Ep 2. The Interrogation/The Slide

In this episode of Cold Case Files Classic, season 6 episode 2, titled "The Interrogation/The Slide," we delve into the complex investigation surrounding the murder of a young woman named Pamela Shelley.

Pamela Shelley was just 20 years old when she disappeared from her job as a convenience store clerk in Amarillo, Texas. Her body was later discovered in a field outside of town, and it was clear that she had been brutally raped and murdered.

For years, the case remained unsolved, and it seemed as though Pamela's killer would never be brought to justice. However, in 1994, a major breakthrough occurred when a man named Allan B. Tanner was brought in for questioning in another case.

During the course of the interrogation, Tanner admitted to killing Pamela Shelley, and he was subsequently arrested and charged with her murder.

In "The Interrogation/The Slide," we explore the many twists and turns of the investigation into Pamela's murder, including the painstaking work done by detectives to track down Tanner and bring him to justice.

We also delve into the psychological tactics used during the interrogation that ultimately led to Tanner's confession, as well as the groundbreaking forensic techniques that were used to link Tanner to the crime.

Finally, we look at the impact that Pamela's murder had on her family and on the community as a whole, and we see how justice was finally served, more than a decade after Pamela's death.

Overall, "The Interrogation/The Slide" is a fascinating look at the complexities of a homicide investigation, and it highlights the dogged determination of law enforcement officials to bring closure to the families of victims of violent crime.