Murder in the Moonlight

In Dateline’s newest podcast, Keith Morrison takes us to a quiet farmhouse on America’s Great Plains, where Sharmon and Wayne Stock have just celebrated Easter with their big, loving family. That night, under a pale moon, the couple is shot to death in their bedroom. The investigation includes four suspects, spans three states, and comes down to a single shiny clue: A gold ring found at the scene of the crime. Beginning Monday February 17th you can listen to the latest episodes completely free. Or, to begin listening now, subscribe to Dateline Premium on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or DatelinePremium.com. Subscribers get early access to new episodes and can listen to all Dateline podcasts ad-free.

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Episodes

6 - The Final Dominoes Fall

Judgment day for the accused brings anger and sorrow for the Stocks. And one of the killers talks to Keith about the night of the murders.

Mar 05, 2025•28 min•Season 1Ep. 6

5 - When It All Falls Apart

One suspect is freed, another makes a surprising choice, and an investigator is accused of planting evidence.

Mar 03, 2025•26 min•Season 1Ep. 5

4 - About Face

Two new suspects tell police they were at the farmhouse when the Stocks were killed.

Feb 26, 2025•24 min•Season 1Ep. 4

3 - The Ring

Investigators find a key piece of evidence that sends the case in a surprising direction.

Feb 24, 2025•32 min•Season 1Ep. 3

2 - Keep Your Enemies Close

A suspect emerges, along with a theory of the crime.

Feb 17, 2025•28 min•Season 1Ep. 2

1 - In Cold Blood

When Wayne and Sharmon Stock are found shot to death in their farmhouse, the investigation starts close to home.

Feb 17, 2025•26 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Introducing: Murder in the Moonlight

Keith Morrison takes us to a quiet farmhouse on America’s Great Plains, where Sharmon and Wayne Stock have just celebrated Easter with their big, loving family. That night, under a pale moon, the couple is shot to death in their bedroom. The investigation includes four suspects, spans three states, and comes down to a single shiny clue: A gold ring found at the scene of the crime. All episodes are now available -- completely free. Or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and early ...

Feb 06, 2025•3 min