Round two of Karen Read's defense. Josh Mankiewicz on Dee Warner. Plus, a courtroom sketch artist.

Dateline NBC

  • Jun 5, 2025
  • 31:34
  • Full Episode
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In Massachusetts, tension on the witness stand as Karen Read's defense team makes its case for a second time. Dateline correspondent Josh Mankiewicz shares updates on the case of Michigan grandmother Dee Ann Warner ahead of her husband's murder trial. And a courtroom sketch artist covering the Sean Combs trial on capturing what cameras can't.

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Brief Summary

Karen Reed's retrial progresses, updates on Dee Warner's murder case, and courtroom sketches from high-profile trials are discussed.

Key points

  • Murder Charges Filed. Dee Warner's husband is charged with her murder after her body was found.
  • Karen Reed's Defense. Karen Reed's retrial sees new witnesses and a tense courtroom atmosphere.
  • Crystal Rogers Case Update. Steve Lawson found guilty of conspiracy to commit murder in the case of Crystal Rogers.
  • Jury Selection Begins. Lori Vallow Daybell returns to court as jury selection gets underway.
  • Sketch Artist's Perspective. Christine Cornell discusses her role in capturing courtroom moments through sketches.
  • Sean Combs' Transformation. A sketch artist reveals how Sean Combs has changed since his last trial.

Tension

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