Forensic Files

Secrets of the Snake River

Dateline NBC

  • Apr 8, 2020
  • 42:34
  • Full Episode
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<p>In this Dateline classic, strange, unsettling things were happening to Rachael. Then, the young mother vanishes. What could have happened? Dennis Murphy reports. Originally aired on NBC on January 9, 2015.</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

Rachel Anderson vanished in 2010; her estranged husband and friend were later charged with her murder after chilling testimonies emerged.

Key points

  • Stalking and Fear. Rachel confides in friends about a stalker, leading to increasing tension and fear.
  • Rachel's Disappearance. Rachel Anderson vanishes, prompting a desperate search by her loved ones and investigators.
  • Murder Plot Unveiled. Detectives uncover a chilling plan involving Rachel's estranged husband and his friend.
  • Charles Capone Charged with Murder. Three years after Rachel vanished, Capone and Stone were charged with her murder.
  • David Stone's Testimony. Stone testified about witnessing Capone strangle Rachel and disposing of her body.
  • Verdict Delivered. After hours of deliberation, the jury found Charles Capone guilty of first-degree murder.

Tension

85/ 100High tension

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