Nightfall
- Jan 20, 2020
- 41:08
- Full Episode
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<p>In this Dateline classic, investigators scramble to find a killer after a young mother is found dead 40 miles from Knoxville, Tennessee on the side of a country road. Andrea Canning reports. Originally aired on NBC on April 14, 2017.</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
Brooke Morris was murdered in Tennessee; her ex-boss Sean Smoot was convicted after a complex investigation revealed a violent relationship.
Key points
- The Tragic Murder of Brooke Morris. Brooke Morris, a vibrant young mother, was found murdered on a rural road, leaving her family and friends devastated.
- The Search for Answers Begins. As investigators delve into Brooke's life, they uncover secrets and relationships that may hold the key to her murder.
- The Investigation Unfolds. Detectives explore Brooke's connections, including her ex-husband and two men from her phone, as they seek justice.
- Brooke's Secret Revealed. A manila folder containing an order of protection against Sean Smoot is discovered.
- Trial and Conviction. After nearly five years, Sean Smoot is found guilty of first-degree murder.
Episode highlights
- The Search for Answers BeginsAs investigators delve into Brooke's life, they uncover secrets and relationships that may hold the key to her murder.“Did a secret lead to murder?”0:43Jan 20, 2020
- The Investigation UnfoldsDetectives explore Brooke's connections, including her ex-husband and two men from her phone, as they seek justice.“Who had Brooke come in contact with that weekend?”14:08Jan 20, 2020
- Brooke's Secret RevealedA manila folder containing an order of protection against Sean Smoot is discovered.“Did that just give you chills when you found that manila envelope?”29:50Jan 20, 2020
- Trial and ConvictionAfter nearly five years, Sean Smoot is found guilty of first-degree murder.“We the jury find the defendant, Sean Nelson Smoot, guilty of premeditated first-degree murder.”38:40Jan 20, 2020
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