Secrets of the Desert
- May 28, 2019
- 1:24:27
- Full Episode
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<p>In this Dateline classic, the mystery surrounding the deaths of three women deep in the Sonoran desert takes 17 years to untangle, and is only solved when a fourth woman comes forward with the truth. Dennis Murphy reports. Originally aired on NBC on May 19, 2017.</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
Linda Watson disappears, her mother Marilyn is murdered; Dave Watson is convicted of both cases after years of investigation.
Key points
- The Strangest Call. Marilyn receives a shocking call from Linda's mother, igniting a frantic search.
- The Mysterious Disappearance. Linda Watson goes missing, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions and blood.
- Blood Found at the Scene. Marilyn discovers blood in Linda's home, leading to a theory of foul play.
- Marilyn's Fight for Justice. Marilyn fought tirelessly for justice for her missing daughter, Linda, even after her murder.
- A Tragic Coincidence. The murders of Marilyn and Linda occurred in the same house, raising questions about their connection.
- The Vault of Cold Cases. Linda's case, along with Marilyn's and Renee's, ended up in the cold case vault.
Episode highlights
- The Mysterious DisappearanceLinda Watson goes missing, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions and blood.“A loving mother one day just disappears.”0:15May 28, 2019
- Blood Found at the SceneMarilyn discovers blood in Linda's home, leading to a theory of foul play.“Now we have a theory of foul play.”22:08May 28, 2019
- Marilyn's Fight for JusticeMarilyn fought tirelessly for justice for her missing daughter, Linda, even after her murder.“I will do my best to try to find Linda.”34:57May 28, 2019
- A Tragic CoincidenceThe murders of Marilyn and Linda occurred in the same house, raising questions about their connection.“How often are a mother and daughter killed at the same house?”39:23May 28, 2019
- The Vault of Cold CasesLinda's case, along with Marilyn's and Renee's, ended up in the cold case vault.“All three investigations are in the vault.”46:36May 28, 2019
- The Cold Case VaultThe cases of Linda, Marilyn, and Renee remain unsolved for years, collecting dust.“We keep waiting and listening and hoping that something will come up.”47:32May 28, 2019
- A Shocking DiscoveryA DNA match from a skull found in 2003 finally identifies Linda Watson.“At last, here was proof she was no longer alive.”54:17May 28, 2019
- Rosemary's Dark SecretRosemary reveals a secret she kept for years about the night Linda disappeared.“How do I look my daughter in the eye and live the rest of my life knowing what I know?”59:20May 28, 2019
Tension
85/ 100High tension
