Dateline Season 19 Episode 39 The Mystery on Albion Road; The Girl Who Didn't Exist

On this episode of Dateline, titled "The Mystery on Albion Road; The Girl Who Didn't Exist," viewers are taken on a journey into a perplexing case surrounding the disappearance of Filipina-American teenager, Christine Jessop. The episode follows the investigation into Christine's disappearance and the subsequent arrest and wrongful conviction of a neighbor, Guy Paul Morin, in 1985.

After serving nearly a decade in prison, Morin is exonerated by DNA evidence and the Canadian Government issues a formal apology for his wrongful conviction. Despite the breakthrough in evidence, the mystery of what happened to Christine still remains. In a shocking turn, police discover the true killer, Clayton Johnson, who had been living in secret for decades after Christine's disappearance. The episode analyzes the psychological profile of Johnson and delves into the intricate details of his crimes which he had carefully covered up until years later.

The episode also explores the aftermath of the tragedy on the Jessop family, who are still grappling with the loss of their loved one. Interviews with family members, investigators, and legal experts are included, as well as rare footage of Morin and Johnson addressing the case years after the event.

"The Mystery of Albion Road; The Girl Who Didn't Exist" is a haunting and gripping example of the complexities that surround criminal investigations and wrongful convictions. With a focus on the human cost of crime and punishment, the episode questions the role of the criminal justice system in delivering justice to victims and their families. Viewers will be left in awe of the disturbing events that transpired in the case and the enduring impact on those who were affected by them.