The Beauty and the Beast Mystery
- Dec 29, 2020
- 42:07
- Full Episode
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<p>In this Dateline classic, Lisa and Scott Pattison marry on a fairy tale day and build a life together in central Indiana. But one day in July 2009, their marriage comes to a horrifying end as Scott races his gravely injured wife to the hospital, calling 911. Dennis Murphy reports. Originally aired on NBC on February 25, 2011.</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
Lisa Pattison's death was ruled a murder after evidence contradicted her husband's account of a workout accident.
Key points
- Beauty and the Beast Wedding. Lisa and Scott's wedding day was a fairytale moment, but it would end tragically.
- Tragic Accident or Something More?. Lisa's death during a workout raises questions of foul play.
- The Affair. Scott reveals he had an affair, complicating the investigation into Lisa's death.
- Unexpected Autopsy Findings. The autopsy reveals Lisa died from slow neck compression, not a sudden accident.
- Surveillance System Lead. A call from a burglar alarm company leads detectives to new evidence in the case.
- Scott Patterson's Timeline Unravels. Detective Davis discovers Scott's surveillance footage contradicts his alibi, revealing a shocking timeline.
Episode highlights
- Tragic Accident or Something More?Lisa's death during a workout raises questions of foul play.“A simple, tragic accident.”0:17Dec 29, 2020
- The AffairScott reveals he had an affair, complicating the investigation into Lisa's death.“I had an affair.”11:32Dec 29, 2020
- Unexpected Autopsy FindingsThe autopsy reveals Lisa died from slow neck compression, not a sudden accident.“Death by slow pressure to the windpipe rather than a bone-breaking catastrophic plunge.”20:32Dec 29, 2020
- Surveillance System LeadA call from a burglar alarm company leads detectives to new evidence in the case.“It's funny in criminal investigations how sometimes things fall into your lap from the most unexpected places.”22:23Dec 29, 2020
- Scott Patterson's Timeline UnravelsDetective Davis discovers Scott's surveillance footage contradicts his alibi, revealing a shocking timeline.“Holy cow, he really did it.”24:39Dec 29, 2020
- The VerdictAfter tense deliberations, the jury finds Scott Patterson guilty of murder, leaving his family in tears.“Guilty as charged.”38:41Dec 29, 2020
Tension
85/ 100High tension
