The Fugitive Millionaire
- Aug 11, 2021
- 42:22
- Full Episode
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While living in paradise, a tech giant's neighbor was found dead. Then, suddenly, the entrepreneur extraordinaire was on the run, taunting authorities and tantalizing the press. It was a riveting game of hide-and-seek, but were police chasing the right man? Keith Morrison reports in this Dateline classic. Originally aired on NBC on March 26, 2015.
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Brief Summary
John McAfee's chaotic life and neighbor's murder lead to an international manhunt and his eventual demise.
Key points
- The Millionaire on the Run. John McAfee, a millionaire computer genius, becomes a fugitive after a murder.
- The Strange Life of John McAfee. McAfee's bizarre behavior raises questions about his mental state and safety.
- A Murder Mystery Unfolds. The murder of Greg Fall reveals a dark neighborhood dispute.
- A Shocking Revelation. McAfee claims the bullet meant for Fall was actually intended for him.
- The Search for McAfee. As the police hunt for McAfee, he taunts them from hiding.
- The Media Circus. John McAfee's life becomes a sensational story as he hides from authorities.
Episode highlights
- The Millionaire on the RunJohn McAfee, a millionaire computer genius, becomes a fugitive after a murder.“And the millionaire was suddenly on the run, taunting authorities.”0:42Aug 11, 2021
- The Strange Life of John McAfeeMcAfee's bizarre behavior raises questions about his mental state and safety.“I think that the jungle and that environment started to infect him.”7:13Aug 11, 2021
- A Murder Mystery UnfoldsThe murder of Greg Fall reveals a dark neighborhood dispute.“His body was there, motionless.”9:36Aug 11, 2021
- A Shocking RevelationMcAfee claims the bullet meant for Fall was actually intended for him.“The bullet that killed Fall had really been meant for him.”16:59Aug 11, 2021
- The Search for McAfeeAs the police hunt for McAfee, he taunts them from hiding.“John McAfee seemed to be toying with the police, leaving clues in his blog.”18:53Aug 11, 2021
- The Media CircusJohn McAfee's life becomes a sensational story as he hides from authorities.“A crazy man on the run is far more sensational than a political problem.”28:28Aug 11, 2021
- The Mysterious DeathJohn McAfee is found dead in his jail cell, raising questions about his life and choices.“Authorities suspected it was suicide.”41:46Aug 11, 2021
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