Dateline is heading into truly unusual territory this Friday, June 27, at 9:00 PM ET/8:00 PM CT on NBC. The long-running true crime program airs Secrets of the Snake Farm, a case that combines murder, family secrets, and thousands of reptiles.
The episode centers on the puzzling death of Ben Renick, a snake breeder known across the globe for his work with the creatures. Renick was found shot to death at his facility in New Florence, Missouri—a place that, by all accounts, housed an astonishing number of snakes. The setting alone sets this apart from typical crime stories.
Andrea Canning reports on the strange details, with her narrative supported by an interview with lead investigator Corporal Devin Foust. The broadcast also includes comments from Lynlee Renick, family members, and the first responders who arrived on the scene.
“Dateline: Secrets of the Snake Farm” airs Friday, June 27, 2025, at 9:00 PM ET/8:00 PM CT on NBC.
