Secrets from the Grave
- Oct 13, 2021
- 40:22
- Full Episode
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In 1985, Scott Purk calls 911 to report that his pregnant wife, Meg Purk, has died by suicide. The case is closed until a suspicious house fire 24 years later leads police to question what really happened that day. Josh Mankiewicz reports.
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Brief Summary
Scott Perk is arrested for arson and the murder of his first wife, Meg, after new evidence emerges from her exhumation.
Key points
- A House in Flames. A family escapes a house fire, but the investigation reveals deeper secrets.
- A Shocking Revelation. Detective Mifflin uncovers a troubling detail about Scott Perk's first wife.
- The Ninja Burglar. Scott Perk's past as a burglar complicates the investigation into his wife's death.
- Scott Perk Indicted for Arson. In August 2011, Scott Perk was indicted for two arsons, marking a significant breakthrough.
- Exhumation of Meg Perk. In September 2011, the bodies of Meg and her baby son were exhumed, revealing crucial evidence.
- Scott Perk Found Guilty. After a six-day trial, Scott Perk was found guilty of murdering Meg Perk, finally bringing justice.
Episode highlights
- A Shocking RevelationDetective Mifflin uncovers a troubling detail about Scott Perk's first wife.“I was shocked and it made me wonder, okay, now I need to look into this.”10:20Oct 13, 2021
- The Ninja BurglarScott Perk's past as a burglar complicates the investigation into his wife's death.“He was the ninja burglar.”14:10Oct 13, 2021
- Scott Perk Indicted for ArsonIn August 2011, Scott Perk was indicted for two arsons, marking a significant breakthrough.30:36Oct 13, 2021
- Exhumation of Meg PerkIn September 2011, the bodies of Meg and her baby son were exhumed, revealing crucial evidence.33:30Oct 13, 2021
- Scott Perk Found GuiltyAfter a six-day trial, Scott Perk was found guilty of murdering Meg Perk, finally bringing justice.38:59Oct 13, 2021
Tension
85/ 100High tension
