The Promise
- Jun 9, 2020
- 42:36
- Full Episode
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<p>In this Dateline classic, two tenacious daughters set out on a quest to fulfill a promise they made to their mom. Listen as these daughters-turned-detectives try to solve the mystery surrounding their mother’s death. Keith Morrison reports. Originally aired on NBC on May 2, 2014.</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
Sisters investigate their mother's suspicious death, uncovering abuse and fighting for justice against her husband.
Key points
- A Mother's Last Words. The sisters reflect on their mother's final words, 'I love you.'
- The Sisters' Promise. Tammy and Tiffany vow to investigate their mother's mysterious death after a troubling call.
- Uncovering Hidden Evidence. The sisters discover a journal revealing their mother's struggles and possible abuse.
- The Shocking Phone Call. Tammy records a phone call with Ken, uncovering disturbing comments about their mother.
- The Verdict. The jury finds Ken Wakisaka guilty of murder in the second degree, fulfilling the sisters' promise.
- Verdict Overturned. The guilty verdict against Ken Wakasaka was overturned due to prosecutorial misconduct.
Episode highlights
- The Sisters' PromiseTammy and Tiffany vow to investigate their mother's mysterious death after a troubling call.“We can't let this go. It's heartbreaking.”0:24Jun 9, 2020
- Uncovering Hidden EvidenceThe sisters discover a journal revealing their mother's struggles and possible abuse.“Evidence she left for you to find.”15:05Jun 9, 2020
- The Shocking Phone CallTammy records a phone call with Ken, uncovering disturbing comments about their mother.“I guess I don't want to say it, but she did say, choke me so I could die.”17:22Jun 9, 2020
- The VerdictThe jury finds Ken Wakisaka guilty of murder in the second degree, fulfilling the sisters' promise.“We, the jury, find Ken Wakisaka guilty of murder in the second degree.”23:34Jun 9, 2020
- Verdict OverturnedThe guilty verdict against Ken Wakasaka was overturned due to prosecutorial misconduct.“The guilty verdict the daughters so desperately wanted pulled out from under them, just like that.”26:47Jun 9, 2020
- New Evidence EmergesA potential new witness comes forward with a story that could change everything.“A possible new witness with a very different story to tell.”28:21Jun 9, 2020
- Murder by OmissionProsecutors introduce a new theory of murder by omission against Ken Wakasaka.“A whole new theory called murder by omission.”39:30Jun 9, 2020
- The Journey ContinuesThe daughters vow to continue their fight for justice, no matter how long it takes.“As long as it takes.”41:57Jun 9, 2020
Tension
75/ 100High tension
