Dean Fulcher

Type: Person

As of November 2026, Dean Fulcher has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Dateline NBC (Dec 2025). Detective/investigator who revisits the case, pushes for updated DNA testing, tracks Esparza over years, and helps develop the renewed prosecutorial theory.

Detective/Investigator (as described in episode) at Santa Ana Police Department (as described in episode) specializing in Homicide investigation, Cold case investigation.

Dean Fulcher at a glance
Mentioned in1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026)
First heardDec 2025 on Dateline NBC
RoleDetective/Investigator (as described in episode)
AffiliationSanta Ana Police Department (as described in episode)

Who talks about Dean Fulcher on podcasts?

Dean Fulcher came up; the most recent mention was Dec 2025 on Dateline NBC.

What is Dean Fulcher mentioned alongside?

Dean Fulcher is most often mentioned alongside Norma Patricia Esparza and Mike Murray.

Criticizes: Norma Patricia Esparza

Worked with: Mike Murray