Ep 11. Lying in Wait (Greenville, OH)

In Cold Justice season 3 episode 11, titled "Lying in Wait (Greenville, OH)," former prosecutor Kelly Siegler and former crime scene investigator Yolanda McClary travel to Greenville, Ohio to investigate the murder of 24-year-old Angie Payne. Angie disappeared after leaving a bar in April 1992, and her body was found nearly two weeks later lying in a field.

The case had gone cold for over 20 years, but the team meets with a detective who had recently taken over the case and was determined to bring Angie's killer to justice. Together, they begin to re-interview witnesses and gather new evidence.

The investigation quickly reveals that Angie was involved in an affair with a married man, but the man had an alibi for the night of her murder. However, the Cold Justice team discovers that there were other men vying for Angie's attention, including a man who had been stalking her. Through extensive interviews and evidence gathering, they begin to build a case against their prime suspect.

The team also explores the possibility that Angie's murder may have been part of a larger pattern involving other women in the area. They discover a potential link to a similar murder that had occurred a few months earlier, and the investigation takes a new turn as they explore this theory.

Throughout the episode, the team faces challenges as they try to piece together what happened to Angie and identify her killer. They confront lies and inconsistencies in witness testimonies, and must navigate the complex dynamics of small-town relationships. But despite these obstacles, they continue to push forward and eventually uncover the truth of what happened to Angie Payne.

"Lying in Wait" is a gripping and emotional episode that highlights the tireless efforts of investigators to solve cold cases and bring closure to families who have been waiting for answers for decades. It showcases the value of renewed attention to cold cases and the importance of never giving up on finding justice.