Ep 17. The Key to the Crime, Part 1
- October 1, 2022
The Key to the Crime, Part 1 is the seventeenth episode of Cold Justice season 6. In this episode, retired prosecutor Kelly Siegler and her team head to Stanley, Wisconsin to investigate a cold case that has haunted the community for over 30 years.
The case involves the murder of 23-year-old real estate agent, Heidi Johnson. On May 26, 1999, Johnson was found dead in the trunk of her car in a parking lot. She had been shot twice in the head. Johnson had just closed a deal on a property that day, and her family and friends were worried when she never showed up for a dinner engagement.
The initial investigation revealed that Johnson's car had been moved several times before it was left in the parking lot where she was discovered. The police also found a set of keys in the car that did not belong to Johnson. However, the keys were lost, and the police were unable to determine what they unlocked.
Siegler and her team arrive in Stanley and set out to re-examine the evidence. They speak with Johnson's family and friends and learn that she was a social and friendly person, which makes the idea of someone wanting to harm her all the more puzzling. The team also learns that Johnson was being followed by a man in a green car in the days leading up to her murder.
The team begins to interview potential suspects and focus on a group of men who may have had a motive to harm Johnson. They also track down the lost keys and try to determine what they unlock.
The investigation progresses, and the team uncovers new evidence that leads them in unexpected directions. The team members must also navigate the small-town politics and personalities that can often complicate an investigation.
Throughout the episode, viewers see Siegler and her team working tirelessly to uncover the truth and bring justice to Johnson and her family. The episode ends on a cliffhanger, leaving viewers eager to see the conclusion of the investigation in part two of The Key to the Crime.
Overall, The Key to the Crime, Part 1 is a gripping and emotional episode of Cold Justice that showcases the dedication and determination of the show's team. The investigation is complex and involves many potential suspects, adding to the suspense as the team tries to piece together what happened to Johnson. Fans of the show will not want to miss this episode.
