Ep 14. A Welcome Intrusion
- TV-NR
- April 9, 2003
- 22 min
In Forensic Files season 8 episode 14, titled "A Welcome Intrusion", viewers are taken on a journey to a small town in Iowa where a young couple's dream of owning a home turned into a nightmare. In 1996, Erin and Izak Fogle purchased a house in Marion, Iowa with plans to fix it up. After several months of renovations, they discovered that their home was a magnet for unwanted visitors.
The couple began experiencing strange occurrences in their home, which included doors slamming shut and objects moving on their own. When they started hearing footsteps and voices in their home, they alerted the authorities. The police initially dismissed their claims, but the incidents continued to escalate and included a breaking-and-entering incident.
When police finally began to take the Fogles' concerns seriously, they sought the help of forensic detectives to uncover the truth about the break-ins and harassment. The forensic investigation quickly showed that the break-ins were not random, but rather targeted.
As the investigation continued, the detectives uncovered a complex web of lies and deceit that spanned the Fogles' personal and professional lives. The detectives worked tirelessly to separate truth from fiction and identify the individual behind the attacks.
Through interviews with friends, family, and coworkers, the detectives were eventually able to piece together the perpetrator's motive and identity. The forensic evidence, including DNA evidence, led to a conviction and ultimately brought the Fogles peace of mind.
This episode of Forensic Files is a riveting story of a couple's battle to protect their home and their lives. With skilled forensic detectives and cutting-edge technology at their disposal, viewers will be on the edge of their seats as the investigation unfolds and the perpetrator is brought to justice.