Ep 17. The Capture

The episode The Capture from season 8 of Dateline: Secrets Uncovered explores the mysterious disappearance of Jonathan and Linda Sohus, a young couple living in San Marino, California. The episode delves into the strange circumstances surrounding their disappearance as well as the investigation that led to the eventual discovery of their remains.

Jonathan and Linda Sohus were last seen in February 1985, and it wasn't until several years later that their disappearances were reported to authorities. When police investigating the case arrived at the Sohus' home, they discovered that the couple's tenant, Christian Gerhartsreiter, had also disappeared. The investigation soon focused on Gerhartsreiter, who had been living under a false name and had a history of impersonation and fraud.

As the investigation proceeded, more clues emerged: witnesses who had last seen the Sohus couple with Gerhartsreiter, a series of increasingly strange letters that appeared to have been sent by Jonathan Sohus after his disappearance, and the discovery of a body buried in the backyard of the Sohus' home. Despite these leads, the case remained cold for years.

It wasn't until Gerhartsreiter resurfaced in 2008, living in New Hampshire under yet another false identity, that authorities were able to connect him to the Sohus case. The episode explores the investigation that followed Gerhartsreiter's arrest, including the discovery of additional remains belonging to Linda Sohus.

Through interviews with investigators, witnesses, and experts, The Capture examines the motivations behind Gerhartsreiter's various impersonations and the lengths to which he went to cover his tracks. The episode also considers the impact of the Sohus' case on those involved, including the Sohus family members who are still seeking answers about what happened to their loved ones.

As with previous episodes of Dateline: Secrets Uncovered, The Capture offers a detailed and nuanced exploration of a complex case. Viewers are invited to examine the evidence alongside authorities and experts as they attempt to unravel the mystery of the Sohus' disappearance and the capture of their alleged killer.