Dateline NBC Dateline Presents: Something About Cari
Dec 2, 2025
Join Keith Morrison as he unravels the chilling mystery of Cari Farver, a single mom who vanishes amidst a new romance. The tale unfolds with unsettling texts, threats, and a shocking 911 call after a shooting. Discover the bizarre twists of stalking and arson that amplify the tension. An extensive search for a female shooter adds to the intrigue. As the investigation deepens, unexpected breakthroughs lead to startling revelations that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
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Shooting In The Park
- Cari Farver went to a park for five minutes of peace and was shot in the thigh by a woman.
- The attack left her wounded and investigators scrambling to find a female shooter in a vast, dark park.
Emergency Response And Search
- The 911 call captured the victim describing a through-and-through bullet wound and saying the shooter was gone.
- Responders rushed to a major multi-agency search with helicopter and squad cars across the river.
A Pattern Too Complex For Routine Policing
- The case combined harassment, stalking, assault, arson, and murder into a single confounding pattern.
- Detectives found the scheme uniquely elaborate and outside typical training and expectations.