Obsession
- Nov 8, 2019
- 42:38
- Full Episode
<p>In this Dateline classic, a young Wisconsin college student with a passion for music is mysteriously found dead in her bed, but it's another woman's unbelievable courage that ultimately leads police to her killer. Andrea Canning reports. Originally aired on NBC on January 30, 2015.</p><p>Andrea Canning catches up with Buck Blodgett to find out more about his work with “The LOVE>hate Project” and what he’s learned about the power of forgiveness since the murder of his daughter, Jessie, in 2013.</p><p>After the Verdict is available now only by subscription to Dateline Premium on Apple Podcasts. LINK: <a href="https://apple.co/3NLreJh">https://apple.co/3NLreJh</a></p><p>Get more information: <a href="https://www.theloveisgreaterthanhateproject.com/">https://www.theloveisgreaterthanhateproject.com/</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
Jessie Blodgett, a talented musician, was murdered; her friend Daniel Bartelt was convicted after DNA linked him to the crime.
Key points
- Jessie's Tragic Death. Jessie Blodgett was found dead in her bed after a pool party, shocking her family and friends.
- The Investigation Begins. Detectives suspect Jessie was targeted, but leads are scarce as they investigate her death.
- A Possible Connection. A brutal attack on another young woman raises fears of a serial predator in the area.
- Daniel Bartelt's Confession. Daniel admits to attacking Melissa Richards, raising questions about his involvement in Jesse's murder.
- Jesse's Parents' Heartbreak. Jesse's parents struggle to accept that their daughter's friend could be a murderer.
- Life Sentence for Daniel. Daniel Bartelt is sentenced to life in prison for Jesse's murder, leaving a community in shock.
Episode highlights
- Jessie's Tragic DeathJessie Blodgett was found dead in her bed after a pool party, shocking her family and friends.“My daughter won't wake up.”0:35Nov 8, 2019
- The Investigation BeginsDetectives suspect Jessie was targeted, but leads are scarce as they investigate her death.“This individual found that one door.”11:01Nov 8, 2019
- A Possible ConnectionA brutal attack on another young woman raises fears of a serial predator in the area.“Did you think that there was any possible connection to the park attack?”19:14Nov 8, 2019
- Daniel Bartelt's ConfessionDaniel admits to attacking Melissa Richards, raising questions about his involvement in Jesse's murder.“Yes, I went after that girl, right?”28:31Nov 8, 2019
- Jesse's Parents' HeartbreakJesse's parents struggle to accept that their daughter's friend could be a murderer.“We were saying, no, not this kid, no.”29:42Nov 8, 2019
- Life Sentence for DanielDaniel Bartelt is sentenced to life in prison for Jesse's murder, leaving a community in shock.“Daniel was sentenced to life in prison without the chance of parole.”41:00Nov 8, 2019
