Forensic Files

Righteous Obsession

Dateline NBC

  • Oct 25, 2022
  • 1:23:01
  • Full Episode
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<p>The investigation into a deadly home invasion involving business owner Milton Sawyer takes a turn when an unlikely witness on the other side of the country comes forward. Dennis Murphy reports.</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

Milton Sawyer was murdered by his wife Angel and her lover Isaac, leading to a complex investigation and trial.

Key points

  • Milton's Death. Milton was found dead in his bathroom, raising questions about the motive behind his murder.
  • Angel's Emotional Plea. Angel, injured and traumatized, pleads for her husband, revealing the depth of her loss.
  • Investigation Begins. Investigators begin to piece together the events leading to Milton's murder, focusing on a suspicious character.
  • Isaac's Confession. Isaac confesses to murdering Milton Sawyer, revealing a shocking twist in the investigation.
  • Louis's Dilemma. Louis struggles with whether to keep Isaac's confession secret or report it.
  • A Crisis of Conscience. Louie faces a moral dilemma after Isaac's confession, torn between loyalty and justice.

Tension

85/ 100High tension

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