While They Were Sleeping
- Dec 3, 2019
- 40:32
- Full Episode
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<p>In this Dateline classic, Melissa Oxley wakes up to find her husband, Ben Oxley, shot in the head next to her. No one in the house sees or hears anything. Who could have committed this brutal murder? Keith Morrison reports. Originally aired on NBC May 4, 2012.</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
Ben Oxley is murdered; investigation reveals family secrets and a plot involving his wife and ex-wife.
Key points
- A Tragic Night. Ben Oxley was shot while sleeping next to his wife, Melissa, who was unharmed.
- The Investigation Begins. Detectives question Melissa as the prime suspect in her husband's murder.
- A Shocking Discovery. Alyssa, Ben's daughter, recalls seeing a shadow before the shooting.
- Life Insurance Policy. A $400,000 life insurance policy raises suspicions about Melissa's motives.
- The Night Ben Died. Ben's last words haunt those involved in the case.
- Dawn's Confession. Dawn Oxley reveals a shocking story about her involvement in Ben's murder.
Episode highlights
- A Tragic NightBen Oxley was shot while sleeping next to his wife, Melissa, who was unharmed.“You've got the wife, you've got a small six-year-old child, and you've got a 15-year-old boy in the house.”0:19Dec 3, 2019
- The Investigation BeginsDetectives question Melissa as the prime suspect in her husband's murder.“This is a case built on lies and deception.”0:51Dec 3, 2019
- A Shocking DiscoveryAlyssa, Ben's daughter, recalls seeing a shadow before the shooting.“I woke up and heard this creep after I saw someone walking in.”11:35Dec 3, 2019
- Life Insurance PolicyA $400,000 life insurance policy raises suspicions about Melissa's motives.“It sounds a lot like she had the motivation to want this to happen.”16:48Dec 3, 2019
- The Night Ben DiedBen's last words haunt those involved in the case.“The night Ben died, he said, no or never.”24:39Dec 3, 2019
- Dawn's ConfessionDawn Oxley reveals a shocking story about her involvement in Ben's murder.“The night Ben died, he said, no or never.”24:44Dec 3, 2019
- Devin's RevelationDevin finally reveals overheard conversations that change everything.“My mom was like, I want Ben to die, I just want him dead, yada yada.”28:56Dec 3, 2019
- James' ConfessionJames Matlian admits to the murder and takes responsibility.“He murdered Ben Oxley in his sleep and must live with what he did for the rest of his days.”34:40Dec 3, 2019
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Tension
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