Five Miles From Home - Ep. 2: "She's the Only One Missing"
Summary
This episode details the discovery of Mickey Castanzo’s body in a shallow grave near West Wendover, Nevada, just days after her disappearance. Police identify her childhood friend Cody Patton as a suspect after surveillance video contradicts his alibi, showing him waiting for her at school. The narrative culminates in a tense interrogation where detectives confront Cody with evidence, leading to a pivotal moment involving his family and potential accomplices.
Topics discussed
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The search for missing Mickey Costanzo begins
Volunteer Mick Moore discovers a grave in the desert
Police confirm a body and notify the family
The family's agonizing wait and arrival at the scene
Detective McKinney arrives to lead the investigation
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CSI team uncovers Mickey's brutalized body
Evidence suggests kidnapping and murder
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Surveillance video implicates friend Cody Patton
Background on Cody Patton and his family
Detectives confront Cody with video evidence
Episode conclusion and credits
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