What Happened to Tara Grant?
- Jun 28, 2023
- 43:13
- Full Episode
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<p>In this Dateline classic, it looked like a model modern family from the outside -- but it’s what happened inside Tara and Stephen Grant’s home that led to an ending no one expected. Dennis Murphy reports. Originally aired on NBC on February 29, 2008.</p><p>Additional footage: WDIV-TV, Detroit, MI</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
Tara Grant's murder by her husband Stephen reveals a shocking domestic tragedy and a complex investigation leading to his conviction.
Key points
- Tara Grant Missing for Days. Tara Grant has been missing for over a week, prompting an all-out search effort.
- Discovery of Body Parts. Sheriff confirms that numerous body parts have been found, raising alarms about foul play.
- Shocking Discovery in Garage. Detectives find a female torso in a plastic storage bin in the Grant garage.
- Alicia Receives Devastating News. Alicia is informed of her sister's murder and must tell their parents.
- The Confession. Verena reveals Stephen Grant confessed to killing Tara, claiming it was an accident.
- Gruesome Discoveries. Investigators find dismembered body parts scattered in Stony Creek Park.
Episode highlights
- Discovery of Body PartsSheriff confirms that numerous body parts have been found, raising alarms about foul play.“Sheriff Mark Hackle confirms numerous body parts are found.”0:48Jun 28, 2023
- Shocking Discovery in GarageDetectives find a female torso in a plastic storage bin in the Grant garage.“A plastic bin in the garage containing a female torso.”20:18Jun 28, 2023
- Alicia Receives Devastating NewsAlicia is informed of her sister's murder and must tell their parents.“I don't even know what I said other than Tara's dead.”22:03Jun 28, 2023
- The ConfessionVerena reveals Stephen Grant confessed to killing Tara, claiming it was an accident.“He told me it was an accident.”23:12Jun 28, 2023
- Gruesome DiscoveriesInvestigators find dismembered body parts scattered in Stony Creek Park.“Grant had cut his wife into 14 pieces.”26:55Jun 28, 2023
- Trial OutcomeStephen Grant is convicted of second-degree murder, avoiding a life sentence.“Guilty of murder in the second degree.”40:37Jun 28, 2023
- Impact on ChildrenTara's children witness their mother's murder, but find hope in a new family.“Tara's children called their aunt and uncle mom and dad.”42:40Jun 28, 2023
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