The Plan

Dateline NBC

  • Oct 15, 2019
  • 1:23:46
  • Full Episode
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A double homicide in upstate New York leads detectives on a cross country investigation to piece together a case with a surprising suspect at the center. Dennis Murphy reports. Originally aired on NBC on October 11, 2019.

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Brief Summary

Josh Niles and Amber Washburn were murdered in Sotus, New York, leading to the arrest of Charlene Childers and Tim Dean for their involvement.

Key points

  • A Disturbing Crime Scene. The aftermath of a shooting reveals a chilling scene with two victims and a child survivor.
  • The Vigil for Josh and Amber. Mourners gather outside the home of Josh and Amber, grappling with their loss and fear.
  • Charlene's Demands for Justice. Charlene stands with family, insisting justice must be served for her children's father.
  • Tim Dean's Troubled Life. Tim Dean, Charlene's husband, reveals his struggles during a traffic stop in Kansas.
  • Tim Dean's Arsenal. Video evidence shows Tim Dean with a ballistic vest and shotgun before the murders.
  • The Warning. Tim Dean warns his Uber driver about the shotgun he's carrying, raising alarms.

Tension

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