Dateline NBC
A murder suspect's brother under scrutiny. Breakthrough in parents' quest for answers. And should jurors question witnesses?
Feb 13, 2025
Join Alex LeRae, an associate producer at Dateline, who dives into the murky waters of the Anna Kinesiewicz murder investigation, raising questions about the suspect's brother. Reporter Brian Sheehan recounts the heartbreaking pursuit for justice in the Ellen Greenberg case, revealing new legal developments that may reopen her family's quest for answers. Judge Boyd Patterson weighs in on the controversial practice of allowing jurors to pose questions during trials, discussing its impact on high-profile cases and the dynamics it creates in the courtroom.
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- The case of Ellen Greenberg highlights the ongoing struggle of families seeking justice when authorities classify suspicious deaths improperly.
- Juror participation through questioning witnesses can significantly enhance understanding in trials, although it raises concerns about courtroom dynamics and influence.
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The Mysterious Death of Ellen Greenberg
Ellen Greenberg, a Philadelphia first-grade teacher, was found dead in her apartment in 2011, with a knife embedded in her chest. Initially ruled a homicide, the case took a controversial turn when investigators later classified her death as a suicide, citing no signs of forced entry and that the knife only contained her DNA. Her parents disputed this finding, believing that Ellen could not have inflicted the wounds on herself. They began a lengthy legal battle against the city to change the ruling of her death, which culminated in the medical examiner admitting a reconsideration of the case shortly before their civil trial.
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