The COVID Cover-Up: Searching for Gretchen Anthony | Full Episode
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Gretchen Anthony's disappearance during the lockdown led to a nationwide search, with her estranged husband David Anthony eventually being charged and pleading guilty to her murder, providing closure for her family. David Anthony's criminal history and erratic behavior, including violent actions towards Gretchen, culminated in a bizarre explanation for his actions at sentencing, leaving Gretchen's family grappling with the question of why he took her life.
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Gretchen Anthony's disappearance during the COVID-19 lockdown led to a harrowing investigation revealing evidence of a violent struggle in her home, ultimately implicating her estranged husband, David Anthony, as the suspect responsible for her murder.
David Anthony's erratic behavior, criminal history, and disturbing actions, including stalking teenage girls and selling Gretchen's jewelry as he fled across states, culminated in his arrest, confession, and subsequent sentencing to 38 years in prison for the second-degree murder of Gretchen Anthony, providing closure to her grieving family.
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Recent questions
What happened to Gretchen Anthony?
She was murdered by her estranged husband.
Who was David Anthony?
Gretchen Anthony's estranged husband and murderer.