The Mansion on Ocean Boulevard

Dateline NBC

  • 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.

Tension

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