Forensic Files

Mystery at Payson Canyon

Dateline NBC

  • Sep 13, 2023
  • 41:37
  • Full Episode
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<p>In this Dateline classic, Kay Mortensen, a brilliant retired professor, a man who was prepared for just about anything finds himself in the most unimaginable situation. Keith Morrison reports. Originally aired on NBC on June 28, 2013.</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

Kay Mortensen was murdered; his son and daughter-in-law were wrongfully accused until the real killers were identified.

Key points

  • A Tough Guy's Demise. Kay Mortensen, a man prepared for anything, is found murdered in his own home.
  • The Intruders' Threat. Roger and Pam are confronted by intruders who zip-tie them and threaten their lives.
  • A Bizarre Dream. A woman claims to have seen the murder in a dream, implicating Roger.
  • The Indictment. The grand jury decided to indict Roger and Pam for Kay's murder after hearing the evidence.
  • The Unexpected Call. A woman reveals a shocking truth that could exonerate Roger and Pam.
  • The Aftermath. Roger and Pam are finally freed after months in jail, but the scars remain.

Tension

85/ 100High tension

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