Dateline NBC Bethany Vanished
Dec 27, 2023
A young woman named Bethany disappears, leaving behind personal belongings and a worried family. The investigation uncovers clues related to another woman, Vicki Willaby, and the presence of unidentifiable violence. Speculation and suspicion surround Bethany's husband and a new man in her life. Frustrated investigators release a murder suspect, but a new lead emerges years later. Ronald confesses to killing Bethany and assaulting Vicki, with no remorse. Legal consequences follow, impacting Bethany's family.
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Bethany's Disappearance
- Bethany Decker was a dedicated student and mother who vanished in 2011.
- Her last conversation with her mother, Kim, was troubling, and Bethany seemed distressed.
Police Involvement
- Police became involved after Bethany's family found her car and belongings abandoned at her apartment.
- The car, covered in dust, suggested it hadn't been moved in weeks.
Bethany's Life
- Bethany excelled academically, participated in marching band, and had many friends.
- After meeting Emile Decker, they married and had a son named Kai.