Ep 5. Shot In The Dark

Deadline: Crime with Tamron Hall season 6 episode 5, entitled "Shot in the Dark," follows the investigation of a murder case that left a small community shaken. The episode explores the story of the murder of lawyer Richard Pryce, who was found dead in his home in an affluent part of Houston, Texas.

Tamron Hall delves into the details of the case, interviewing the lead detectives, family members and friends of Richard, and witnesses who might have seen something that could contribute to the investigation. Through their testimonies, Tamron unravels a web of secrets, lies, and betrayal, as nothing is as it seems in this puzzling case.

The victim, Richard Pryce, was a successful defense lawyer known for taking on high-profile cases and winning big. He was also a doting father of two and a loving husband. The community was shocked when news of his death broke, and quickly rumors started to spread. A manhunt ensued, with the authorities frantically searching for the killer, but the case quickly went cold, and people started to lose hope.

However, the case was re-opened several years later, and new evidence came to light. The investigation reopened, lead detectives pieced together fragments of evidence, including emails and phone calls, to paint a full picture of the events leading up to Richard's death.

As Tamron Hall digs deeper into the story, she uncovers a series of events that ultimately led to Richard's murder. She interviews the people who knew him best and retraces his steps in the days leading up to his death. Some key figures in the story include Richard's wife, who was arrested and tried for his murder, as well as some of his colleagues and business associates.

With a tragic murder at the heart of the story, this episode of Deadline: Crime with Tamron Hall is a gripping exploration of a case that kept many in suspense for years. It provides a fascinating insight into the workings of law enforcement in complex murder cases, and the lengths that detectives will go to in order to bring killers to justice.

Viewers also get a glimpse of the Pryce family’s grief, as well as the community’s reaction to the case. In a story that is ultimately about love, lies, and betrayal, Shot in the Dark is a must-watch episode for true crime fans and anyone who loves a good mystery.