Deadline: Crime with Tamron Hall Season 2 Episode 5 The House on Q Street
- TV14
- June 29, 2014
- 43 min
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Deadline: Crime with Tamron Hall season 2 episode 5 is titled "The House on Q Street," which follows the tragic murder of a young woman named Sandra Falcon in a quiet DC neighborhood.
On the evening of September 11, 2006, Sandra Falcon's boyfriend, Jose Portillo, had just left her house after they watched a movie together. Little did they know, this was the last time they would see each other alive. A few hours later, Sandra's body was found in her own bedroom. She had been strangled to death using a cut-up T-shirt.
Tamron Hall takes us through the investigation that led police to suspect Jose Portillo as the prime suspect in Sandra Falcon's murder. Tamron interviews detectives involved in the case and Sandra's family members, who were all shocked and devastated by her sudden death.
The focus of the investigation quickly turned towards Jose Portillo, who had a history of violence towards Sandra. Friends and family members of Sandra shared that she wanted to break up with Jose, but was scared of his temper. The evidence suggested that Jose waited for Sandra to be alone in her home before attacking her.
As more information was gathered, investigators learned that Jose had a history of domestic violence towards his previous girlfriend. He had been arrested and served time in jail for assaulting her. This further strengthened the case against him.
Tamron takes us through the trial and conviction of Jose Portillo, who was found guilty of first-degree murder. We learn about the impact of Sandra Falcon's death on her family, friends, and the community. Her brother and sister talk about the lifelong trauma of losing their sister, and the lasting effects on their family.
The House on Q Street is a compelling episode that sheds light on the consequences of domestic violence and the importance of taking it seriously, regardless of how insignificant it may seem at first. The tragic story of Sandra Falcon and the swift investigation by D.C. police to bring her killer to justice highlights how crucial it is to take action as soon as warning signs of abuse arise. Tamron Hall's storytelling ability helps to bring the victim's story to life and provide a sense of justice for her family and loved ones.