Dateline NBC Part of the Plan
Apr 2, 2024
Las Vegas detectives uncover a secret love affair and murderous plan after a U.S. Air Force airman is shot in his garage. The investigation delves into financial challenges, family bonds, and a twisted web of lies leading to emotional confessions during the trial.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Murder in Mountain's Edge
- US Air Force Airman Nathan Paet was shot multiple times in his garage in Mountain's Edge, Las Vegas.
- His wife, Michelle, called 911, and paramedics rushed him to the hospital, but he died at 28.
Family's Grief and Questions
- Nathan's family in Guam received the news of his death, leaving them heartbroken and questioning why anyone would harm him.
- They knew Nathan wasn't involved in drugs and wondered who would want to hurt him.
Michelle's Account of the Night
- Michelle told detectives that she and Nathan were asleep on the couch with their kids until she woke up past 11 p.m.
- Nathan then got ready for work and went to the garage, where Michelle heard gunshots shortly after.