The Killing in Cobb County
- Jul 15, 2020
- 41:36
- Full Episode
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In this Dateline classic, a story of obsession boils over into a brutal crime. Right away, one woman said she knew what happened. Yet, it takes years to bring the alleged killer to trial with a verdict that was far from the end of this case. Andrea Canning reports. Originally aired on NBC on November 29, 2013.
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Brief Summary
Carmen Smith was murdered, and her son Nick was stabbed; Lottie's recantation complicates the case against Wasim Dacre.
Key points
- A Mother's Love. Carmen Smith, a devoted mother, is tragically murdered, leaving her son Nick fighting for his life.
- The Stalker. Lottie Spencer reveals her terrifying experience with a stalker, Wasim Dacre, who escalated his obsession.
- The Breakthrough. After years of investigation, DNA technology finally links Wasim Dacre to Carmen's murder.
- Dacre's Conviction. Wasim Dacre is found guilty of the murder of Carmen Smith, marking a significant moment in the trial.
- Lottie's Confession. Lottie Spencer reveals she had a consensual relationship with Waseem Dacre, contradicting her previous claims.
- New Trial Motion. Lottie Spencer files affidavits for Dacre's new trial, claiming her previous testimony was false.
Episode highlights
- A Mother's LoveCarmen Smith, a devoted mother, is tragically murdered, leaving her son Nick fighting for his life.“She loved her son more than anything in the whole world.”0:20Jul 15, 2020
- The StalkerLottie Spencer reveals her terrifying experience with a stalker, Wasim Dacre, who escalated his obsession.“He just started flipping out, yelling...”10:48Jul 15, 2020
- The BreakthroughAfter years of investigation, DNA technology finally links Wasim Dacre to Carmen's murder.“There was a match.”22:24Jul 15, 2020
- Dacre's ConvictionWasim Dacre is found guilty of the murder of Carmen Smith, marking a significant moment in the trial.“We the jury find the defendant, Wasim Dacre, guilty as to count one malice murder.”27:14Jul 15, 2020
- Lottie's ConfessionLottie Spencer reveals she had a consensual relationship with Waseem Dacre, contradicting her previous claims.“Mr. Dacre and I had a consensual sexual relationship.”30:31Jul 15, 2020
- New Trial MotionLottie Spencer files affidavits for Dacre's new trial, claiming her previous testimony was false.“I couldn't let it go. I have a conscience.”33:40Jul 15, 2020
- Judge's RulingJudge Staley rejects Dacre's motion for a new trial, citing Lottie's lack of credibility.“The right results were reached for the right reasons.”39:37Jul 15, 2020
- Unlikely AlliesLottie Spencer sides with Dacre after his conviction, raising questions about her motivations.“Are you ever going to give up on Wasim?”40:53Jul 15, 2020
Tension
85/ 100High tension
