The Goldfinger Mystery
- Jun 2, 2021
- 41:32
- Full Episode
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<p>In this Dateline classic, California entrepreneurs James and Pamela Fayed live a golden life. In a few short years they turn a fledgling coin company into a gold trading empire. But when Pamela is brutally stabbed to death and it’s captured on tape, questions about her murder reveal a federal fraud investigation and a marriage filled with lies. Josh Mankiewicz reports. Originally aired on NBC on January 20, 2012.</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
Pamela Fayyad was murdered amid a bitter divorce; her husband Jim was later convicted of orchestrating the crime.
Key points
- Pamela's Last Moments. Pamela Fayyad was brutally attacked in a parking garage, leaving a chilling scene.
- The Goldfinger Mystery. A baffling murder case involving greed and betrayal unfolds around a couple's divorce.
- A Bitter Divorce. The Fayyads' marriage deteriorated amidst a high-stakes divorce and financial struggles.
- The Wrong Exit. A red Suzuki pulls up to the garage exit, raising suspicions after the attack.
- Jose Moya Arrested. Jose Moya, the ranch hand, is arrested and charged with Pam's murder.
- Confession in Jail. Jim Fayette's cellmate reveals that he confessed to hiring someone to kill Pam.
Episode highlights
- The Goldfinger MysteryA baffling murder case involving greed and betrayal unfolds around a couple's divorce.“It's a baffling case of murder, millions, and a mystifying piece of tape.”0:24Jun 2, 2021
- A Bitter DivorceThe Fayyads' marriage deteriorated amidst a high-stakes divorce and financial struggles.“It was a struggle, they argued.”12:39Jun 2, 2021
- The Wrong ExitA red Suzuki pulls up to the garage exit, raising suspicions after the attack.24:50Jun 2, 2021
- Jose Moya ArrestedJose Moya, the ranch hand, is arrested and charged with Pam's murder.25:54Jun 2, 2021
- Confession in JailJim Fayette's cellmate reveals that he confessed to hiring someone to kill Pam.30:07Jun 2, 2021
- Guilty VerdictThe jury finds Jim Fayyad guilty of murder, sentencing him to death.40:26Jun 2, 2021
Tension
85/ 100High tension
