Dateline NBC Part of the Plan Airs April 20 2025 on NBC

This Sunday, April 20, 2025, at 10/9c, Dateline NBC airs “Part of the Plan”, a chilling investigation into the calculated murder of Air Force staff sergeant Nathan Paet, who was gunned down in his garage in Henderson, Nevada, in 2010.

At first, Nathan’s death appeared to be a tragic suicide, but as police dug deeper into the investigation, they uncovered shocking evidence that painted a much darker picture. His wife, Michelle Pyatt, initially appeared distraught and cooperative with investigators, but her suspicious texts with her lover, Michael Rodriguez, soon pointed to a sinister plan. The couple’s open marriage and Michelle’s affair with Michael led to a cold-blooded plot to murder Nathan for his $650,000 life insurance policies.

The investigation revealed that Michelle had been texting updates on Nathan’s movements to her lover, and she even provided crucial information to ensure the murder went undetected. Along with Michael Rodriguez, who was eventually arrested as the shooter, Michelle’s role in Nathan’s murder became clear. Both Michelle and Michael were convicted and sentenced to life without the possibility of parole.

“Part of the Plan” features interviews with investigators, Nathan’s family, and the emotional toll this devastating crime had on his children. The episode highlights the premeditated nature of the crime, with digital evidence playing a pivotal role in securing justice.

Tune in to Dateline NBC on Sunday, April 20 at 10/9c for “Part of the Plan” to uncover the chilling details of this meticulously planned murder and its heartbreaking aftermath.