Mystery on the Jordan River
- Apr 16, 2020
- 1:02:10
- Full Episode
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In this Dateline classic, a teenage girl is murdered at a scenic spot on a Utah river. The case almost goes cold until Jaclyn Moore, a hairdresser turned detective, finds the truth. Originally aired on NBC on May 6, 2016.
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Brief Summary
Annie Kasperzak was murdered by her boyfriend Chris Bagshaw, who later confessed and was sentenced to prison.
Key points
- The Discovery. A jogger finds a red shoe and a pool of blood, leading to a grim realization.
- The Shocking Note. Annie's note reveals a secret that sends her mother into a panic.
- The Tragic Truth. Police confirm the worst fears of Annie's parents when they identify her body.
- The Investigation Unravels. Blood samples from Daniel Ferry's home come back negative, complicating the case.
- A Shocking Revelation. Annie's friend reveals LJ is actually Chris, complicating the investigation further.
- Jacqueline's Determination. Rookie detective Jacqueline Moore vows to solve Annie's case after Derek's death.
Episode highlights
- The DiscoveryA jogger finds a red shoe and a pool of blood, leading to a grim realization.“They called police, they searched, and then a jogger found a red shoe and a pool of blood.”0:30Apr 16, 2020
- The Shocking NoteAnnie's note reveals a secret that sends her mother into a panic.“By the time you read this note, I'll be on my way to California.”7:23Apr 16, 2020
- The Tragic TruthPolice confirm the worst fears of Annie's parents when they identify her body.“Police soon determined the 20-something Asian victim was really 15-year-old Annie Kasperzak.”14:45Apr 16, 2020
- The Investigation UnravelsBlood samples from Daniel Ferry's home come back negative, complicating the case.“Blood work came back and it was negative for blood.”29:06Apr 16, 2020
- A Shocking RevelationAnnie's friend reveals LJ is actually Chris, complicating the investigation further.“She would always refer to this guy as LJ. And she said Chris.”36:34Apr 16, 2020
- Jacqueline's DeterminationRookie detective Jacqueline Moore vows to solve Annie's case after Derek's death.“Now she knew it was on her to solve the case.”38:35Apr 16, 2020
- Derek Johnson's Tragic DeathLead detective Derek Johnson is killed while trying to help a stranded motorist.“Derek was just 32 years old, leaving behind his wife and his 6-year-old son.”40:20Apr 16, 2020
- The MVAC DiscoveryNew technology reveals blood on Chris's shoes, reigniting the investigation.“It appeared the bottom of the shoe, both shoes were soaked in blood.”44:07Apr 16, 2020
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