Dateline NBC The Night of the Nor’easter Airs October 18 2024 on NBC
Dateline NBC is set to air a compelling two-hour special titled The Night of the Nor’easter on Friday, October 18, 2024, at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT. This special will delve into the latest developments in the high-profile murder case of Karen Read, who is accused of killing her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O’Keefe, by allegedly reversing her car into him following a night of drinking.
Correspondents Andrea Canning and Dennis Murphy will lead the broadcast, featuring an exclusive interview with Read herself. In this interview, she recounts the tragic events of that night and shares her emotional experience upon discovering O’Keefe’s body. “I couldn’t see his face or his hair, but I knew it was him. I knew it was something that didn’t belong on that lawn,” she states, capturing the gravity of the moment.
The special will also include insights from Read’s attorney, Alan Jackson, who provides a behind-the-scenes look at the defense’s strategy. He will discuss their claims that Read was framed by the police, adding layers of complexity to the case.
Viewers will gain a front-row seat to the courtroom drama that has gripped the nation, as the episode showcases dramatic moments from the trial. The special will also feature interviews with O’Keefe’s family and friends, highlighting the emotional toll that his death and the ongoing trial have had on them, including the harassment they faced from Read’s supporters outside the courthouse.
Karen Read is preparing for a retrial after a mistrial was declared earlier this year. She maintains her plea of not guilty. This Dateline NBC special promises to provide a thorough exploration of a case that continues to spark interest and debate.
Release Date & Time: 9:00 PM Friday 18 October 2024 on NBC
Dateline NBC Cast – Season 33 Episode 1
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Lester Holt Willie Geist Meredith Vieira Kate Snow Craig Melvin Andrea Canning Hoda Kotb Josh Mankiewicz Keith Morrison Dennis Murphy |