The Root of All Evil
- Jan 5, 2022
- 42:02
- Full Episode
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In this Dateline classic, a young real estate investor and father is found dead in the kitchen of his Jonesboro, Arkansas home. Who could have committed such a crime? Sometimes the most dangerous people in our lives are the ones who should love us the most. Keith Morrison reports. Originally aired on NBC on November 14, 2014.
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Brief Summary
Mark Despain was murdered, revealing family betrayal and financial motives behind the crime.
Key points
- A Young Couple's Dream. Mark and Michelle Despain were a young couple trying to build a life together.
- A Shocking Murder. Mark Despain is found murdered in his home, leaving his family shattered.
- Family Feud Unfolds. Tensions rise as family secrets and accusations come to light after Mark's death.
- The Investigation Deepens. Detectives uncover troubling family dynamics and potential motives behind Mark's murder.
- A Disturbing Allegation. A troubling accusation against Mark's father complicates the investigation.
- A Shocking Confession. Michelle confesses to an affair, revealing hidden truths about her marriage.
Episode highlights
- A Young Couple's DreamMark and Michelle Despain were a young couple trying to build a life together.“They were a young couple in a hurry to make their fortune.”0:18Jan 5, 2022
- A Shocking MurderMark Despain is found murdered in his home, leaving his family shattered.“A young father murdered in broad daylight.”0:40Jan 5, 2022
- Family Feud UnfoldsTensions rise as family secrets and accusations come to light after Mark's death.“A family feud and an innocent man caught in the middle.”1:00Jan 5, 2022
- The Investigation DeepensDetectives uncover troubling family dynamics and potential motives behind Mark's murder.“Why would someone want to kill Mark Despain?”11:13Jan 5, 2022
- A Disturbing AllegationA troubling accusation against Mark's father complicates the investigation.“Mark had told multiple people, if anything ever happens to me, you'll look at my dad.”13:02Jan 5, 2022
- A Shocking ConfessionMichelle confesses to an affair, revealing hidden truths about her marriage.“My dad didn't know that.”25:28Jan 5, 2022
- Insurance Policies UncoveredTwo insurance policies worth $500,000 each raise suspicions about motives.“There were two insurance policies, each for the amount of $500,000.”25:34Jan 5, 2022
- The ArrestMichelle is arrested for orchestrating her husband's murder, shocking the community.“Armed with our new evidence, police arrested Michelle.”35:30Jan 5, 2022
Tension
85/ 100High tension
