Ep 5. Lady in the Lake
- October 19, 2020
In the fifth episode of season 2 of Unsolved Mysteries, titled "Lady in the Lake", viewers are taken to the sleepy town of Eufaula, Oklahoma where in 1992, the body of a young woman was found floating in the lake. Despite efforts to identify her, the woman remained a mystery until she was finally identified as Peggy Houser in 2018, 26 years after her murder.
The episode details the process of how Peggy's loved ones and law enforcement officials learned of her disappearance and discovery as well as the obstacles they encountered in uncovering her true identity. Viewers will hear from Peggy's sisters and niece who describe her as a "free spirit" who loved to travel and never stayed in one place for long. They share photographs and memories of Peggy that help paint a picture of who she was before her untimely death.
As the investigation into Peggy's murder unfolds, viewers will see how critical DNA evidence was to finally verifying her identity. They'll also witness detectives uncovering a potential lead that may help solve the case and provide some much-needed closure to Peggy's family. Along the way, viewers will be introduced to several potential suspects and hear theory after theory about what may have happened to Peggy and why her killer has been able to remain at large for so long.
Despite not knowing who was responsible for her murder, Peggy's family expresses gratitude for finally being able to put her to rest and have a proper memorial service. They hope that this episode will inspire someone to come forward with information that will help solve the case and bring justice for Peggy.
Overall, the episode provides a heartbreaking glimpse into a woman's life and the mystery surrounding her death as well as the dedication of the people who worked tirelessly to uncover her identity and bring her killer to justice. It's a haunting reminder of the need for closure and the important role that the Unsolved Mysteries series continues to play in bringing attention to cases like Peggy's that may have otherwise been forgotten.
