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The Staircase: Unpacking the Mysteries and Misconceptions of a Notorious Crime Case
13:27 - 19:00 (05:32)
This episode explores the infamous death of Kathleen Peterson, the ensuing trial of her husband Michael Peterson, and the media frenzy surrounding the case.
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A man was falsely accused of a crime and faced police brutality before being proven innocent.
13:27 - 15:09 (01:41)
Police Brutality
Summary
A man was falsely accused of a crime and faced police brutality before being proven innocent. The incident further strained the relationship between the community and the police department.
ChapterThe Staircase: Unpacking the Mysteries and Misconceptions of a Notorious Crime Case
EpisodeDown the Back Staircase
PodcastDateline NBC
Michael Peterson discusses his belief that his wife Kathleen's death was a tragic accident and his subsequent realization that he, himself, was the prime suspect in her murder investigation.
15:09 - 17:07 (01:57)
True Crime
Summary
Michael Peterson discusses his belief that his wife Kathleen's death was a tragic accident and his subsequent realization that he, himself, was the prime suspect in her murder investigation.
ChapterThe Staircase: Unpacking the Mysteries and Misconceptions of a Notorious Crime Case
EpisodeDown the Back Staircase
PodcastDateline NBC
Detectives investigating Kathleen Peterson's murder look at the couple's finances to understand potential motives.
17:07 - 19:00 (01:52)
Crime
Summary
Detectives investigating Kathleen Peterson's murder look at the couple's finances to understand potential motives.