Mystery on Sunrise Drive
- Dec 16, 2020
- 1:25:13
- Full Episode
<p>In this Dateline classic, a Tucson, Arizona native, Gary Triano was a successful real estate developer and entrepreneur. He was known around town for his big spending ways and the elite company he kept. And then came the day that changed everything. Gary’s car was blown to pieces, with him inside, just days before his 53rd birthday. Josh Mankiewicz reports. Originally aired on NBC on June 20, 2014.</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
The episode details the murder of Gary Triano and the trial of his ex-wife Pam Phillips for orchestrating his car bombing.
Key points
- The Shocking Murder of Gary Triano. Gary Triano, a flamboyant real estate developer, was killed in a car bombing that shocked Tucson.
- The Investigation Begins. Detectives uncover a web of connections and motives surrounding Triano's death.
- The Women in Gary's Life. As investigators dig deeper, they explore the relationships that may have led to his murder.
- Pam Phillips' Life Insurance Payout. Pam received a $2 million life insurance payment after her ex-husband's death, raising suspicions.
- The Secret Tapes. Investigators discover audio tapes revealing threatening conversations between Ron Young and Pam Phillips.
- Pam's Disappearance. Pam Phillips vanished just before arrest warrants were issued, leaving investigators puzzled.
Episode highlights
- The Shocking Murder of Gary TrianoGary Triano, a flamboyant real estate developer, was killed in a car bombing that shocked Tucson.“A car explosion at a posh resort.”0:31Dec 16, 2020
- The Investigation BeginsDetectives uncover a web of connections and motives surrounding Triano's death.“Who could have done this, and why?”8:01Dec 16, 2020
- The Women in Gary's LifeAs investigators dig deeper, they explore the relationships that may have led to his murder.“Was there someone closer to home?”15:00Dec 16, 2020
- Pam Phillips' Life Insurance PayoutPam received a $2 million life insurance payment after her ex-husband's death, raising suspicions.“Did that insurance money give Pam back the lifestyle that she lost?”34:30Dec 16, 2020
- The Secret TapesInvestigators discover audio tapes revealing threatening conversations between Ron Young and Pam Phillips.“The tapes turned out to be the gold mine.”39:45Dec 16, 2020
- Pam's DisappearancePam Phillips vanished just before arrest warrants were issued, leaving investigators puzzled.“We don't know where she is anymore.”43:53Dec 16, 2020
- Pam Phillips Found in AustriaAfter evading authorities for over a year, Pam was located and arrested in Austria.“Yes.”51:17Dec 16, 2020
- Pam's ExtraditionPam was extradited back to the U.S. two months after Ron's conviction.“You can guess who was there to welcome her back.”53:19Dec 16, 2020






