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Original Airdate05/22/2022
Exploring the murder of the McStay family and the controversial trial of suspect Charles Merritt.
Two Shallow Graves
Where to watch Two Shallow Graves
- Free On Demand on Investigation Discovery
Season 1
7. Stay Out of Dodge
Air Date 05/24/2022
The McStay family's disappearance haunts police for three years until their remains turn up in the desert; prosecutors say evidence proves Chase Merritt killed them, but Merritt declares his innocence, claiming they misinterpret the facts.
6. The Verdict
Air Date 05/24/2022
If Merritt testifies, the jurors will learn about his criminal past; the defense and prosecution present their final arguments with closing statements, and it's now up to the jury to determine guilt or innocence.
5. Where's Dan?
Air Date 05/23/2022
New DNA discovered in the graves may reveal who murdered the McStays; the defense questions Joseph's brother on his alibi, and they cannot locate the suspect they believe may have ties to the killings.
4. The Desert Ping
Air Date 05/23/2022
Merritt's phone pings close to the desert graves, and authorities speculate about whether he buried the bodies; prosecutors suggest he tried to delete records to cover his tracks; defense attorney takes a sudden leave of absence.
3. The Killer's Truck
Air Date 05/22/2022
Police investigate other suspects, including a business associate taking money, an ex-boyfriend still in love with Summer McStay and a new husband with a violent past; footage of a truck leaving the McStay house may reveal the killer.
2. The Missed Call
Air Date 05/22/2022
A bombshell witness upends the Merritt murder trial, claiming someone else confessed to the McStay murders; Merritt's girlfriend gives him an alibi, but the prosecution attempts to discredit her on the witness stand.
1. Vanished
Air Date 05/22/2022
The fate of the missing McStay family remains a mystery for three years until their bodies surface in two shallow graves in the desert; prosecutors accuse Chase Merritt of the crime, and the trial begins with each side presenting their case.