The Grudge
- Sep 8, 2026
- 40:59
- Full Episode
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Andrea Canning speaks with U.S. District Court Judge Esther Salas about the deadly 2020 shooting at her home that killed her son, Daniel, and critically injured her husband, Mark.
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Brief Summary
Key points
- The Shocking Attack. A sudden attack at the Salas home leaves a mother and son in peril.
- A Mother's Pain. Judge Salas reflects on the loss of her only child, Daniel, after a tragic shooting.
- The Perfect Plan for Murder. A killer devised a plan during the pandemic, disguised as a delivery person.
- A Mother's Despair. Judge Salas grapples with the loss of her son and the implications of her job.
- The Connection to California. Investigators link the murder of Mark Angelucci in California to the attack on Judge Salas' family.
- Mark Angelucci's Legal Battles. Mark fought for men's rights, including access to domestic violence shelters.
Episode highlights
- A Mother's PainJudge Salas reflects on the loss of her only child, Daniel, after a tragic shooting.“It's unfathomable.”1:10Sep 8, 2026
- The Perfect Plan for MurderA killer devised a plan during the pandemic, disguised as a delivery person.“A killer had devised the perfect plan for murder.”1:35Sep 8, 2026
- A Mother's DespairJudge Salas grapples with the loss of her son and the implications of her job.“Her job as a federal judge was most likely the reason her son was gone.”16:48Sep 8, 2026
- The Connection to CaliforniaInvestigators link the murder of Mark Angelucci in California to the attack on Judge Salas' family.“We weren't expecting to link up a murder in California to the attack here in New Jersey.”21:01Sep 8, 2026
- Mark Angelucci's Legal BattlesMark fought for men's rights, including access to domestic violence shelters.“He successfully argued for men's equal access to domestic violence shelters.”24:19Sep 8, 2026
- The Threat to Rhonda KennedyRhonda received a threatening call after Mark's murder, fearing for her life.“Mark didn't learn his lesson. Is Rhonda going to learn her lesson?”26:13Sep 8, 2026
- The Connection to Judge SalasThe investigation revealed a connection between Den Hollander and Judge Salas.“Turned out, Den Hollander had filed a similar lawsuit involving the draft.”36:22Sep 8, 2026
- A Bill for Judges' SafetyA bipartisan bill was introduced to enhance security for judges after Daniel's death.“It prohibits data brokers from selling judges personal information.”39:01Sep 8, 2026
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