Ep 4. When Hate Kills

In An Unexpected Killer season 1 episode 4, titled When Hate Kills, the show explores a case involving a woman named Tesha Stephens, who was brutally murdered in her own home in Mississippi. The police are baffled by the case as there does not appear to be any motive or suspects. However, as they dig deeper, they uncover troubling details about Tesha's personal life, including her rocky relationship with her ex-boyfriend and her struggles to come to terms with her sexual identity.

As the investigation progresses, the police begin to suspect that the murder may have been a hate crime, stemming from Tesha's relationship with another woman. But with no physical evidence to tie anyone to the crime, the case remains unsolved for months. It isn't until an unlikely witness comes forward with crucial information that the police are finally able to piece together what happened on the night of Tesha's murder.

The episode takes viewers through the twists and turns of the investigation, using interviews with detectives, family members, and friends of Tesha to provide context for the case. It also sheds light on the challenges that LGBTQ individuals face in parts of the country where acceptance is not widespread, as well as the impact that hate crimes can have on entire communities. Ultimately, the episode asks important questions about justice, prejudice, and the ways in which we all have a stake in creating a more just society.

With its mix of true crime, sociology, psychology, and politics, An Unexpected Killer season 1 episode 4 is a thought-provoking and emotionally charged exploration of one of America's darkest and most persistent problems. It is an episode that will leave viewers both saddened and inspired to take action to create a more just and equitable world for all.