Dateline: Secrets Uncovered S17E09

Dateline: Secrets Uncovered - S17E09: The Ruse

Jul 29, 2026Crime, DocumentarySeason 17, Episode 9

When a California father fails to return home after a quick trip to check his mail, his son calls police for help - only to find himself the focus of their investigation until a stunning revelation upends the case.

Dateline: Secrets Uncovered S17E09 Synopsis

Stream Dateline: Secrets Uncovered "The Ruse" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 2026-07-29, this episode is part of Season 17 of Dateline: Secrets Uncovered. As part of this Crime and Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. When a California father fails to return home after a quick trip to check his mail, his son calls police for help - only to find himself the focus of their investigation until a stunning revelation upends the case.