert and April Atkins.
- Alibi Crumbles. Detective Slaughter finds holes in Robert and April's alibi, raising suspicions.
Episode highlights
- The Shocking TruthInvestigators reveal that Joy Hibbs was murdered before the fire was set.“She was murdered.”10:16Apr 16, 2024
- A Community in FearThe murder of Joy Hibbs sends shockwaves through the neighborhood, leaving everyone on edge.“You didn't know if the murderer was right here in your neighborhood.”14:44Apr 16, 2024
- David's RevelationDavid learns that the police suspect his father in his mother's murder, shaking his beliefs.“I was angry at my dad because I never thought my dad killed my mother.”39:40Apr 16, 2024
- Detective Slaughter's InvestigationDetective Slaughter discovers flaws in the original investigation, focusing on Robert and April Atkins.“It seems to me like the narcotics unit was running this investigation.”46:34Apr 16, 2024
- Alibi CrumblesDetective Slaughter finds holes in Robert and April's alibi, raising suspicions.“They're not alibis, they're post-crime.”51:06Apr 16, 2024
- April's ConfessionApril reveals a secret she kept for 25 years about her husband's crime.“I've been through a lot with this man you know he's done some really horrible stuff to me.”53:27Apr 16, 2024
- The ArrestAfter years of investigation, Robert Atkins is finally arrested for Joy's murder.“In May 2022, after five months of testimony, the grand jury recommended first-degree murder charges against Robert Atkins.”1:06:40Apr 16, 2024
- Trial TensionsThe trial reveals shocking details and intense emotions as the prosecution presents its case.“It felt tense and heavy.”1:12:37Apr 16, 2024
