The Breakup

Dateline NBC

  • Jun 18, 2024
  • 41:12
  • Full Episode
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When a nurse is gunned down in her home, detectives initially believe they have a clear suspect, but new information leads them down a completely different path. Josh Mankiewicz reports.

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Brief Summary

Lanelle Barsock is murdered, and her friend Lorraine Austin is revealed as the killer after a complex investigation.

Key points

  • The Discovery of a Body. A woman discovers her friend’s body in a garage, leading to a frantic 911 call.
  • The Breakup Letter. A shocking letter reveals Linnell's intentions to leave Louis for Ike.
  • A Dark Relationship. Detectives uncover the troubled relationship between Linnell and her boyfriend, Louis.
  • The Love Triangle. Investigators learn about Linnell's secret relationship with another man, Ike.
  • The Evidence Mounts. Detectives find crucial evidence linking Louis to the murder of Linnell.
  • Detectives Rule Out Lewis. After thorough investigation, detectives conclude Lewis Bonner is not the murderer.

Tension

85/ 100High tension

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