On Halloween 1975 the small elite community of Belle Haven, Connecticut, was transformed from a safe gated neighbourhood to a town of fear and suspicion when Martha’s body was discovered. Martha, a 15-year-old schoolgirl, had been out with friends for Mischief Night, but failed to return home for her curfew. In the morning a search party was formed to try and locate her. One of her friends on route to join the search found Martha on her parents’ property, she had been savagely beaten and stabbed... the main suspect...a relation of the Kennedys...

This conversation examines the parallel investigations of the cold case team, working for the State Attorney, and the private investigators, Sutton Associates, in the mid 90s. The involvement of Author Dominick Dunne and controversial figure Mark Furhman in publicising Martha’s case and the tips received when Detective Frank Garr appearing on the popular TV Show Unsolved Mysteries. It details how each investigation starts to point towards the same person and the bombshell revelations given by two key suspects during interviews confirm what the police have long suspected… that a Skakel killed Martha Moxley…

Viewer discretion advised.

Chapters

00:00 The press conference and indictment

02:17 Jack Solomon’s Obsession and Theories

05:30 The failed sting operation

11:17 Dominick Dunne researches Martha’s case

14:06 The Mystery on Walsh’s brain

18:07 Brentwood to Greenwich, The Mark Furhman Story

22:41 The 20th anniversary of Martha’s death

26:54 Martha knew her killer

32:43 Where was Micheal...

44:04 Unsolved Mysteries

Sources

American Justice Season 8 Episode 12 – A murder in Greenwich:The Martha Moxley Case.

A season in Purgatory by Dominick Dunne

Another City, not my own by Dominck Dunne

Conviction. Solving the Moxley by Leonard Levitt.

Greentown by Timothy Dumas

Murder and Justice: The case of Martha Moxley. Documentary series.

Unsolved Mysteries Season 8 Episode 11 ‘Murder in Conneticut’ segment.

Without a doubt by Marcia Clark

https://archive.vanityfair.com/authors/dominick-dunne

On Halloween 1975 the small elite community of Belle Haven, Connecticut, was transformed from a safe gated neighbourhood to a town of fear and suspicion when Martha’s body was discovered. Martha, a 15-year-old schoolgirl, had been out with friends for Mischief Night, but failed to return home for her curfew. In the morning a search party was formed to try and locate her. One of her friends on route to join the search found Martha on her parents’ property, she had been savagely beaten and stabbed... the main suspect...a relation of the Kennedys...

This conversation examines the parallel investigations of the cold case team, working for the State Attorney, and the private investigators, Sutton Associates, in the early 90s. It details how each investigation starts to point towards the same person and the bombshell revelations given by two key suspects during interviews confirm what the police have long suspected… that a Skakel killed Martha Moxley...

Viewer discretion advised.

Chapters

00:00 The car crash that changed everything

01:52 The cold case

09:44 The Godfather of Forensics

13:52 The Sutton Associates

19:12 Tommy changes his story

24:22 Michael changes his story

Sources

American Justice Season 8 Episode 12 – A murder in Greenwich:The Martha Moxley Case.

A season in Purgatory by Dominic Dunne

Conviction. Solving the Moxley by Leonard Levitt.

Greentown by Timothy Dumas

Murder and Justice: The case of Martha Moxley. Documentary series.

https://www.newhaven.edu/faculty-staff-profiles/henry-lee.phphttps://www.newhaven.edu/faculty-staff-profiles/henry-lee.php

https://apnews.com/article/henry-lee-fabricated-murder-evidence-ef08de1e15148b3d48129ead10924009

On Halloween 1975 the small elite community of Belle Haven, Connecticut, was transformed from a safe gated neighbourhood to a town of fear and suspicion when Martha’s body was discovered. Martha, a 15-year-old schoolgirl, had been out with friends for Mischief Night, but failed to return home for her curfew. In the morning a search party was formed to try and locate her. One of her friends on route to join the search found Martha on her parents’ property, she had been savagely beaten and stabbed... the main suspect...a relation of the Kennedys...

