Running Man
- Nov 18, 2025
- 1:22:25
- Full Episode
<p>Investigators find a car engulfed in flames and pull a body from the wreckage. Was it an accident, or something more sinister? Andrea Canning returns to her hometown to report on the mystery.</p><p>Blayne Alexander 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/4oZNNuk">https://apple.co/4oZNNuk</a></p><p>Listen on Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/7Eb5rLM7dbGVrNWOKUjMIb">https://open.spotify.com/episode/7Eb5rLM7dbGVrNWOKUjMIb</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
Ashley Schwamm was murdered by her husband, James, who staged her death as an accident.
Key points
- A Tragic Accident. Ashley Schwamm, a devoted mother, dies in a fiery car crash, leaving her family shattered.
- The Search for Clues. Detectives find a mysterious running man on video, leading to more questions about the crash.
- Secrets Behind Closed Doors. As investigators dig deeper, they uncover secrets that complicate Ashley's tragic death.
- A Family in Mourning. James Schwamm is thrust into the role of grieving single dad after Ashley's death.
- A Tragic Turn. Ashley’s death shifts from an accident to a murder investigation as autopsy results reveal shocking truths.
- Detective's Doubts. Detectives begin to question James's alibi as surveillance footage fails to capture him during the critical time.
Episode highlights
- A Tragic AccidentAshley Schwamm, a devoted mother, dies in a fiery car crash, leaving her family shattered.“None of us would have thought this was going to happen to her.”0:39Nov 18, 2025
- The Search for CluesDetectives find a mysterious running man on video, leading to more questions about the crash.“We call him Running Man.”0:57Nov 18, 2025
- Secrets Behind Closed DoorsAs investigators dig deeper, they uncover secrets that complicate Ashley's tragic death.“But everything was not as it seemed.”2:03Nov 18, 2025
- A Family in MourningJames Schwamm is thrust into the role of grieving single dad after Ashley's death.“He went right in my arms crying, saying I'm so sorry.”17:22Nov 18, 2025
- A Tragic TurnAshley’s death shifts from an accident to a murder investigation as autopsy results reveal shocking truths.“In the span of two days, Ashley's death had gone from tragic accident to clear-cut murder.”30:21Nov 18, 2025
- Detective's DoubtsDetectives begin to question James's alibi as surveillance footage fails to capture him during the critical time.“The absence of video, the absence of evidence is not looking good for James Schwamm.”43:57Nov 18, 2025
- James Schwamm's SentencingJames Schwamm received life in prison for the murder of his wife Ashley, with a chance of parole in 20 years.“It's the longest sentence in Canadian history for a person with no prior record.”1:19:25Nov 18, 2025
- Memorial for AshleyA memorial hike was held in honor of Ashley, celebrating her life and raising funds for children of domestic violence victims.“They expected 100 to 125, and they got 175.”1:20:33Nov 18, 2025
