Secrets of the Snake River
- Apr 8, 2020
- 42:34
- Full Episode
Synchronizing the audio with the ad breaks and transcriptThis takes a brief moment, please wait.
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.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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.
Episode highlights
- Stalking and FearRachel confides in friends about a stalker, leading to increasing tension and fear.“I think there's somebody outside.”0:33Apr 8, 2020
- Rachel's DisappearanceRachel Anderson vanishes, prompting a desperate search by her loved ones and investigators.“I knew immediately that it was bad.”7:03Apr 8, 2020
- Murder Plot UnveiledDetectives uncover a chilling plan involving Rachel's estranged husband and his friend.“I'll kill your wife if you'll kill mine.”20:48Apr 8, 2020
- Charles Capone Charged with MurderThree years after Rachel vanished, Capone and Stone were charged with her murder.“We have to charge these guys. We have to charge them both.”24:21Apr 8, 2020
- David Stone's TestimonyStone testified about witnessing Capone strangle Rachel and disposing of her body.“I came around closer toward the backside of Rachel's car. Rachel was on her back and Charles, he was on top of her, strangling her.”31:12Apr 8, 2020
- Verdict DeliveredAfter hours of deliberation, the jury found Charles Capone guilty of first-degree murder.“Guilty.”39:38Apr 8, 2020
- Capone Sentenced to LifeCharles Capone was sentenced to life without parole in February 2015.“Charles Capone was sentenced to life without parole in February 2015.”40:02Apr 8, 2020
- David Stone's RemorseStone expressed regret for his actions and the impact on Rachel's family.“It's a day that I really think about every day, and I will the rest of my life.”40:27Apr 8, 2020
Tension
85/ 100High tension
