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The Elisa Lam Case, Explained
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The Elisa Lam Case, Explained

What happened to Elisa Lam? What did the elevator surveillance footage show? And where is the Cecil Hotel? Here are some of the details of the case, explained.

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Famous Cases Explained

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    2:23
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