The Night Brianna Vanished
- Nov 17, 2021
- 41:32
- Full Episode
<p>In this Dateline classic, Police and FBI in Reno, Nevada search for a brazen criminal following the disappearance of college student Brianna Denison. Josh Mankiewicz reports. Originally aired on NBC on October 29, 2010.</p><p>Josh Mankiewicz sits down with Brianna’s mother, Bridgette Denison, to find out how she’s doing these days, and to talk about how she channeled her pain into positive change. </p><p>After the Verdict available now only by subscription to Dateline Premium on Apple Podcasts. LINK: https://apple.co/3HAcMkv</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
Brianna Denison vanished in 2008; her murder led to the arrest of James Bila through DNA evidence.
Key points
- The Vanishing of Brianna Denison. Brianna Denison, a 19-year-old, mysteriously disappears from her friend's home in Reno.
- A Mother's Plea. Bridget Denison makes a heartfelt appeal for her daughter's safe return on Valentine's Day.
- Grim Discovery. A man discovers what he believes to be a body in a field, leading to a tragic revelation.
- Justice Served. James Bela is found guilty of all charges, including murder, and sentenced to death.
- Bridget's Advocacy. Bridget establishes the Bring Bree Justice Foundation to advocate for DNA law reform.
Episode highlights
- The Vanishing of Brianna DenisonBrianna Denison, a 19-year-old, mysteriously disappears from her friend's home in Reno.“Where was Brianna?”0:33Nov 17, 2021
- A Mother's PleaBridget Denison makes a heartfelt appeal for her daughter's safe return on Valentine's Day.“I just want to say to my daughter, Brianna, that I love you and I miss you.”21:15Nov 17, 2021
- Grim DiscoveryA man discovers what he believes to be a body in a field, leading to a tragic revelation.“This is not what we wanted to be. This was not the outcome.”22:20Nov 17, 2021
- Justice ServedJames Bela is found guilty of all charges, including murder, and sentenced to death.“Guilty on all counts.”40:02Nov 17, 2021
- Bridget's AdvocacyBridget establishes the Bring Bree Justice Foundation to advocate for DNA law reform.“It's not like it brings Breonna back to me.”40:59Nov 17, 2021
