The Hometown Hero & The Homecoming Queen
- Aug 6, 2020
- 41:53
- Full Episode
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<p>In this Dateline classic, an Olympic athlete and a homecoming queen share a life in the charming suburb of Oxnard, California until gunshots are fired in their backyard on a late summer night in 2009. Keith Morrison reports. Originally aired on NBC on April 1, 2016.</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
The episode details the murder of Olympic athlete Dave Laut by his wife Jane, revealing a history of domestic abuse and a controversial trial outcome.
Key points
- The Tragic Shooting of Dave Lout. Olympic bronze medalist Dave Lout is shot dead in his backyard, leaving a community in shock.
- The Investigation Begins. As police investigate, strange evidence and Jane's behavior raise suspicions about her story.
- Uncovering the Truth. Investigators discover a hidden gun in the grandfather clock, shifting focus to Jane.
- The Arrest of Jane Lout. After months of investigation, Jane Lout is arrested and charged with first-degree murder.
- The Defense's Shocking Claims. Jane's defense attorney reveals a history of abuse, turning the narrative on its head.
- Jane's Defense. Jane Loud's trial reveals her struggle against accusations of murder and her fight for justice.
Episode highlights
- The Tragic Shooting of Dave LoutOlympic bronze medalist Dave Lout is shot dead in his backyard, leaving a community in shock.“How do you kill Superman?”0:28Aug 6, 2020
- The Investigation BeginsAs police investigate, strange evidence and Jane's behavior raise suspicions about her story.“She tried to keep one of the police officers out of the laundry room.”14:08Aug 6, 2020
- Uncovering the TruthInvestigators discover a hidden gun in the grandfather clock, shifting focus to Jane.“Surely no prowler would have dropped a weapon right here in the dining room clock.”16:04Aug 6, 2020
- The Arrest of Jane LoutAfter months of investigation, Jane Lout is arrested and charged with first-degree murder.“The story, said investigators, was chillingly clear.”19:55Aug 6, 2020
- The Defense's Shocking ClaimsJane's defense attorney reveals a history of abuse, turning the narrative on its head.“Mr. Lott was a monster. He was despicable.”20:42Aug 6, 2020
- Jane's DefenseJane Loud's trial reveals her struggle against accusations of murder and her fight for justice.“I have to fight for this.”34:03Aug 6, 2020
- The VerdictAfter a lengthy trial, Jane is found guilty of first-degree murder, shocking her supporters.“We find the defendant, Jane Laubacher-Laut, guilty of first-degree murder.”40:43Aug 6, 2020
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