This conversation delves into the unsolved murders of Martha Moxley and Matthew Margolis. Exploring the impact of reputation on justice, and the intricate web of legal maneuvering and family connections that have hindered Martha’s case. It highlights the challenges faced by journalists in bringing the truth to light amidst potential corruption and cover-ups and the impact the William Kennedy Smith Trial had on the Moxley investigation.

Viewer discretion advised.

Chapters

00:00 Martha Moxley's case remains unsolved

03:43 The Len Levitt Investigation Begins

09:45 Witness Accounts and Missed Clues

16:59 The Unpublished Article and Cover-Up Concerns

20:19 The Tragic Case of Matthew Margolis

27:16 The Allegations Against William Kennedy Smith

28:33 The Trial and Its Implications

31:39 The Impact on Martha Moxley's Case

Sources

American Justice Season 8 Episode 12 – A murder in Greenwich:The Martha Moxley Case.

A season in Purgatory by Dominic Dunne

Conviction. Solving the Moxley by Leonard Levitt.

Greentown by Timothy Dumas

Murder and Justice: The case of Martha Moxley. Documentary series.

https://www.makwanas.co.uk/accused-of-rape/

https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/law/william-kennedy-smith-accused-rape

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Kennedy_Smith

https://www.vanityfair.com/magazine/1992/03/dunne199203

On Halloween 1975 the small elite community of Belle Haven, Connecticut, was transformed from a safe gated neighbourhood to a town of fear and suspicion when Martha’s body was discovered. Martha, a 15-year-old schoolgirl, had been out with friends for Mischief Night, but failed to return home for her curfew. In the morning a search party was formed to try and locate her. One of her friends on route to join the search found Martha on her parents’ property, she had been savagely beaten and stabbed... the main suspect...a relation of the Kennedys...

This conversation delves into the complex investigation surrounding the murder of Martha Moxley, focusing on key players, the impact of substance abuse, police challenges, and media scrutiny. It highlights the societal implications of wealth and power in the justice system, particularly regarding the Skakel family and their connections to the Kennedy family. The discussion also touches on the historical context of the case and the ongoing mystery that continues to captivate public interest.

Viewer discretion advised.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:25 Fear in Belle Haven

02:07 The Mysterious Phone Calls

03:10 The Skakel Family Under Scrutiny

03:40 Focus on Tommy Skakel

05:34 The Impact of Rejection on Tommy

07:40 Psychiatric Assessment

14:45 Detroit Detectives Step In

17:06 The Hale Report and Its Findings

17:25 Critique of Police Handling

21:30 Introduction to Ken Littleton

22:56 Ken's Background and Connection to the Case

24:32 Ken's Alibi and Relationship with the Skakel Children

27:41 Plea Deal and Refusal to Cooperate

29:12 Ken's Transformation and Behavioral Changes

32:15 Investigative Challenges and Police Scrutiny

34:04 Media Influence and Public Perception

36:48 The Kennedy Connection

Sources

American Justice Season 8 Episode 12 – A murder in Greenwich:The Martha Moxley Case.

A season in Purgatory by Dominic Dunne

Conviction. Solving the Moxley by Leonard Levitt.

Greentown by Timothy Dumas

Murder and Justice: The case of Martha Moxley. Documentary series.

https://americanaddictioncenters.org/

https://www.nhsinform.scot/healthy-living/drugs-and-drug-use/common-drugs/cocaine/

True Crime Podcast about the Martha Moxley murder in 1975.

On Halloween 1975 the small elite community of Belle Haven, Connecticut, was transformed from a safe gated neighbourhood to a town of fear and suspicion when Martha’s body was discovered. Martha, a 15-year-old schoolgirl, had been out with friends for Mischief Night, but failed to return home for her curfew. In the morning a search party was formed to try and locate her. One of her friends on route to join the search found Martha on her parents’ property, she had been savagely beaten and stabbed... the main suspect...a relation of the Kennedys...

