Malice
- Mar 3, 2026
- 1:22:19
- Full Episode
<p>Officials rule Jake Embert’s death a suicide. Then his family hires a private investigator, who uncovers troubling details that suggest not everything is as it seems. Blayne Alexander reports.</p> <p>Lester Holt goes behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’ </p> <p>Listen on Apple: <a href="https://apple.co/4l9THbs" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://apple.co/4l9THbs</a></p> <p>Listen on Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/3dXOw3GJtnpXOY0XcSBtuG" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://open.spotify.com/episode/3dXOw3GJtnpXOY0XcSBtuG</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
Jake Embert's death, initially ruled a suicide, is investigated as a potential murder by his wife Susan, leading to her conviction.
Key points
- Thin Investigation. The police investigation into Jake's death was shockingly brief and incomplete.
- Staged Crime Scene. Lee Wilson discovers evidence suggesting Jake's death was staged, not a suicide.
- Rachel's Discovery. Rachel uncovers Facebook messages revealing Susan's deception about her pregnancy.
- Susan's Denial. Susan Embert insists she had nothing to do with Jake's death during a phone call.
- Financial Troubles. Susan claims Jake had financial issues before their marriage, contradicting family beliefs.
- Susan's 911 Call. Susan called 911 after the gun went off, claiming her husband shot himself.
Episode highlights
- Thin InvestigationThe police investigation into Jake's death was shockingly brief and incomplete.“The entire investigation took less than an hour.”24:08Mar 3, 2026
- Staged Crime SceneLee Wilson discovers evidence suggesting Jake's death was staged, not a suicide.“If the scene was staged, that meant Jake hadn't killed himself.”31:14Mar 3, 2026
- Rachel's DiscoveryRachel uncovers Facebook messages revealing Susan's deception about her pregnancy.“I was floored.”35:15Mar 3, 2026
- Susan's DenialSusan Embert insists she had nothing to do with Jake's death during a phone call.“No, I did not.”38:49Mar 3, 2026
- Financial TroublesSusan claims Jake had financial issues before their marriage, contradicting family beliefs.“He said he used his money unwisely.”46:31Mar 3, 2026
- Susan's 911 CallSusan called 911 after the gun went off, claiming her husband shot himself.“My husband just shot himself.”49:05Mar 3, 2026
- Arrested for MurderSusan was arrested on charges of malice murder, felony murder, and aggravated assault.“Georgia wants you. I said, for what? And they said, homicide.”51:19Mar 3, 2026
- Trial DelaysSusan's trial faced numerous delays, lasting over four years before it finally began.“Oh gosh, so long, yes. Four and a half years.”53:35Mar 3, 2026
