Tonight (Friday March 17 2023), NBC broadcasts an episode of the series “Dateline” titled “The Murder of Lorenzen Wright“.
We’ve got the scoop on everything you need to know about tonight’s episode, including if it’s new, the time, cast, how to watch and all the episode details!
Dateline NBC “The Murder of Lorenzen Wright” 3/17/23 Episode Summary
Memphis is shocked by the murder of former NBA player and hometown hero Lorenzen Wright. The most recent findings in the protracted pursuit of justice will be revealed on Friday’s Dateline NBC, which will also feature fresh interviews.
On July 18, 2010, Wright went missing. Ten days later, his body with gunshot wounds was discovered. His ex-wife Sherra Wright-Robinson was accused of helping to facilitate his murder in December 2017; a year and a half later, she pleaded guilty. In March 2022, her friend Billy Ray Turner was found guilty of first-degree murder, conspiring to commit first-degree murder, and attempting to commit first-degree murder. He was sentenced to life in prison. Due to the extensive coverage of his disappearance and the fact that he was a well-known figure in Memphis, the prosecution of his murder received a lot of attention there.
The story from Memphis, Tennessee is reported by Andrea Canning.
The episode features interviews with Deborah Marion, Attorney John Keith Perry and more.
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Is Tonight’s Episode New or a Repeat?
Tonight’s “The Murder of Lorenzen Wright” episode of “Dateline NBC” is all new.
What Time is Dateline’s The Murder of Lorenzen Wright Episode On?
Tonight’s “The Murder of Lorenzen Wright” episode will be broadcast on NBC at 9:00PM ET.
Dateline “The Murder of Lorenzen Wright” Episode Video Preview
Watch Tonight’s “The Murder of Lorenzen Wright” Episode Online
You can find episodes on the NBC website and watch full episodes on Peacock TV.
Dateline NBC Series Information
Dateline is NBC’s signature newsmagazine, bringing viewers storytelling at its best. Our stories range from compelling mysteries to powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. When major news breaks, we go to the scene, putting the pieces together to bring you the full picture. And in every story we tell, we help the real people who lived the events share their journeys with you. On the air since 1992, Dateline is the longest-running prime-time program on NBC. Our work has been honored time and again with broadcast journalism’s highest awards. Lester Holt is the principal anchor, joined by correspondents Andrea Canning, Josh Mankiewicz, Natalie Morales, Keith Morrison and Dennis Murphy.