Imagine adopting a baby, finally realizing a long-held dream of starting a family, only to have that dream turn into a nightmare just months later. That’s the tragic story at the heart of “Bad Romance: Web of Lies,” airing this Tuesday on ABC. The episode focuses on the seemingly perfect life of Mark and Donnah Winger, a life that took a horrifying turn when Donnah was found murdered.
ABC News Chief National Correspondent Matt Gutman investigates the case, piecing together the shocking series of events that followed the adoption and Donnah’s death. Three crime scene photos seem to hold a crucial piece of the puzzle, waiting to be unlocked. Mark later remarried and had more children, seemingly putting the tragedy behind him. But a chance encounter would later unravel a dark secret, bringing the past back with a vengeance.
Hosted by Ryan Smith, “Bad Romance” has a talent for uncovering true crime stories that range from the bizarre to the heartbreaking. “Web of Lies” looks set to be another chilling installment in the series. The episode airs Tuesday, April 1st at 10:01 PM ET on ABC and will be available for streaming the following day on Hulu.
