Ep 6. Vanishing Act

In the 6th episode of The Perfect Murder season 2, titled "Vanishing Act," viewers follow the investigation of a baffling disappearance of a young woman named Heather Elvis. Heather was a vivacious and talented 20-year-old who lived in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, where she worked as a hostess at a restaurant and performed as a singer. However, Heather's life would take a dark turn after meeting a man named Sidney Moorer, who was married with children, but the two began an extramarital affair.

A few weeks before Christmas in 2013, Heather vanished without a trace, leaving her family and friends in shock and disbelief. The mystery surrounding her disappearance captivated the town of Myrtle Beach and law enforcement. As the days went by, the search efforts continued but produced no tangible results, and the FBI joined the probe to offer their expertise.

Soon the story would make national headlines as Heather's family made a desperate plea for answers, leading to the arrest of Sidney Moorer and his wife Tammy. They were accused of kidnapping and murdering Heather. However, the prosecution's case against them had a significant hurdle: no body had ever been found, leaving the jury with many unanswered questions.

In "Vanishing Act," viewers see how detectives used new techniques, including cell phone pinging data and video surveillance footage, to piece together the sequence of events that occurred on the night Heather disappeared. The investigators believe that Sidney and Tammy Moorer, acting together, carefully planned the murder and disposal of Heather's body to cover their tracks.

In the episode, viewers also hear from Heather's closest family and friends as they recount the heartbreak and emotional rollercoaster of trying to find Heather. They describe the young woman's aspirations and the vibrant life she led before her mysterious disappearance. As the investigation continues, family members admit to having their doubts about whether Heather will ever be found and that they may never get the answers they so desperately seek.

After a long and complex investigation, the trial of Sidney and Tammy Moorer takes place. The prosecution presents their evidence, including cell phone data and witness testimonials, hoping to convince the jury that the couple is guilty beyond a reasonable doubt of kidnapping and murdering Heather Elvis. However, the defense argues that the prosecution has insufficient evidence without a body, and the trial ends with no verdict.

In the end, the mystery of Heather's disappearance still haunts the town of Myrtle beach, and her body has never been found. The case remains open, and Heather's family and friends continue to seek answers and hold out hope that they will one day find out what happened to her. The episode "Vanishing Act" leaves viewers reflecting on the tragedy and the many unanswered questions surrounding Heather Elvis's disappearance forever.