Dateline NBC The Sleepover
Feb 6, 2024
A mother goes missing during a children's sleepover, leading to a cold case that eventually reveals a mysterious murder. The investigation explores an affair and strained relationships, interviews a key person of interest, and discusses the tense verdict of the first trial. The second trial presents witness testimonies, highlighting motive and DNA evidence.
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The Mallorick Family
- The Malloricks, a blended family with five kids, lived in Pensacola, Florida.
- Both parents worked as air traffic controllers at the local naval station.
The Sleepover and Disappearance
- On September 21, 2001, the Malloricks hosted a sleepover for their kids and cousins.
- Sherry left for a supposed quick store errand but never returned.
Sherry's Body Discovered
- Jeff Leake, Sherry's brother-in-law, found Sherry dead in her minivan.
- He discovered her in a Wind Dixie parking lot the morning after she disappeared.