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On a spring morning in 1996, a young woman named Angie Dodge doesn't show up to work. Hours later, police rush to her apartment and discover a bloody crime scene.
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It was an absolutely savage murder. It was probably the worst case I've ever seen.
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Angie was just 18 years old. News of her brutal killing quickly spreads around Idaho Falls. That was our friend.
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Somebody
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took her
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away from us. And we're doing this because he's still out there, whoever it is.
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As detectives try to figure out who's responsible for Angie's violent death, they zero in on a suspect.
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I don't know what the hell you guys want. You think we'd be wasting our time and wasting your time if we didn't think you're involved here.
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But do they have the right man? It's a puzzle that spirals into a decades long nightmare. When you have a child that's murdered, life just gets shattered. A puzzle that isn't solved until Angie's helps put the pieces together.
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23 years I've been trying to put this puzzle together and the center's missing.
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This is a case that turns friends into enemies and back again.
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Took away 20 years of my life. I've always been told the truth will come out. You can't hide the truth.
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And at the center of it all, a mother's quest to solve her daughter's murder.
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Go do this. Let's go catch murder
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from 2020 in ABC audio, a new series called the Snare coming June 16th. Wherever you listen to podcast,
Podcast: The Snare
Host: ABC News (Hosted by Maggie Rulli)
Episode: Introducing 'The Snare'
Release Date: June 1, 2026
This introductory episode sets the stage for "The Snare," a six-part investigative podcast series delving into the 1996 murder of 18-year-old Angie Dodge in Idaho Falls. The episode introduces the brutal crime, the rapid focus on a suspect, and the long-standing doubts that arise over whether the right person was convicted. Central to the series is Angie's mother, who becomes a relentless advocate in the decades-long pursuit of the truth.
Discovery of the Crime Scene
Brutality of the Murder
Community Impact
Police Focus
Lingering Doubt
A Mother's Pursuit
Long-Term Impact on Community
Consequences for the Accused
Moving Forward
The introduction is urgent and emotional, balancing journalistic reporting with the intimate, personal stakes for those involved. The voices of grief, doubt, and determination preview a thorough, compassionate investigation into a case that has haunted Idaho Falls for decades.
“Introducing 'The Snare'” immerses listeners in the unresolved tragedy of Angie Dodge’s murder and the far-reaching consequences on her family and community. With a strong narrative hook and empathetic storytelling, the episode promises a compelling exploration of justice, memory, and the relentless pursuit of truth — anchored by the unwavering commitment of a mother who refuses to let her daughter's story fade.