Dateline NBC The Professor & The Poet
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Mar 10, 2026 Investigators unravel a murder that initially looked like a botched burglary. DNA evidence and surprising digital correspondence point to a trusted stranger. Cross-border travel, a new identity, and social media sleuthing fuel a dramatic manhunt. The case ends with a courtroom showdown and reflections from those close to the victim.
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Friend Found Victim At The Bottom Of Stairs
- Larry March found Sue Markham lying cold at the bottom of her basement stairs and called 911 after entering her ransacked home with a key.
- He discovered broken glass, two shot glasses on the counter, and belongings strewn about, which initially suggested a burglary gone wrong.
Scene Signs Pointed Away From Random Burglary
- Investigators concluded burglaries rarely turn violent and this scene had signs inconsistent with a random break-in.
- Evidence like staged broken windows and missing high-value items plus an untouched diamond necklace suggested someone inside the house knew the killer.
Jeep Thief Caught After Chase And Crash
- DeAndre Hamlin was arrested after crashing Sue's stolen Jeep during a D.C. police pursuit and fleeing on foot.
- He admitted to stealing the car but consistently denied involvement in Sue's murder and cooperated with police.