Queen of the County
- Sep 23, 2020
- 42:12
- Full Episode
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In this Dateline classic, the matriarch of a prominent pecan growing family in San Saba, Texas goes missing and her caretaker is murdered. Josh Mankiewicz reports. Originally aired on NBC on April 23, 2015.
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Brief Summary
Bonnie Harkey was murdered by her grandson Carl, allegedly with the help of her stepson Bruce, driven by family greed and inheritance disputes.
Key points
- A Mystery Unfolds. The plot thickens with family rivalries, betrayal, and murder in a small Texas town.
- The Disappearance of Bonnie Harkey. The search for the matriarch begins after a frantic 911 call reveals her caretaker is dead.
- A Family Feud. The inheritance battle intensifies as Bonnie's health declines, revealing deep-seated animosities.
- Bruce Harkey's Greed Unveiled. Daryl Spink reveals Bruce Harkey's greed and manipulation regarding Bonnie's estate.
- Murder Plot Unfolds. Carl Presley confesses to his role in the murder of Bonnie Harkey, implicating Bruce.
- A Devastating Revelation. Prosecutors reveal Bruce Harkey's past involvement in a murder plot, strengthening their case.
Episode highlights
- The Disappearance of Bonnie HarkeyThe search for the matriarch begins after a frantic 911 call reveals her caretaker is dead.“I found my mom on the floor. I think she's dead.”4:00Sep 23, 2020
- A Family FeudThe inheritance battle intensifies as Bonnie's health declines, revealing deep-seated animosities.“Riley's will specifically said that Bonnie could live on that property as long as she was alive.”22:26Sep 23, 2020
- Bruce Harkey's Greed UnveiledDaryl Spink reveals Bruce Harkey's greed and manipulation regarding Bonnie's estate.“The best way I can explain Bruce Harkey is greedy and, for lack of a better word, just a jerk.”24:57Sep 23, 2020
- Murder Plot UnfoldsCarl Presley confesses to his role in the murder of Bonnie Harkey, implicating Bruce.“By the time Bruce Harkey went on trial in April of 2014, his nephew Carl Presley had confessed.”34:42Sep 23, 2020
- A Devastating RevelationProsecutors reveal Bruce Harkey's past involvement in a murder plot, strengthening their case.“Turns out, this was not Bruce Harkey's first rodeo.”39:33Sep 23, 2020
Tension
85/ 100High tension
