The Adelson children take the stand. A missing woman's husband is arrested. And a deep dive on DNA.
- Aug 28, 2025
- 30:42
- Full Episode
Two of Donna Adelson's children testify this week for the prosecution. In Northern California, a missing woman's husband is indicted for her murder more than a year after she vanished -- and a year and a half after he was indicted on felony domestic violence charges for an alleged attack on her. Plus, a former prosecutor on DNA's uses and pitfalls.
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Brief Summary
Donna Adelson's murder trial continues, Tyler McCain charged with wife's murder, Cardi B faces civil trial for alleged assault.
Key points
- Murder Charge with No Body. In a historic move, Shasta County is trying a murder case without a body.
- Rob Adelson's Testimony. Rob Adelson testifies about his mother's controlling nature and her feelings towards Dan Markell.
- Domestic Violence Allegations. Nikki's sisters reveal the history of domestic violence leading up to her disappearance.
- Tyler McCain Indicted for Murder. Tyler McCain has been charged with the murder of his wife Nikki, who has been missing for almost a year.
- Shocking Admission. Tyler McCain allegedly admitted to killing Nikki, according to a confidential informant.
- Cardi B's Verbal Altercation. Cardi B's lawyer claims the incident was purely verbal, with no physical contact.
Episode highlights
- Murder Charge with No BodyIn a historic move, Shasta County is trying a murder case without a body.“It's the first time in Shasta County history they're trying to get someone for a murder charge with no body.”0:40Aug 28, 2025
- Rob Adelson's TestimonyRob Adelson testifies about his mother's controlling nature and her feelings towards Dan Markell.“I think my mom.”6:51Aug 28, 2025
- Domestic Violence AllegationsNikki's sisters reveal the history of domestic violence leading up to her disappearance.“Before Nikki disappeared, her husband, Tyler, had been indicted on four counts of domestic violence.”11:05Aug 28, 2025
- Tyler McCain Indicted for MurderTyler McCain has been charged with the murder of his wife Nikki, who has been missing for almost a year.“Even without finding Nikki's body, the Shasta County DA charged Tyler McCain with his wife's murder.”11:37Aug 28, 2025
- Shocking AdmissionTyler McCain allegedly admitted to killing Nikki, according to a confidential informant.“Tyler admitted to killing Nikki at some point.”15:54Aug 28, 2025
- Cardi B's Verbal AltercationCardi B's lawyer claims the incident was purely verbal, with no physical contact.“It was like a verbal fight, but it didn't get physical.”21:33Aug 28, 2025
- Ghislaine Maxwell's Interview ReleasedAudio and transcripts from Maxwell's interview raise questions about her involvement in trafficking.“That list doesn't actually exist.”22:45Aug 28, 2025
- Virginia Giuffre's MemoirVirginia Giuffre was writing a memoir before her death, set to release posthumously.“It's called Nobody's Girl.”24:18Aug 28, 2025
