Cold Case Files Classic Season 1 Episode 12 Lady In The Box
- TV-PG
- January 1, 1970
- 41 min
In the twelfth episode of the first season of Cold Case Files Classic, titled "Lady in the Box," the investigators revisit a case that has remained unsolved for over a decade. The case involves the discovery of an unknown female body that was found stuffed inside a cardboard box, which was later identified as Patricia Parker.
Her body had been wrapped in a blanket and sealed inside the box with duct tape. Upon examination, it was determined that she had been asphyxiated and died around three days before her body was found. The evidence from her body led to no immediate suspects, and the case became a cold one.
However, the case was reopened when a witness came forward to offer information, and a composite sketch of a potential suspect was created. The sketch led the investigators to a man named Darwin Peak, who became the prime suspect in the case. Peak had a history of violence towards women and was known to live near the location where the victim's body was found.
After questioning Peak, the investigators found out that he had formed a relationship with Patricia Parker, and the two had been intimate. However, the relationship ended when Peak discovered that Parker was bisexual. This drove Peak into a fit of rage, and he attacked Parker, leading to her death.
Despite the overwhelming evidence, Peak refused to confess to the crime, claiming that he had no recollection of the incident. The investigators had to rely on the evidence gathered over the years to present a case that would hold up in court.
In the end, Darwin Peak was found guilty and sentenced to life in prison.
The episode showcases the tenacity and dedication of the investigators who work relentlessly to solve these cold cases. It highlights the importance of patiently sifting through evidence and pursuing leads, no matter how small or insignificant they may seem at first. "Lady in the Box" serves as a testament to the fact that justice can be served, even after years of being buried under a cold case.