The Ruse
Dateline · Season 34 · Episode 10
When Tom Perez Sr., a father from Fontana, California, 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.
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Season
34
Episode
10
Air Date
05/Dec/2025
Air Time
21:00
Runtime
29 min
Overview
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When Tom Perez Sr., a father from Fontana, California, 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.
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