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ABC's 20/20 episode "Night Terror" will revisit the murders of Dennis and Norma Woodruff and the conviction of their son, Brandon Dale Woodruff. The upcoming episode airs on the network on Friday, August 9, 2024 at 9:00 p.m. ET. Brandon, whose murder conviction landed him in prison for life, gives his first interview in the episode. He claims he is "innocent" and that he "didn't kill my parents at all."
Dennis and Norma Woodruff reportedly died in October 2005 in their Royse City, Texas home from gunshot and stab wounds. Authorities revealed that the killer shot Norma multiple times and also slit her throat. The perpetrator also shot and stabbed Dennis. The incident took place in the living room, but there were no signs of forced entry. In addition, whoever committed the crime did not take anything from the crime scene and washed up in a bathroom.
Investigation revealed that Dennis and Norma's son, Brandon Dale Woodruff, was likely the last person to see them alive. Investigators eventually arrested Brandon based on incriminating evidence they found against him, including DNA.
