The Comic Book Murder
- Nov 5, 2020
- 1:24:11
- Full Episode
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<p>In this Dateline classic, Barbara George is rushed to the hospital after being found bleeding in the back of the comic book store she owned in suburban Detroit. What the nurse finds launches a decade long mystery. Dennis Murphy reports. Originally aired on NBC on January 25, 2013.</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
Barbara George is murdered in her comic book store, leading to her husband Michael's conviction for the crime after years of investigation and trials.
Key points
- Murder in a Comic Book Store. A shocking crime scene unfolds as a beloved shop owner is found dead.
- A New Clue Emerges. A witness who spoke to the killer the night of the murder comes forward.
- The Investigation Deepens. Detectives explore the relationships and motives surrounding the victim's husband.
- The Game Changer. A phone call from Mike Renaud becomes pivotal in the investigation.
- Surprise Arrest. Michael George is arrested after a dramatic interview with detectives.
- Guilty Verdict. Michael George is found guilty of first-degree murder, leading to an emotional reaction.
Episode highlights
- A New Clue EmergesA witness who spoke to the killer the night of the murder comes forward.“Then a new clue.”0:42Nov 5, 2020
- The Investigation DeepensDetectives explore the relationships and motives surrounding the victim's husband.“An untroubled husband and a very troubled marriage.”11:18Nov 5, 2020
- The Game ChangerA phone call from Mike Renaud becomes pivotal in the investigation.“Mike Renaud's story was the missing puzzle piece the detectives had been looking for for years.”24:50Nov 5, 2020
- Surprise ArrestMichael George is arrested after a dramatic interview with detectives.“The cold case had turned red hot.”33:22Nov 5, 2020
- Guilty VerdictMichael George is found guilty of first-degree murder, leading to an emotional reaction.“Guilty of first degree murder.”42:14Nov 5, 2020
- New Trial GrantedA judge ruled Michael George should get a new trial in the 1990 comic book store murder case.“It's like, OK, the greatest injustice that I had ever been associated with as a lawyer had just been corrected.”46:28Nov 5, 2020
- Heartbreaking NewsBarb's family learns the judge's decision has overturned the guilty verdict.“It tore a hole in our hearts.”48:03Nov 5, 2020
- The Stakes Are HighWith new evidence and a different jury, Michael George faces a renewed trial.“Will there be a different verdict?”49:04Nov 5, 2020
Tension
85/ 100High tension
