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Episode

In the Bedroom
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39:10
Published: Wed Feb 16 2022
Description

In this Dateline classic, Josh Mankiewicz reports on a case that seems like a straightforward crime of passion. A husband straying, a wife betrayed, and a body found in their bedroom. What happened to Adam Kostewicz? Originally aired on NBC on August 24, 2009.

Chapters
Awetuki, an affluent oasis south of Phoenix, may seem like a close-knit little neighborhood, but behind their desert landscaping, neighbors may not know what's going on behind the doors of those perfect homes.
00:00 - 01:25 (01:25)
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Awetuki affluent neighborhood
Summary

Awetuki, an affluent oasis south of Phoenix, may seem like a close-knit little neighborhood, but behind their desert landscaping, neighbors may not know what's going on behind the doors of those perfect homes. This is the story of suburban passions, desperate housewives, secrets, and terrible prices.

Episode
In the Bedroom
Podcast
Dateline NBC
A woman mysteriously withdraws $20,000 and disappears, leaving her husband and child behind.
01:25 - 06:42 (05:16)
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Suspicious Disappearance
Summary

A woman mysteriously withdraws $20,000 and disappears, leaving her husband and child behind. A year later, they have settled into a new life when something unexpected happens.

Episode
In the Bedroom
Podcast
Dateline NBC
After meeting on a website for individuals seeking extramarital affairs, a man was shot and killed while attempting to gather his belongings to leave his mistress' home.
06:42 - 10:47 (04:05)
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Crime
Summary

After meeting on a website for individuals seeking extramarital affairs, a man was shot and killed while attempting to gather his belongings to leave his mistress' home. The shooting occurred as the man was seemingly attempting to escape through an open door.

Episode
In the Bedroom
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Dateline NBC
The prosecutor is looking closely at Grace's actions after a neighbor testified to hearing a smoke alarm and the defendant allegedly left the house, spending the afternoon drinking before shooting and killing her husband.
10:47 - 19:15 (08:27)
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Crime
Summary

The prosecutor is looking closely at Grace's actions after a neighbor testified to hearing a smoke alarm and the defendant allegedly left the house, spending the afternoon drinking before shooting and killing her husband.

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In the Bedroom
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Dateline NBC
The defense in the case of Adam Kaufman argued that the police had tunnel vision by focusing on Grace Pianca and ignoring the true culprit, Adam's mistress, Jen McIntyre.
19:15 - 25:02 (05:47)
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Crime
Summary

The defense in the case of Adam Kaufman argued that the police had tunnel vision by focusing on Grace Pianca and ignoring the true culprit, Adam's mistress, Jen McIntyre. However, the defense investigators found that the McIntyres, including Jen, had a history of owing people money, including a $400,000 debt to the IRS.

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In the Bedroom
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Dateline NBC
Five months after the murder of Adam Anhang, his assistant Jen McIntyre becomes the special administrator of his estate, including an $806,000 life insurance policy, despite being a suspect in his murder.
25:02 - 32:05 (07:02)
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true crime
Summary

Five months after the murder of Adam Anhang, his assistant Jen McIntyre becomes the special administrator of his estate, including an $806,000 life insurance policy, despite being a suspect in his murder. Is it possible that she masterminded the murder for financial gain?

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In the Bedroom
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Dateline NBC
The son of a murdered man disputes the idea that his mother's affair was in any way comparable to his father's murder, while describing his mother's emotional response to learning about the affair.
32:05 - 37:34 (05:29)
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Murder
Summary

The son of a murdered man disputes the idea that his mother's affair was in any way comparable to his father's murder, while describing his mother's emotional response to learning about the affair.

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In the Bedroom
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Dateline NBC
Grace Pianca was found guilty of second degree murder and sentenced to 13 years in prison for the death of Adam Anhang.
37:34 - 39:00 (01:25)
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crime
Summary

Grace Pianca was found guilty of second degree murder and sentenced to 13 years in prison for the death of Adam Anhang.

Episode
In the Bedroom
Podcast
Dateline NBC