The Wanstrath's
Synopsis
On July 6, 1979, detective Johnny Bonds discovered the bodies of Diana Wanstrath, her husband John, and their infant child in their Houston home.
Synopsis
Detective Johnny Bonds arrived at a Houston home on July 6, 1979, to find Diana Wanstrath, her husband John, and their infant son murdered. Initial evidence suggested a murder-suicide, but Bonds' investigation uncovered a more complex scenario. With the help of medical examiner Joseph Ahem Cheque and a psychological autopsy, Bonds sought to determine the motive behind the killings, focusing on the family's substantial estate. This episode features updates on the case and the ongoing impact on surviving family members.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Follow Detective Johnny Bonds as he unravels a triple homicide.
- See the emotional impact of a family's tragic murder.
- Find out about the controversial psychological autopsy technique.
Did You Know
- Detective Johnny Bonds began the investigation on July 6, 1979.
- Diana Wanstrath was found with a gunshot wound to the side of her head.
- The estate of the Wanstrath family was valued at about half a million dollars in 1979.
- A psychological autopsy was performed on the victims to aid the investigation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What year did the Wanstrath case originally air?
The Wanstrath case originally aired in 2014.
What was the estimated value of the Wanstrath family's estate in 1979?
The estimated value of the Wanstrath family's estate in 1979 was about half a million dollars.
What procedure did the medical examiner use to investigate the Wanstrath case?
The medical examiner performed a psychological autopsy on the victims.
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