They were the very picture of a perfect couple in the land of Spanish moss and sweet magnolias. But when a hit man targets one of them, a story of betrayal and murderous intent unfolds. In Dateline’s latest podcast, Keith Morrison takes us to the Low Country of South Carolina to tell the twisted tale.

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A hit man arrives in Charleston, South Carolina with a member of a wealthy and well-known family in his crosshairs.

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A manila envelope filled with maps and photos helps investigators start to unravel a deadly plot.

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The investigation into a murder plot leads to a femme fatale with a past.

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Lovers on the line in jailhouse phone calls reveal new clues. Then, a big arrest.

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A hit man makes a choice, and the trial gets underway.

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The jury renders its verdicts. Afterwards, a remarkable moment of forgiveness takes place.

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Hey, Dateline fans! As a bonus for you, we’re sharing the trailer for Something About Cari, an all-new original podcast series from Dateline and Keith Morrison.

In this podcast Keith Morrison takes us to America’s heartland, where single mom Cari Farver disappears just weeks into a new romance. What follows is a series of strange and terrifying events, including taunting texts and threatening emails to Cari's boyfriend and his ex that escalate to stalking, arson and murder. But nothing could prepare friends, family, and investigators for the mind-bending twist that would come next…

Follow now to get the first two episodes on Tuesday, December 2, completely free. Or subscribe to Dateline Premium on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or DatelinePremium.com to hear the first two episodes now. Subscribers receive ad-free listening and early access to subsequent episodes.

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