Open Desert
- Jul 16, 2024
- 41:19
- Full Episode
<p>When Britney Ujlaky disappears, a small Nevada town bands together to track down a potential unknown suspect. Soon, their focus turns to someone closer to the teen. Josh Mankiewicz reports.</p><p> </p><p>Josh Mankiewicz and Andrea Canning go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’:</p><p>Listen on Apple: <a href="https://apple.co/3ZMUIgk">https://apple.co/3ZMUIgk</a><br />Listen on Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/0K7dddRaWyW4bi2z9GmHfc">https://open.spotify.com/episode/0K7dddRaWyW4bi2z9GmHfc</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
Brittany Ullacky, 16, was murdered after disappearing; her friend Bryce Dickey was charged with the crime following a complex investigation.
Key points
- The Disappearance of Brittany. Brittany Ullacki goes missing after leaving to meet a friend, sparking panic among her family.
- The Search Begins. As hours pass without contact, Brittany's father calls 911, fearing the worst.
- A Shocking Text. Alicia receives a ransom text claiming Brittany is alive but in danger.
- The Discovery. Brittany's body is found, revealing the tragic outcome of the search.
- Murder Case Emerges. What began as a frantic search for Brittany turned into a murder investigation.
- Bryce's Guilt. Bryce Dickey, Brittany's close friend, is overwhelmed with grief and guilt after her murder.
Episode highlights
- The Disappearance of BrittanyBrittany Ullacki goes missing after leaving to meet a friend, sparking panic among her family.“You can't reach your child.”1:18Jul 16, 2024
- The Search BeginsAs hours pass without contact, Brittany's father calls 911, fearing the worst.“Your heart literally drops to your feet.”5:10Jul 16, 2024
- A Shocking TextAlicia receives a ransom text claiming Brittany is alive but in danger.“We have your daughter.”20:21Jul 16, 2024
- The DiscoveryBrittany's body is found, revealing the tragic outcome of the search.“I couldn't walk. My legs didn't work.”23:05Jul 16, 2024
- Murder Case EmergesWhat began as a frantic search for Brittany turned into a murder investigation.“What had been a frantic search was now a murder case.”25:29Jul 16, 2024
- Bryce's GuiltBryce Dickey, Brittany's close friend, is overwhelmed with grief and guilt after her murder.“Now, Brittany's close friend Bryce Dickey seemed stricken with grief and guilt over her murder.”26:36Jul 16, 2024
- Inconsistencies in Bryce's StoryDetectives notice discrepancies in Bryce's account of the events leading up to Brittany's disappearance.“He changes his story in a little tiny way.”31:28Jul 16, 2024
- DNA EvidenceLab results reveal a DNA match to Bryce, complicating his claims of innocence.“By now, lab results were back on the condom found at the scene.”34:52Jul 16, 2024
