Dateline NBC Talking Dateline: The Breakup
Jun 19, 2024
Josh Mankiewicz discusses 'The Breakup' episode, where a nurse's murder case takes unexpected turns. Keith Morrison plays a clip with detectives facing initial suspects. They unravel complex deception, suspects' emotional responses, and viewer feedback. The importance of competent criminal defense is emphasized.
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The Breakup Case
- In 2010, Lynelle Barsoch was found shot to death, initially implicating her boyfriend.
- A security tape shifted suspicion to her best friend, Lorraine, in a twist.
Gender and Murder
- Women commit fewer violent murders, often manipulating men to do it.
- Lorraine, however, killed Lynelle herself but framed the boyfriend.
Lorraine's Actions
- Lorraine staged the scene, moved the body, and cleaned up, acting innocent.
- Moving the body proved difficult, changing her initial plan.