48 Hours Murder, Fire, and Doubt
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Sep 4, 2025 The tragic death of Sandy Maloney ignites a gripping investigation filled with turmoil. Her husband, John Maloney, a police officer, faces accusations of murder intertwined with addiction and abuse. A hidden videotape raises questions about justice and manipulations in the legal system. Amidst the family's heartache, theories of suicide versus murder emerge, creating a complex narrative. Loyalties are tested as supporters rally behind John's claimed innocence, navigating a landscape marred by legal corruption and the quest for truth.
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Longtime Cop Proclaims Innocence
- John Maloney was a respected Green Bay police officer who spent 18 years serving the community before his conviction.
- He says he loved Sandy and insists he did not do this crime despite the guilty verdict.
Addiction Tore The Marriage Apart
- Sandy developed chronic neck pain that led to prescription drug addiction and escalating alcohol problems.
- Their marriage deteriorated into loud fights and repeated interventions, including rehab and supervised pill consumption.
Las Vegas Sting Caught On Tape
- Five months after Sandy's death, John traveled to Las Vegas with girlfriend Tracy Helenbrand, who secretly cooperated with prosecutors.
- Tracy recorded him in a wired hotel room and pressed him repeatedly about the killing until he appeared to incriminate himself.