Forensic Files

Talking Dateline: The Secret in Black Rock Canyon

Dateline NBC

  • Jun 26, 2024
  • 23:41
  • Full Episode
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<p>Andrea Canning talks to Keith Morrison about his episode, “The Secret in Black Rock Canyon.” In 2006, 16-year-old Cassie Jo Stoddart was found stabbed to death at a relative’s home in Pocatello, Idaho. Detectives quickly learned that Cassie’s last day alive was nothing short of a real-life horror movie, with video to prove it, and the filmmakers-turned-killers were not at all who they expected. Keith and Andrea discuss his interview with one of Cassie’s killers and Keith shares an extra clip from his interview with Dr. James Garabino, a psychologist and expert on teen violence. Plus, Keith and Andrea are joined by the detective who investigated Cassie’s murder, retired Captain John Ganske.</p><p> </p><p>Listen to the full episode of “The Secret in Black Rock Canyon” on Apple: <a href="https://apple.co/49OiE6J">https://apple.co/49OiE6J</a></p><p>Listen to the full episode on Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/1OYHCln3O3cti9bjGmq4XB">https://open.spotify.com/episode/1OYHCln3O3cti9bjGmq4XB</a></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

Cassie Jo Stoddart was murdered by classmates obsessed with horror movies; insights from investigators and psychologists reveal disturbing motivations.

Key points

  • The Secret in Black Rock Canyon. A chilling tale of obsession and murder among teenagers.
  • The Disturbing Nature of Teen Violence. A psychologist discusses the influences of horror movies on troubled youth.
  • Interview with Captain John Gansky. Insights from the investigator who led the case against Cassie's murderers.
  • Trial of Karen Reed. Exploring the case of Karen Reed, accused of murdering her boyfriend. 'She denies the charges.'
  • Upcoming Verdict. The jury has deliberated, and the verdict will be revealed soon. 'We'll have the verdict for you when it happens.'

Tension

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