The Mansion on Ocean Boulevard
- Sep 9, 2020
- 40:24
- Full Episode
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In this Dateline classic, when two tragic deaths occur within one week of each other in a wealthy area in California, families begin to wonder what happened inside a beachfront mansion. Josh Mankiewicz reports. Updated on January 24, 2021.
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Brief Summary
Two mysterious deaths in Coronado spark investigations and a civil trial, raising questions about foul play and justice.
Key points
- A Mysterious Death. A young woman is found dead at her boyfriend's mansion, raising suspicions of foul play.
- Two Tragic Deaths. The deaths of Max Shackney and Rebecca Zahau intertwine, leading to a complex investigation.
- Unraveling the Mystery. As investigators dig deeper, questions arise about the circumstances surrounding Rebecca's death.
- Dina's Determination. Dina Shackney continues to seek justice for her son Max, believing he was murdered.
- The Verdict. The jury finds Adam Shackney responsible for Rebecca Zahau's death, but it's not a criminal conviction.
Episode highlights
- A Mysterious DeathA young woman is found dead at her boyfriend's mansion, raising suspicions of foul play.“This is a very bizarre death.”0:20Sep 9, 2020
- Two Tragic DeathsThe deaths of Max Shackney and Rebecca Zahau intertwine, leading to a complex investigation.“No mom wants to hear that her son was a victim of a homicide.”0:51Sep 9, 2020
- Unraveling the MysteryAs investigators dig deeper, questions arise about the circumstances surrounding Rebecca's death.“The mystery at this mansion was only getting deeper.”12:48Sep 9, 2020
- Dina's DeterminationDina Shackney continues to seek justice for her son Max, believing he was murdered.“You're convinced that Max died not as the result of an accident, but a murder? Yes, homicide.”27:00Sep 9, 2020
- The VerdictThe jury finds Adam Shackney responsible for Rebecca Zahau's death, but it's not a criminal conviction.“The answer is yes, meaning that the jury found Adam Shackney responsible for Rebecca Zahow's death.”38:22Sep 9, 2020
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