Secrets Unmasked
- Jun 23, 2026
- 41:10
- Full Episode
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The death of 25-year-old Ohio mom Regina Hicks at the bottom of a pond remains a mystery for nearly a quarter century, until a key witness has a change of heart. Keith Morrison reports.
Keith Morrison and Andrea Canning go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’: https://swap.fm/l/talkingdatelinesecretsunmasked
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Brief Summary
Regina Hicks was murdered by her estranged husband, Paul, who was later convicted after a witness came forward with crucial evidence.
Key points
- A Mysterious Disappearance. Regina Hicks goes missing, leading to a frantic search by her family and friends.
- A Body Found. Regina's car is discovered in a pond, revealing her tragic fate.
- The Investigation Stalls. Despite efforts, Regina's case remains unsolved for years, leading to frustration and despair.
- A Shocking Arson Case. Paul Hicks' house burns down, leading to suspicions and accusations against his ex-wife Kelly.
- A Twist of Fate. Evidence reveals a scheme to frame Kelly for the arson, complicating the investigation.
- Paul's Plea Deal. After years of legal battles, Paul Hicks pleads no contest to a misdemeanor.
Episode highlights
- A Mysterious DisappearanceRegina Hicks goes missing, leading to a frantic search by her family and friends.“We just couldn't find her. We was losing our mind. I mean, where was she?”3:41Jun 23, 2026
- A Body FoundRegina's car is discovered in a pond, revealing her tragic fate.“My mom said they found her and she was in her car. She's not with us anymore.”4:53Jun 23, 2026
- The Investigation StallsDespite efforts, Regina's case remains unsolved for years, leading to frustration and despair.“No one ever come through. Nothing ever happened.”12:09Jun 23, 2026
- A Shocking Arson CasePaul Hicks' house burns down, leading to suspicions and accusations against his ex-wife Kelly.“Did you hear anything about what happened? No.”17:01Jun 23, 2026
- A Twist of FateEvidence reveals a scheme to frame Kelly for the arson, complicating the investigation.“Kelly was being framed.”22:33Jun 23, 2026
- Paul's Plea DealAfter years of legal battles, Paul Hicks pleads no contest to a misdemeanor.“But that didn't happen. Instead, after three more years of legal starts and stops, Paul got a plea deal.”24:52Jun 23, 2026
- A Secret Witness EmergesA secret witness comes forward after 24 years, claiming to know what happened to Regina.“There was a man, a secret witness, who said he knows what happened to Regina.”26:01Jun 23, 2026
- The VerdictThe jury finds Paul Hicks guilty of murder and unclassified felony after a long trial.“The jury finds a defendant guilty of murder and unclassified felony.”37:52Jun 23, 2026
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Tension
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