Return to the Lonely Road

Dateline NBC

  • Mar 31, 2020
  • 1:21:55
  • Full Episode
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Brittany Stork’s decades-long quest to find out more about her mother’s mysterious death leads to a dramatic courtroom decision. The man at the center of the case tells his story to Dennis Murphy. Originally aired on NBC on March 27, 2020.

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Brief Summary

Brittany Stork investigates her mother's mysterious death, leading to a homicide ruling and the trial of Russell Adkins.

Key points

  • A Daughter's Determination. Brittany Stork embarks on a quest to uncover the truth about her mother's mysterious death.
  • The Pain of Loss. Aunt Deb reflects on the devastating impact of losing a mother.
  • Demanding Answers. Brittany confronts authorities about her mother's unsolved case.
  • A New Autopsy, A New Case. Brittany Stork prepares for her mother's exhumation, hoping for answers after decades.
  • The Bouncer's Story Unravels. Investigator Kinder doubts the bouncer's account of Dana's death, suspecting foul play.
  • Trial Begins for Russell Atkins. Brittany enters the courthouse, ready to confront the man she believes killed her mother.

Episode highlights

Tension

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