The Murder Tapes Season 1 Episode 1
The Murder Tapes
Season 1

Ep 1. Albuquerque Ambush

  • TV-14
  • August 28, 2019
  • 44 min
  • 8.5  (43)

The Murder Tapes is a true-crime show that explores some of the most heinous and brutal murders that took place in America. Every episode of the show uses raw footage captured by law enforcement agencies and investigators to recreate the events leading up to the crime and the subsequent investigations. In season 1, episode 1, titled "Albuquerque Ambush," the show delves into the story of the double murder that took place in Albuquerque in 2018.

The episode opens with a frantic 911 call made by a woman, who reports that someone has shot her husband and daughter in their car. The call sends the Albuquerque Police Department into a frenzy, and they rush to the scene of the crime. When they arrive at the location, they find two dead bodies in a vehicle, with their windows shattered and the bullet holes suggesting the use of an automatic weapon. The victims are later identified as 45-year-old Ahmed Lateef and his 21-year-old daughter, Leena.

The investigation into the double homicide starts immediately, and the police officers begin looking for clues and evidence that could lead them to the shooter. They go door-to-door, talking to the people in the neighborhood and looking for any surveillance footage that could help them identify the suspect's vehicle. As the investigation progresses, the police collect enough evidence to establish a timeline of events leading up to the murders.

We see footage of Ahmed and his daughter driving through the city after running some errands. They stop at a red light, and a car pulls up alongside them. Suddenly, the occupants of the other car begin firing at Ahmed's vehicle, causing him to lose control and crash into a light pole. The attackers then get out of their car and walk towards Ahmed's car, firing more shots at the helpless victims.

The police gather valuable information from witnesses, who describe seeing a silver car fleeing the scene of the crime. They also find surveillance footage showing the suspect's car following Ahmed's car just before the shooting. Using these leads, the police create a sketch of the suspect's car and put out an APB.

As the episode progresses, we see the police investigating several suspects, including Ahmed's own employees and business associates. They also look into his personal life, trying to determine if he had any enemies or if his daughter was targeted for any reason. The investigation leads them to a drug cartel operating in the area, who were suspected to have been involved in the murders.

The episode ends with the police having identified a suspect who matches the description of the shooter and his vehicle. They track down the suspect and arrest him, but they still need to collect more evidence to link him to the murders. As the investigation continues, we are left wondering if the police will be able to solve the case and bring the perpetrators to justice.

In conclusion, the first episode of The Murder Tapes is a gripping and intense exploration of the Albuquerque ambush. The use of raw footage adds authenticity to the narrative, and the investigation is shown in a non-linear way, which keeps the audience engaged throughout. The show is a must-watch for fans of true-crime dramas and anyone interested in understanding the criminal mind.

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  • First Aired
    August 28, 2019
  • Content Rating
    TV-14
  • Runtime
    44 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    8.5  (43)