Ep 7. Got to Be Bonnie and Clyde

I Almost Got Away with It is a true-crime documentary series that features reenactments of criminals who nearly evaded capture and interviews with law enforcement officials, victims, and sometimes even the criminals themselves. Season 6, episode 7, titled "Got to Be Bonnie and Clyde", follows a couple, Amber and Jason, who go on a crime spree across several states in the US.

The episode starts with Amber and Jason's first meeting. They quickly develop a strong fondness for each other and soon fall in love. However, both of them had previously been in trouble with the law. Jason had previously served time in prison for drug-related offenses, while Amber had been involved in petty thefts. Together, they believe they have found the perfect partner for their crimes, and their love fuels their criminal activities.

Their first robbery is of a convenience store where they steal whiskey and cigarettes. As they continue to move from one state to another, they rob gas stations, banks, and any other places they can find. They become known as the "Modern-Day Bonnie and Clyde" duo in the media as they continue to evade the police.

The couple's luck eventually runs out when they rob a bank in Kansas. The police surround the couple's car and order them to surrender. In an instant, Jason pulls out a gun and starts to shoot at the police, wounding one officer. They manage to flee but their car breaks down, forcing them to abandon it and continue the escape on foot. The police search for them for several hours, eventually finding Amber and Jason hiding in nearby woods.

During the episode, interviews with detectives who worked on the case detail how the authorities managed to track the duo's movements from state to state. The officers also explain that Amber and Jason were not just petty thieves but rather were violent criminals that used their guns whenever they needed to.

Once arrested, the couple confesses to the various crimes committed along their journey. The prosecutors used their confessions as evidence, which lead to their eventual conviction. Amber and Jason are now serving long-term sentences in separate prisons.

The episode also features interviews with the officers who made the arrest and describe the process of tracking the pair down. Law enforcement officials explain tactics they used for tracking the couple and the difficulties encountered in capturing them.

Overall, "Got to Be Bonnie and Clyde" highlights the dangerous allure of a life of crime and the devastating consequences that follow. The episode also highlights the perseverance of law enforcement and their commitment to bringing criminals to justice, no matter how complex or challenging the case may be.