Dateline NBC House of Secrets
May 28, 2024
Investigative reporter Dennis Murphy delves into the shocking case of Cornell student Charlie Tan, who goes from star athlete to murder suspect. The podcast explores the community's support for Charlie, the mysterious events leading up to the crime, and the unexpected twist in the murder trial revealing the true killer.
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The Incident
- Charlie Tan, a Cornell student, was a star athlete and popular individual.
- During a weekend visit to his parents' house, a murder investigation ensued, shocking the community.
Charlie's Early Life
- Charlie Tan excelled academically and athletically, even featured in a Random Acts of Kindness video.
- He was the son of Chinese immigrants and seemingly poised for success.
911 Calls and Initial Investigation
- A friend's mother, worried about Charlie, called 911 after he left their house distraught.
- A deputy checked on Charlie, who claimed he was fine, but later, his mother's garbled 911 call reported shots fired and her husband dead.