Lindsay Clancy’s defense. Luigi Mangione’s bombshell courtroom confession. Plus, ghost guns.
- Aug 20, 2026
- 35:07
- Full Episode
<p>In Massachusetts, Lindsay Clancy is on trial for allegedly murdering her three children. Her family and former colleagues testify for the defense. In New York, Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, while his lawyers seek to have the state murder case dismissed. In Dateline Round Up, Alex Murdaugh appears for a preliminary hearing ahead of his retrial for the murders of his wife and son. Plus, the trial begins for one of three people accused in the ambush murder of 33-year-old father Jared Bridegan. And an expert explains ghost guns and how they can complicate investigations.</p> <p><br> </p> <p>This episode discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or visit 988lifeline.org for more resources.</p> <p><br> </p> <p>Listen to season 5 of the Dateline: Missing in America podcast: <a href="https://swap.fm/l/miafdlw" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://swap.fm/l/miafdlw</a> </p> <p><br> </p> <p>Find out more about the cases covered each week here: <a href="http://www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com/" 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
Lindsay Clancy's trial reveals mental health struggles; Jared Bridegan's murder trial continues; Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal charges.
Key points
- Lindsay Clancy's Emotional Testimony. Lindsay's mother shares heartbreaking details about her daughter's mental health struggles before the tragedy.
- Luigi Mangione's Guilty Plea. Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges, admitting to the shooting of Brian Thompson.
- Custody Battle Motive. Prosecutors allege the motive for Jared Bridegan's murder stems from a bitter custody battle.
- Emotional Testimony. Kirsten Bridegan, Jared's widow, shares her emotional response to his murder.
- Understanding Ghost Guns. Derek Pleasance explains what ghost guns are and their implications for law enforcement.
- Silencers in Violent Crimes. Derek discusses the rarity of silencers in violent crimes and their legal implications.
Episode highlights
- Lindsay Clancy's Emotional TestimonyLindsay's mother shares heartbreaking details about her daughter's mental health struggles before the tragedy.“I loved my grandchildren with all my heart.”7:17Aug 20, 2026
- Luigi Mangione's Guilty PleaMangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges, admitting to the shooting of Brian Thompson.“It's a really remarkable moment.”12:41Aug 20, 2026
- Custody Battle MotiveProsecutors allege the motive for Jared Bridegan's murder stems from a bitter custody battle.“This really goes back to this long, bitter custody battle.”23:51Aug 20, 2026
- Emotional TestimonyKirsten Bridegan, Jared's widow, shares her emotional response to his murder.“I am.”25:50Aug 20, 2026
- Understanding Ghost GunsDerek Pleasance explains what ghost guns are and their implications for law enforcement.“A ghost gun is a privately manufactured firearm that doesn't have the ability to be effectively traced.”28:24Aug 20, 2026
- Silencers in Violent CrimesDerek discusses the rarity of silencers in violent crimes and their legal implications.“The use of a silencer in a violent crime is exceptionally rare.”32:27Aug 20, 2026





