Chapter
The Strange Obsession of Eric Panky
52:53 - 59:30 (06:36)
Eric Panky was the prime suspect in the disappearance of Janelle Matthews and filed a court petition saying the arrest was an attempt to force him to become an informant in Janelle's case.
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James Panky, who was arrested in connection with the Janelle Matthews case has been making strange comments in court filings.
52:53 - 54:58 (02:04)
Summary
James Panky, who was arrested in connection with the Janelle Matthews case has been making strange comments in court filings. Panky believes his arrest was an attempt to make him an informant and that he risks the death penalty if he reveals Janelle's whereabouts.
ChapterThe Strange Obsession of Eric Panky
EpisodeFootprints in the Snow
PodcastDateline NBC
The detectives' conversation with Steve Panky, a potential suspect in the Janelle Matthews case, took a strange turn as Panky discussed personal aspects of his history and sexual orientation, unrelated to the case.
54:58 - 56:02 (01:04)
Summary
The detectives' conversation with Steve Panky, a potential suspect in the Janelle Matthews case, took a strange turn as Panky discussed personal aspects of his history and sexual orientation, unrelated to the case. Panky refused to talk without his attorney or an agreement to protect him.
ChapterThe Strange Obsession of Eric Panky
EpisodeFootprints in the Snow
PodcastDateline NBC
The ex-husband of a missing woman was obsessed with her case, jumping out of his seat in church at the mention of her name.
56:02 - 59:30 (03:27)
Summary
The ex-husband of a missing woman was obsessed with her case, jumping out of his seat in church at the mention of her name. After refusing to talk to detectives, he started speaking to anyone who would listen.