ABC 20/20 “Home Sweet Murder” July 28 2023 Episode Preview
In a chilling episode, ’20/20′ delves into the tale of the Staudte family, a seemingly normal Missouri family torn apart by a spate of tragedies. Join Deborah Roberts as she unravels the shocking truth behind the sudden illnesses and deaths that struck the family. Tune in on Friday, July 28, at 9:01-11:00 p.m. EDT, on ABC, for an interview with Diane Staudte, the mother and mastermind behind the sinister plot to poison her own family members.
The Staudte family’s life took a dark turn when Mark and Shaun Staudte fell gravely ill and tragically passed away within months of each other. As Sarah Staudte also began experiencing similar symptoms, leading to her hospitalization, suspicions arose among investigators and family friends. Was this a string of unfortunate events, or was there something more sinister at play?
In an exclusive prison interview, ’20/20′ correspondent Deborah Roberts confronts Diane Staudte, the matriarch of the family and the alleged mastermind behind the shocking plot. Diane opens up about her relationship with her family and her feelings surrounding the tragic events that unfolded. She also claims that external forces coerced her into making a false confession to the police, despite lacking any evidence to support her claim.
The episode includes chilling recordings of police interrogations with Diane and her daughter Rachel Staudte, who confessed to aiding her mother in the disturbing scheme to eliminate family members one by one. ’20/20′ also features an emotional interview with Sarah Staudte, who bravely shares her journey to healing after experiencing the ultimate betrayal from her own mother and sister.
With contributions from Jeff Sippy, the family’s pastor who alerted the authorities to the alarming pattern, and Detective Neil McAmis, the lead investigator on the case, ’20/20′ pieces together the intricate web of deceit that gripped the Staudte family. The episode includes interviews with Charles Alexander, Mark’s bandmate; Dr. Essam Elkady, who treated Sarah in the hospital; and Michael Staudte, Mark’s brother, as well as other neighbors and friends who were touched by this tragic event.
’20/20′ reveals the sinister plot that tore apart the Staudte family. Don’t miss the exclusive interview with Diane Staudte and the chilling accounts from those closest to the case. Tune in to ’20/20′ on Friday, July 28, at 9:01-11:00 p.m. EDT, on ABC.
