Karen Read's bombshell lawsuit. Twist in Crystal Rogers case. Plus, Legally Brunette host Emily Simpson.
- Jun 11, 2026
- 36:29
- Full Episode
<p>In Massachusetts, Karen Read filed a lawsuit against state police and Canton PD, exposing what she says are troubling voicemails and texts between officers on her case. In Kentucky, Brooks Houck was convicted of his girlfriend Crystal Rogers' murder last year. His brother, Nick Houck, is now accused of first-degree perjury. In Dateline Round Up, Brendan Banfield receives his sentence for the catfishing double murder. New details emerge in the trial of Larry Millete, accused of buying magic spells and then killing his wife. An<strong> u</strong>pdate in the case of Lynette Hooker, who went missing in the Bahamas while on a sailing trip with her husband. Plus, lawyer Emily Simpson of“The<strong> </strong>Real Housewives of Orange County<strong>”</strong> discusses the fallout from a new Netflix documentary about the case of Mackenzie Shirilla. </p> <p> </p> <p>Find out more about the cases covered each week here: <a href="http://www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com</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
Nick Houck indicted for perjury; updates on Karen Reed's lawsuit and Brendan Banfield's sentencing; Mackenzie Schirrilla case discussed.
Key points
- Karen Reed's Lawsuit. Karen Reed files a lawsuit against police for mishandling her case after acquittal.
- New Developments in Crystal Rogers Case. Nick Houck, brother of Brooks, is indicted on perjury charges related to Crystal's disappearance.
- Brendan Banfield Sentencing. Former IRS agent Brendan Banfield is sentenced for orchestrating a deadly catfishing plot.
- Brendan Banfield's Speech. Brendan Banfield gave an 11-minute speech, claiming he did not commit the crime.
- Mackenzie Schirrilla's Documentary. A Netflix documentary features Mackenzie Schirrilla's first interview after her conviction.
- Victims' Families Speak Out. Families of the victims express their pain and frustration over the attention on Mackenzie's case.
Episode highlights
- Karen Reed's LawsuitKaren Reed files a lawsuit against police for mishandling her case after acquittal.“The lawsuit says the two agencies should be forced to answer for the way their investigators handled her case.”2:04Jun 11, 2026
- New Developments in Crystal Rogers CaseNick Houck, brother of Brooks, is indicted on perjury charges related to Crystal's disappearance.“Last week, Nick Houck was indicted on a felony charge of perjury.”19:21Jun 11, 2026
- Brendan Banfield SentencingFormer IRS agent Brendan Banfield is sentenced for orchestrating a deadly catfishing plot.“Christine's sister shares her grief and gratitude during victim impact statements.”22:40Jun 11, 2026
- Brendan Banfield's SpeechBrendan Banfield gave an 11-minute speech, claiming he did not commit the crime.“I was found guilty of a crime that I did not commit.”23:40Jun 11, 2026
- Mackenzie Schirrilla's DocumentaryA Netflix documentary features Mackenzie Schirrilla's first interview after her conviction.“I've never spoke before, and I never told my side of the story.”28:32Jun 11, 2026
- Victims' Families Speak OutFamilies of the victims express their pain and frustration over the attention on Mackenzie's case.“There are actually grieving families behind this entertainment.”32:41Jun 11, 2026






