What Happened to Tara Grant?
- Jun 28, 2023
- 43:13
- Full Episode
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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.
Additional footage: WDIV-TV, Detroit, MI
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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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