The Music Box
- Jan 14, 2020
- 1:23:03
- Full Episode
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<p>When Lisa Ziegert is abducted during her evening shift at a gift shop, local detectives, state police and the FBI work relentlessly to find her. Her family keeps the case in the public eye for decades, until the dogged investigators finally solve the mystery. Andrea Canning reports. Originally aired on NBC on January 10, 2020.</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
Lisa Ziegert's 1992 murder case was solved after 25 years when Gary Shara confessed and was linked to the crime through DNA evidence.
Key points
- The Disappearance of Lisa Ziegert. Lisa Ziegert goes missing during her evening shift at a gift shop, triggering a frantic search.
- The Discovery of a Body. Four days after her disappearance, Lisa's body is found, confirming the worst fears of her family.
- A Community in Shock. The small town of Agawam is rocked by the news of Lisa's disappearance, leading to fear and anxiety.
- Eerie Feelings. Lisa often expressed a feeling of being watched, which became significant in the investigation.
- Rumors and Accusations. The community became obsessed with theories about Lisa's murder, particularly targeting Ed Borgatti.
- Unsolved Mysteries Boost. The TV show aired a segment on Lisa's case, generating hundreds of tips but no breakthroughs.
Episode highlights
- The Discovery of a BodyFour days after her disappearance, Lisa's body is found, confirming the worst fears of her family.“So her body was found?”0:18Jan 14, 2020
- A Community in ShockThe small town of Agawam is rocked by the news of Lisa's disappearance, leading to fear and anxiety.“A sleepy little town learned about real fear after Lisa's murder.”19:20Jan 14, 2020
- Eerie FeelingsLisa often expressed a feeling of being watched, which became significant in the investigation.“Someone was watching her.”23:27Jan 14, 2020
- Rumors and AccusationsThe community became obsessed with theories about Lisa's murder, particularly targeting Ed Borgatti.“Many in Agawam continue to believe Ed Borgatti was involved in Lisa's murder.”31:02Jan 14, 2020
- Unsolved Mysteries BoostThe TV show aired a segment on Lisa's case, generating hundreds of tips but no breakthroughs.“It did.”39:00Jan 14, 2020
- A Mother's LoveLisa's family worked tirelessly to keep her memory alive, despite the emotional toll.“This is a real mother's love right here.”42:28Jan 14, 2020
- Detective's Haunting CaseDetective Macy felt the weight of Lisa's unsolved case throughout his career.“Did this case haunt you?”44:11Jan 14, 2020
- Groundbreaking DNA AnalysisA new DNA analysis tool emerges, bringing hope to identifying Lisa's killer.“A picture of a killer drawn by DNA.”47:36Jan 14, 2020
Tension
85/ 100High tension
