Dateline, April 4, 2024, NBC, “Evil Was Waiting”

The upcoming episode of classic Dateline on NBC airing on Thursday April 4 at 1.00pm, titled “Evil Was Waiting,” examines the tragic murder of a soldier who recently returned from Afghanistan.

The episode explores the circumstances surrounding his death, shedding light on the secrets that were unveiled during the investigation.

The narrative centres on Vince Goslyn, a Fort Campbell soldier who survived two tours in Afghanistan. Tragically, Goslyn was gunned down on a remote road in Kentucky, not far from the base where he was stationed. As detectives worked against the clock, they discovered conflicting accounts of the events that led to his death.

Among the complexities of the case, Goslyn’s wife played a pivotal role. Her initial description of the killer differed significantly from another witness’s account. According to the preview, the investigators also had to contend with evolving stories, making the truth difficult to discern.

With each clue, the puzzle became more intricate, eventually leading the detectives down an unexpected path. The episode promises to reveal a shocking secret that could hold the key to solving the case.

Dateline: Evil Was Waiting airs Thursday April 4, 2024 at 1.00pm on NBC.