This is the third episode in the series covering Martha Moxley's murder and it follows directly on from episode two, looking at the first stage of the investigation.

Chapters

00:00 The Mysterious Death of Martha Moxley
01:54 The Investigation Begins
03:09 The Skakel Family Connection
03:47 Martha's Diary and Its Implications
04:49 The Skakel Household Dynamics
07:06 Tommy Skakel's Alibi
09:15 Witness Accounts and Conflicting Stories
10:02 Police Interactions with the Skakel Family
11:18 The Search for Evidence
13:15 The Polygraph Examination Begins
14:13 Understanding Polygraph Limitations
17:02 Tommy Skakel Under Suspicion
20:38 Legal Maneuvering and Family Secrets

Sources

American Justice Season 8 Episode 12 – A murder in Greenwich:The Martha Moxley Case.

A season in Purgatory by Dominic Dunne

Conviction. Solving the Moxley by Leonard Levitt.

Greentown by Timothy Dumas

Murder and Justice: The case of Martha Moxley. Documentary series.

True Crime Podcast about the Martha Moxley murder in 1975.

On Halloween 1975 the small elite community of Belle Haven, Connecticut, was transformed from a safe gated neighbourhood to a town of fear and suspicion when Martha’s body was discovered. Martha, a 15-year-old schoolgirl, had been out with friends for Mischief Night, but failed to return home for her curfew. In the morning a search party was formed to try and locate her. One of her friends on route to join the search found Martha on her parents’ property, she had been savagely beaten and stabbed... the main suspect...a relation of the Kennedys...

This is the second episode in the series covering Martha Moxley's murder and it follows directly on from episode one, looking at the first stage of the investigation.

00:00 The Moxley Murder: A Community in Shock

08:47 Investigating the Crime: The Autopsy and Early Suspects

19:33 The Skakel Family: Rumors and Cover-Ups

21:39 The Investigation Begins: Peter Ziluca's Alibi

23:02 The Skakel Family: A Closer Look

Sources

American Justice Season 8 Episode 12 – A murder in Greenwich:The Martha Moxley Case.

A season in Purgatory by Dominic Dunne

Conviction. Solving the Moxley by Leonard Levitt.

Greentown by Timothy Dumas

Murder and Justice: The case of Martha Moxley. Documentary series.

https://www.nytimes.com/1985/08/01/nyregion/dr-gross-accused-of-incompetence-by-state-agency.html

True Crime Podcast about the Martha Moxley murder in 1975.

On Halloween 1975 the small elite community of Belle Haven, Connecticut, was transformed from a safe gated neighbourhood to a town of fear and suspicion when Martha’s body was discovered. Martha, a 15-year-old schoolgirl, had been out with friends for Mischief Night, but failed to return home for her curfew. In the morning a search party was formed to try and locate her. One of her friends on route to join the search found Martha on her parents’ property, she had been savagely beaten and stabbed.

This is the story of how her killer was eventually tried in 2002, and despite being found guilty, is now free. Why did it take over 25 years to identify the killer? Was a prominent family protecting one of their own? Or did the police investigation focus on the wrong suspect?

Episode 1 of a deep dive on this case hosted by TJ, a criminologist, with 'assistance' from her Golden Retriever/Saluki cross, Morty.

Viewer Discretion Advised.

Chapters

00:00 Mystery on Walsh Lane

01:28 The History of Belle Haven

04:03 The Moxley Family: A Background of Normalcy

07:11 The residents of Belle Haven

08:39 The Skakel family

12:10 Timeline of 30th October 1975

13:41 Mischief Night and The Skakel House

17:09 Eerie events on Mischief Night.

20:38 The search for Martha begins

24:21 The discovery of Martha's body

References:

American Justice – Season 8 episode 12 – A Murder in Greenwich: The Martha Moxley Case.

A Season in Purgatory by Dominic Dunne

Conviction. Solving the Moxley Murder by Leonard Levitt.

Greentown by Timothy Dumas

Murder and Justice: The case of Martha Moxley. Documentary series