Ep 3. A Killing In Canova Beach

Paula Zahn, one of the most respected journalists of the true crime genre, returns for the second season of her award-winning show On The Case With Paula Zahn. In this gripping episode, titled "A Killing In Canova Beach," Paula investigates the brutal murder of a young woman in Florida and follows the police's hunt for the perpetrator.

The victim, Heather Strong, was a 26-year-old mother of two and had only recently moved to Canova Beach with her boyfriend Joshua Fulgham and his mother, Sheila Fulgham. Heather and Joshua's relationship had been a volatile one, and Heather's friends and family had grown increasingly concerned about her safety. Two months after Heather's arrival in Canova Beach, her lifeless body was found wrapped in trash bags and dumped in a canal.

The police quickly suspected Joshua Fulgham and his mother Sheila of being responsible for Heather's murder. Sheila had a history of abusive behavior, and Joshua had a prior criminal record for domestic violence. Despite being the lead suspects, the Fulghams vehemently denied any involvement in the crime. The detectives had to act quickly, as the Fulghams were attempting to flee the area.

Paula Zahn speaks to investigators, friends, and family to understand the events leading up to Heather's death and what the police uncovered during the investigation. Paula examines the evidence and speaks with neighbors and those close to the victim and suspects to determine what happened during Heather's last moments.

Was Joshua and Sheila Fulgham's guilt proven beyond reasonable doubt in court? Did the state secure convictions, or were they handed a monumental failure to get the culprits convicted? These are some of the questions Paula will aim to answer in the course of investigating this heartrending case.

As demonstrated in previous seasons, Paula Zahn is skilled at weaving together complex and compelling murder cases with deep journalistic insight, treating each story with sensitivity and respect. In this episode, Paula dives deep into the investigation and retraces the last moments of a young woman's life.

The show, with Paula Zahn as the lead, brings layers of depth and perspective, and is lauded for its nuanced portrayal of true crime and for treating with reverence the tragic stories of the victims and their families.