The Preacher's Passion | Full Episode
- Sep 15, 2026
- 40:59
- Full Episode
An actress is dead and her preacher boyfriend prays for answers. "48 Hours" correspondent Maureen Maher reports in this episode from Aug. 2, 2014. Watch more full episodes of "48 Hours" on Pluto TV.
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Brief Summary
Felicia Tang's murder case reveals a complex trial with Brian Randon accused but ultimately acquitted of her death.
Key points
- The Fast Track to Tragedy. Felicia Tang, a rising model, meets a tragic end in 2009, leaving friends in disbelief.
- The Shocking Accusation. Brian Randon, Felicia's boyfriend, is accused of her murder, leaving everyone stunned.
- A Night of Chaos. The night before Felicia's death spirals out of control with drugs and violence.
- The Medical Examiner's Conclusion. The medical examiner states that all markers of smothering are present in Felicia's case.
- Trial Verdict. The jury returns a verdict of not guilty for both murder and torture charges against Brian Randon.
- Jurors' Reflections. Two jurors share their thoughts on the trial and the evidence presented.
Episode highlights
- The Fast Track to TragedyFelicia Tang, a rising model, meets a tragic end in 2009, leaving friends in disbelief.“I couldn't believe what they told me. Felicia was gone.”0:47Sep 15, 2026
- The Shocking AccusationBrian Randon, Felicia's boyfriend, is accused of her murder, leaving everyone stunned.“When I heard that Brian was accused of that, I was absolutely shocked.”1:13Sep 15, 2026
- A Night of ChaosThe night before Felicia's death spirals out of control with drugs and violence.“It was like two drunk people.”16:20Sep 15, 2026
- The Medical Examiner's ConclusionThe medical examiner states that all markers of smothering are present in Felicia's case.“The medical examiner concluded that Felicia had been smothered, forcibly suffocated.”24:12Sep 15, 2026
- Trial VerdictThe jury returns a verdict of not guilty for both murder and torture charges against Brian Randon.“The verdict, not guilty of torture, not guilty of murder.”34:25Sep 15, 2026
- Jurors' ReflectionsTwo jurors share their thoughts on the trial and the evidence presented.“I wish we'd had more.”38:24Sep 15, 2026
