The Widower Ep. 1: “My Wife’s Been Shot”

Dateline NBC

  • Feb 23, 2021
  • 40:43
  • Full Episode
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The murder of a Las Vegas wife and mother pits detectives against her wily husband who has many secrets and four dead wives.

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Brief Summary

Thomas Randolph shot an intruder, but evidence suggests he orchestrated his wife's murder for insurance money.

Key points

  • Emergency Call. A frantic call reveals a wife shot and an intruder dead.
  • A Troubling History. Thomas Randolph's past raises suspicions as four of his six wives are dead.
  • The Timeline Doesn't Add Up. Conflicting statements from Randolph create doubt about his story.
  • Secrets Revealed. Randolph's relationship with Miller is scrutinized as the investigation deepens.
  • Rufus Miller's Denial. Rufus Miller insists his brother Mike was incapable of murder, despite evidence to the contrary.
  • Judy Archie's Revelation. Judy reveals Mike was asked to kill Tom's wife, raising serious questions about his involvement.

Tension

75/ 100High tension

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