Forensic Files

The 911 call in the Hollywood hairdresser murder. And investigators explore links between six violent deaths and a group called the Zizians.

Dateline NBC

  • Feb 6, 2025
  • 29:06
  • Full Episode
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<p>In a Los Angeles courtroom, prosecutors play police interviews with a woman accused of conspiring to kill her celebrity hairstylist husband. NBC News investigative reporter Rich Schapiro shares his reporting on a Bay Area-based group that investigators believe may be tied to deaths starting back in 2022. And JonBenét Ramsey's father talks to the new Boulder police chief. Find out more about the cases covered each week here: <a href="http://www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com/" target="_blank">www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com</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

Monica Sementilli's trial, Zizians' violent crimes, Sean Combs' indictment, and JonBenet Ramsey case updates are discussed.

Key points

  • Trial of Monica Sementilli Begins. Monica Sementilli's trial for conspiring to murder her husband unfolds with gripping details.
  • Emotional Sentencing for Natalie Cochran. Natalie Cochran is sentenced to life in prison for murdering her husband, with family members expressing deep sorrow.
  • Renewed Interest in JonBenet Ramsey Case. The unsolved murder of JonBenet Ramsey gains new attention with a recent Netflix docuseries.
  • JonBenet's Ransom Note. A ransom note demanding $118,000 was found in the Ramsey home, closely tied to John Ramsey's bonus.
  • Public Scrutiny of the Ramseys. As the investigation unfolded, the public began to turn against JonBenet's parents for their media interactions.
  • Advancements in DNA Technology. John Ramsey seeks to test unknown DNA found at the crime scene with new technology.

Episode highlights

Tension

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