Ruth Markel - Part 1

May 9, 2023

Ruth Markel, mother of murder victim Dan Markel, shares her heart-wrenching journey as a homicide survivor. She discusses the profound grief following Dan's tragic death and her relentless quest for justice. Ruth reflects on Dan's life, the pain of a rocky custody battle, and the emotional toll on their family. She highlights the media frenzy surrounding the case, complex relationships involved, and the ongoing impact of her son's legacy, all while advocating for legislative change inspired by her experience.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

A Life Cut Short: The Markell Family Story

02:27 • 16min

Custody Battles and Familial Tensions

18:29 • 5min

A Fateful Morning: Routine Turns to Tragedy

23:39 • 3min

Wendy's Grief and Alibi

26:22 • 8min

Media Frenzy and Complicated Relationships

34:34 • 4min

Ep 126 (Part 1): A mother’s worst nightmare and her grief leads to her ongoing quest for justice and her push for new legislation

This is the Ruth Markel story with a tribute to her son, Dan Markel

Sources for Today's Episode:

The Unveiling by Ruth Markel
An interview with Ruth Markel
20/20 episode “Over My Dead Body”
Fox News
Florida Politics
Wctv.com
Original Jurisdiction

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