“Dateline: Secrets Uncovered” returns with a chilling tale of justice delayed but not denied. The upcoming episode, “A Promise to Gloria,” centers on a mother’s relentless pursuit of her daughter’s killer. For years, the case remained cold, a frustrating labyrinth of dead ends and unanswered questions. But thanks to the relentless march of forensic science, new DNA technology offers a glimmer of hope.
Fourteen years old—that’s all Gloria was when her life was tragically cut short. For her mother, the ensuing years have been a relentless quest for answers, a promise to find the person responsible and bring them to justice. This episode chronicles that agonizing journey, a testament to a mother’s unwavering love and determination in the face of unimaginable grief.
Craig Melvin, the steadfast captain of this true-crime ship, guides viewers through the vagaries of this heart-wrenching case.
“A Promise to Gloria” airs Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at 8:00 PM on Oxygen True Crime.