The House on Badger Lane
- May 26, 2026
- 40:35
- Full Episode
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<p>The three young children of a couple who live in a gated community in California hear a thump one morning that becomes the first clue in a mystery that will expose family secrets. Keith Morrison reports. </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
Julie Harper shot her husband Jason, claiming self-defense; she was later convicted of second-degree murder after a complex trial.
Key points
- A Charmed Life. They had a charmed life by the beach, but darkness loomed ahead.
- The Shocking Discovery. A body was found upstairs in the master bedroom, and the kids were missing.
- Secrets Unveiled. As the investigation unfolds, secrets in the Harper household come to light.
- A Troubled Marriage. Julie Harper's journals reveal a marriage that was not as perfect as it seemed.
- The Defense's Claim. Julie claims she shot Jason in self-defense, revealing a history of abuse.
- Julie Harper's Trial. Julie Harper faced a jury to determine if she was a murderer or a victim.
Episode highlights
- A Charmed LifeThey had a charmed life by the beach, but darkness loomed ahead.“That's what made what happened so startling.”0:42May 26, 2026
- The Shocking DiscoveryA body was found upstairs in the master bedroom, and the kids were missing.“They found a body upstairs in the master bedroom.”0:47May 26, 2026
- Secrets UnveiledAs the investigation unfolds, secrets in the Harper household come to light.“There were secrets in that house.”1:00May 26, 2026
- A Troubled MarriageJulie Harper's journals reveal a marriage that was not as perfect as it seemed.“It appeared that they were not happy with each other.”14:52May 26, 2026
- The Defense's ClaimJulie claims she shot Jason in self-defense, revealing a history of abuse.“He grabbed my wrist and my hand so forcefully...”23:26May 26, 2026
- Julie Harper's TrialJulie Harper faced a jury to determine if she was a murderer or a victim.“Was she a murderer or a victim in fear for her life?”30:32May 26, 2026
- The Jury's VerdictAfter deliberations, the jury found Julie guilty of second-degree murder.“Guilty of second degree murder. On went the handcuffs just like that.”37:28May 26, 2026
- Julie’s Future PlansDespite her conviction, Julie plans to start a foundation for domestic violence victims.“I am planning and working with a couple of people to start the Julie Harper Foundation.”38:36May 26, 2026
Tension
75/ 100High tension
