Buried Secrets of Las Vegas
2Digest
This podcast delves into the captivating and complex stories of two high-profile cases: the death of Ted Binion, a prominent figure in Las Vegas, and the 1996 Centennial Olympic Park bombing. The first case focuses on the life and death of Ted Binion, a legendary figure in Las Vegas known for his involvement in the family casino business and his lavish lifestyle. The podcast explores his family history, his addiction to heroin, and the suspicious circumstances surrounding his death. The investigation into Binion's death led to the arrest of his girlfriend, Sandy Murphy, and her associate, Rick Tabish. The podcast details the key evidence, the testimonies of witnesses, and the eventual verdict in their trial. The second case shifts focus to the 1996 Centennial Olympic Park bombing and the subsequent investigation. It explores the story of Richard Jewel, a security guard who was initially hailed as a hero but later became the prime suspect. The podcast examines the evidence against Jewel, the media frenzy surrounding the case, and the eventual exoneration of Jewel. Both cases highlight the complexities of justice, the power of the media, and the enduring impact of these events on the lives of those involved.
Outlines
The Mysterious Death of Ted Binion and Sandy Murphy's Journey to Las Vegas
This chapter explores the life and death of Ted Binion, a legendary figure in Las Vegas, and the arrival of Sandy Murphy, a young woman seeking adventure and a better life. It details Binion's family history, his addiction to heroin, and the suspicious circumstances surrounding his death, as well as Murphy's early life, her meeting with Binion, and her subsequent involvement in his death.
The Investigation and Trial of Sandy Murphy and Rick Tabish
This chapter covers the investigation into Ted Binion's death, the arrest of Sandy Murphy and Rick Tabish, and their subsequent trials. It highlights the key evidence, the testimonies of witnesses, and the eventual verdict.
The Centennial Park Bombing and Richard Jewel
This chapter shifts focus to the 1996 Centennial Olympic Park bombing and the subsequent investigation. It explores the story of Richard Jewel, a security guard who was initially hailed as a hero but later became the prime suspect.
The Verdict and Aftermath
This chapter concludes the story by detailing the final verdict in the trial of Sandy Murphy and Rick Tabish. It explores the impact of the verdict on the Binion family and the subsequent lives of the defendants.
Keywords
Ted Binion
Ted Binion was a prominent figure in Las Vegas, known for his involvement in the family casino business and his lavish lifestyle. He was also a heroin addict, which ultimately led to his death.
Sandy Murphy
Sandy Murphy was a young woman who met Ted Binion at a strip club in Las Vegas. She became involved in his life and was later accused of his murder.
Rick Tabish
Rick Tabish was a convicted felon who became friends with Ted Binion. He was later implicated in Binion's death and was convicted of murder.
Centennial Park Bombing
The 1996 Centennial Olympic Park bombing was a terrorist attack that occurred during the Summer Olympics in Atlanta. It killed one person and injured over 100 others.
Richard Jewel
Richard Jewel was a security guard who was initially hailed as a hero for his actions during the Centennial Park bombing. However, he was later targeted by the FBI as the prime suspect.
Burking
Burking is a rare method of murder that involves suffocating a person while they are intoxicated. It was used as a defense strategy in the trial of Sandy Murphy and Rick Tabish.
Q&A
What were the circumstances surrounding Ted Binion's death?
Ted Binion was found dead in his home, surrounded by drug paraphernalia. Initially, it was believed to be a suicide or accidental overdose, but his sister, Becky, suspected foul play.
What evidence led to the arrest of Sandy Murphy and Rick Tabish?
The investigation revealed that Ted Binion had been force-fed a lethal cocktail of heroin and Xanax. Additionally, Rick Tabish was caught attempting to steal Binion's silver, and Sandy Murphy was found to have been involved in a suspicious video inventory of Binion's valuables.
What was the outcome of the trial of Sandy Murphy and Rick Tabish?
Sandy Murphy and Rick Tabish were initially convicted of murder, but their convictions were overturned on appeal. In a second trial, they were acquitted of murder but found guilty of stealing Binion's silver.
Show Notes
In 1998, gaming tycoon Ted Binion, was found dead in his Las Vegas home. Paranoid about his wealth, he stashed millions of dollars worth of silver in a hidden vault in Pahrump, Nevada. Prior to his death, he became involved with Sandy Murphy, and it was she who told police in September 1998 that she had found him dead of an apparent drug overdose. However Binion’s sister, Becky Binion Behnen, insisted to police that this was no drug overdose and demanded an investigation. “48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports. This classic "48 Hours" episode last aired on 9/18/2010. Watch all-new episodes of “48 Hours” on Saturdays, and stream on demand on Paramount+.
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