Verdict watch in Navy optician's murder trial. Accused killer's ties to Zizians. Plus, AI scams.
- Jul 9, 2026
- 33:15
- Full Episode
<p>In San Diego County, jury deliberations begin in the trial of Larry Millete, a man accused of killing his wife, Maya, as she sought a divorce. In Pennsylvania, a 33-year-old woman is charged with her parents' murders. Prosecutors suspect she has ties to the Zizians, a cult-like group connected to several violent deaths across three states. In Dateline Round Up, updates on the Karen Read wrongful death lawsuit. And the U.S. Coast Guard releases new video from its investigation into a woman missing in the Bahamas. Plus, AI scams and how to avoid them. </p> <p> </p> <p>Find out more about the cases covered each week here: <a href="http://www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com</a></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
Larry Miliete's murder trial, Michelle Zyko's cult ties, and AI scams discussed.
Key points
- High-Profile Case Involves Oprah. A super high-profile case draws attention, with Oprah getting involved.
- Murder Trial Verdict Watch. The trial of Navy optician Larry Miliete is in the hands of the jurors after weeks of testimony.
- Cult-Like Group Linked to Murders. Michelle Zyko, linked to a cult-like group, is charged with murdering her parents.
- Zizians Cult Connection. The Zizians, a cult-like group, are connected to several violent deaths across the country.
- Emergency Hearing in Wrongful Death Suit. An emergency hearing is held in the wrongful death lawsuit against Karen Reed, revealing a serious tone in court.
- Lynette Hooker's Disappearance. Lynette Hooker vanished during a trip to the Bahamas, raising questions about her husband's story.
Episode highlights
- High-Profile Case Involves OprahA super high-profile case draws attention, with Oprah getting involved.0:16Jul 9, 2026
- Murder Trial Verdict WatchThe trial of Navy optician Larry Miliete is in the hands of the jurors after weeks of testimony.1:12Jul 9, 2026
- Cult-Like Group Linked to MurdersMichelle Zyko, linked to a cult-like group, is charged with murdering her parents.10:43Jul 9, 2026
- Zizians Cult ConnectionThe Zizians, a cult-like group, are connected to several violent deaths across the country.11:00Jul 9, 2026
- Emergency Hearing in Wrongful Death SuitAn emergency hearing is held in the wrongful death lawsuit against Karen Reed, revealing a serious tone in court.21:05Jul 9, 2026
- Lynette Hooker's DisappearanceLynette Hooker vanished during a trip to the Bahamas, raising questions about her husband's story.“Her husband, Brian, told authorities back in April that she fell off a dinghy.”23:12Jul 9, 2026
- Tyler McCorskey's ArrestLuxury watch dealer Tyler McCorskey was arrested due to a scam using his identity.“He was on his way to the airport for a family vacation when police arrested him.”28:30Jul 9, 2026
- AI Scams on the RiseScammers are using AI to create sophisticated fake accounts, making detection harder.“AI now can clone voices. It can generate very convincing messages.”30:40Jul 9, 2026






