Forensic Files

Secrets in the Ozarks

Dateline NBC

  • Jun 6, 2023
  • 1:22:59
  • Full Episode
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<p>When the body of 22-year-old college student Rebekah Gould is found a week after she vanished, theories about her murder run rampant through the Arkansas Ozarks. 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

Rebecca Gould's murder case is solved after 16 years when cousin Billy Miller confesses to killing her, leading to a 40-year sentence.

Key points

  • The Discovery of Rebecca's Body. Authorities find Rebecca's body near a big tree, confirming the family's worst fears.
  • The Gruesome Cause of Death. An autopsy reveals Rebecca died from blunt force trauma, suggesting a violent end.
  • A Heartbreaking Funeral. Rebecca's family struggles to plan her funeral, choosing a pink casket in her memory.
  • The Missing Suitcase. A suitcase could lead detectives to Rebecca's killer, revealing a deeper motive.
  • Casey's Alibi. Casey's co-workers provide an alibi, but suspicions linger as investigators dig deeper.
  • The Frustration of a Father. Rebecca's father fights for answers, pushing for a law to improve case transparency.

Episode highlights

Tension

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