Dateline NBC Under the Desert Sky
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Jun 5, 2019 A high school beauty goes missing in West Wendover, leading to a mysterious investigation. Tire tracks and a possible body part are discovered, intensifying the search. Cody confesses to the murder, but doubts arise about the validity of his confession. Tony, Cody's fiancé, comes forward with her own version of the murder. Both Cody and Tony admit to the brutal killing of the teenager in the Nevada desert. The podcast explores their relationship dynamics, conflicting statements, and uncovers hidden truths about the case.
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Mickey's Sudden Disappearance
- Mickey Costanzo was a reliable and popular 16-year-old student who vanished after track practice.
- Her disappearance sparked a massive search and immediate police investigation in tiny West Wendover.
Surveillance Reveals Last Sighting
- Security footage showed Mickey leaving school through a rear exit with only Cody Patton nearby.
- This contradicted his initial story and made him the prime suspect in her disappearance.
Cody's Confession of Murder
- Cody confessed he killed Mickey after she hit him and fell, leading to accidental and then deliberate violence.
- He detailed attempts to hide the crime, including digging a grave and burning evidence alone.