Chapter
The Ponzi Scheme Puzzle, Episode 4
28:43 - 34:42 (05:58)
Deborah is questioned by police about the Ponzi scheme and Melissa's murder, while Tony finally goes on trial eight years later. Speculations arise about Tony's involvement in Melissa's death due to the Rothstein Ponzi scheme.
Clips
Deborah Villegas is questioned about Scott and the Rothstein Ponzi scheme in relation to Melissa Lewis' murder.
28:43 - 32:02 (03:18)
Summary
Deborah Villegas is questioned about Scott and the Rothstein Ponzi scheme in relation to Melissa Lewis' murder. The detectives uncover new information that potentially links the two cases.
ChapterThe Ponzi Scheme Puzzle, Episode 4
EpisodeBetrayed
PodcastDateline NBC
An inappropriate relationship between Melissa and Scott, a fleeting incident that occurred years before the murder, was discovered by detectives but they deduced it had nothing to do with the case.
32:02 - 32:54 (00:52)
Summary
An inappropriate relationship between Melissa and Scott, a fleeting incident that occurred years before the murder, was discovered by detectives but they deduced it had nothing to do with the case. While Rothstein was grilled about the murder during civil suits, neither the police nor the FBI could connect Melissa's murder to Rothstein and his Ponzi scheme.
ChapterThe Ponzi Scheme Puzzle, Episode 4
EpisodeBetrayed
PodcastDateline NBC
Eight years after the murder of Melissa, Tony Villegas finally goes on trial.
32:54 - 34:42 (01:47)
Summary
Eight years after the murder of Melissa, Tony Villegas finally goes on trial. However, he exhibited bizarre behavior and was declared mentally incompetent to stand trial, leading to years of treatment until he was considered fit for trial.