The Mystery in Effingham County
- Sep 14, 2022
- 1:24:44
- Full Episode
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Publicly, they were a prominent family, highly respected. Privately, a jury would hear something else in a case -- that pit father against son, husband against wife, brother against brother. And at the heart of it all was a terrible family secret. Dennis Murphy reports in this Dateline classic. Originally aired on NBC on April 1, 2011.
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Brief Summary
The Height family murders reveal jealousy, betrayal, and courtroom drama as Craig Height is tried for killing his father and brother while injuring his mother.
Key points
- A Gruesome Discovery. Investigators uncover the bodies of the Height family, leading to a chilling investigation.
- The Community's Grief. The local community mourns the loss of the Heights, reflecting on their impact and legacy.
- Craig's Troubled Relationships. Craig and his brother Cary both face relationship issues, leading to turmoil in their lives.
- The Shocking Arrest. Craig Hite is arrested for the murder of his father and brother, shocking the community.
- The Affair Uncovered. Robin reveals her affair with Craig, raising questions about motives for murder.
- The Turmoil of Philip Height. Philip Height faced turmoil in his family before his tragic death, leading to devastating consequences.
Episode highlights
- A Gruesome DiscoveryInvestigators uncover the bodies of the Height family, leading to a chilling investigation.“Three people gunned down, two fatally.”4:39Sep 14, 2022
- The Community's GriefThe local community mourns the loss of the Heights, reflecting on their impact and legacy.“It was terrible.”10:08Sep 14, 2022
- Craig's Troubled RelationshipsCraig and his brother Cary both face relationship issues, leading to turmoil in their lives.“But in fact, things were about to get a whole lot worse.”23:23Sep 14, 2022
- The Shocking ArrestCraig Hite is arrested for the murder of his father and brother, shocking the community.“Approximately 8.45 this morning, Philip Craig Hite, 41, of Springfield, was arrested.”31:22Sep 14, 2022
- The Affair UncoveredRobin reveals her affair with Craig, raising questions about motives for murder.“Yes in April of 2008 I engaged in a relationship with his older brother Craig.”42:05Sep 14, 2022
- The Turmoil of Philip HeightPhilip Height faced turmoil in his family before his tragic death, leading to devastating consequences.“A man as proud as he was private, Philip Height would only open up about his troubles.”46:09Sep 14, 2022
- A Shocking RevelationPhilip learned of his son's affair shortly before his death, causing deep emotional pain.“A revelation that friends said bored into his very soul.”47:12Sep 14, 2022
- The Countdown to TragedyAs tensions rose, the countdown to a double homicide began, culminating in a tragic night.“The countdown to a double homicide was about to begin as the prosecutors saw it.”52:50Sep 14, 2022
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