Vanished
- Jun 10, 2020
- 42:42
- Full Episode
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In this Dateline classic, Sandi Johnson, a devoted mother, mysteriously vanishes the day before her son’s 5th birthday party. Andrea Canning reports. Originally aired on NBC on May 9, 2014.
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Brief Summary
Sandy Johnson vanished before her son's birthday; her case involved three suspects, leading to Cliff Reed's manslaughter plea after years of investigation.
Key points
- The Search for Sandy's Car. Sandy's abandoned car is discovered, raising alarms about her fate.
- Three Potential Suspects. Investigators focus on Sandy's estranged husband, secret boyfriend, and a former colleague.
- The Disappearance of Sandy Johnson. Sandy Johnson vanished on the eve of her son's fifth birthday, leaving her family in turmoil.
- Unraveling the Marriage. Sandy's troubled marriage and financial issues come to light as investigators dig deeper.
- Secrets Revealed. Detectives uncover Sandy's hidden relationships, complicating the investigation further.
- Cliff Reed's Troubling History. Cliff Reed had a troubling history with women, raising suspicions during the investigation.
Episode highlights
- The Search for Sandy's CarSandy's abandoned car is discovered, raising alarms about her fate.“It was suspicious to police that he wasn't upfront about that from the beginning.”0:54Jun 10, 2020
- Three Potential SuspectsInvestigators focus on Sandy's estranged husband, secret boyfriend, and a former colleague.“So you have three potential suspects.”1:07Jun 10, 2020
- The Disappearance of Sandy JohnsonSandy Johnson vanished on the eve of her son's fifth birthday, leaving her family in turmoil.“But suddenly, she was gone.”1:37Jun 10, 2020
- Unraveling the MarriageSandy's troubled marriage and financial issues come to light as investigators dig deeper.“They had gotten to the point and it was sort of assumed that they would be divorced.”12:38Jun 10, 2020
- Secrets RevealedDetectives uncover Sandy's hidden relationships, complicating the investigation further.“Clue by clue, investigators were uncovering secrets of Sandy's.”19:16Jun 10, 2020
- Cliff Reed's Troubling HistoryCliff Reed had a troubling history with women, raising suspicions during the investigation.“Cliff was a misogynist.”24:00Jun 10, 2020
- Discovery of Sandy's RemainsSandy's remains were discovered, bringing closure to her family after years of searching.“Finally, Sandy's family had the cold comfort of a funeral.”27:52Jun 10, 2020
- Cliff Reed's ArrestAfter years of investigation, Cliff Reed was arrested and charged with manslaughter.“Cliff Reed pleaded guilty not to murder, but to manslaughter.”39:18Jun 10, 2020
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