Ep 5. Dinner And A Movie

In Forensic Files season 2 episode 5, "Dinner And A Movie," viewers are taken into the investigation of a young woman's murder in her own home. When 22-year-old Heidi Hessler failed to show up for work one day, her mother and sister went to her house in Claxton, Georgia to check on her. What they found was a gruesome crime scene.

Heidi's body was found lying on her bed, naked from the waist down, with bruises and scratches on her body. Investigators quickly ruled out forced entry, leading them to believe that the killer was someone she knew and had let into her home willingly.

The investigation led detectives to Heidi's ex-boyfriend, David Wayne Duvall, who had a history of stalking and harassing her. Duvall was interviewed by police but denied any involvement in her death.

However, forensic evidence collected from the scene and from Duvall's car ultimately led to his arrest and conviction for Heidi's murder. This included fibers from Duvall's car that matched fibers found on Heidi's body and traces of her blood found on his clothing.

Through a combination of forensic evidence and circumstantial evidence, the prosecution was able to prove that Duvall had visited Heidi's house the night of her murder, likely for a dinner and movie date as was his usual modus operandi. However, things took a violent turn, possibly due to Heidi's ongoing attempts to end their relationship and move on with her life.

The episode delves into the forensic techniques used to analyze the various pieces of evidence found at the crime scene and on Duvall's person and vehicle. It also explores the emotional toll the murder had on Heidi's family and the community as a whole.

Overall, "Dinner And A Movie" is a gripping episode that showcases the power of forensic science in solving even the most heinous crimes. It is a must-watch for anyone interested in true crime or forensic investigation.