$30 Million Lottery Winner Vanishes Under Mysterious Circumstances: Police Investigation Begins

In 2006, Abraham Shakespeare struck gold, winning a whopping $30 million in the Florida lottery. He didn’t keep it all to himself, though. Shakespeare generously used his winnings to help out friends, family, and even strangers by paying off mortgages and assisting those in need. However, three years after his big win, Shakespeare mysteriously disappeared, leaving many questions unanswered. Police began to investigate, looking for answers and potential suspects were not in short supply.

One of the key figures in this mysterious case is Dorice “Dee Dee” Moore, identified as a person of interest by the authorities. In an upcoming episode of “20/20,” our very own ABC News senior national correspondent Matt Gutman sits down for an exclusive phone interview with Moore to shed light on the situation. Tune in to “20/20” on Friday, April 18 at 9:01-11:00 p.m. EDT to catch the full story, or stream it the next day on Hulu.

Throughout the episode, you can expect to hear from a range of individuals involved in the case. From prosecutor Jay Pruner and Abraham Shakespeare’s second cousin Ashley McMillian to detectives David Clark and Greg Thomas, the episode is packed with exclusive interviews that aim to uncover the truth behind Shakespeare’s disappearance. Other interviewees include former undercover officer Mike Smith, Sentorria Butler, Abraham’s ex-girlfriend, Greg Massey, Shakespeare’s childhood friend, Deborah Mathis, author of “Unlucky Number,” and former Lakeland Ledger reporter Melissa Green.

“20/20” is a highly acclaimed primetime program anchored by David Muir and Deborah Roberts, known for its deep dive into character-driven true-crime mysteries and hard-hitting investigative reports. For over 45 years, “20/20” has been a leader in providing in-depth coverage of high-profile stories, making it a go-to for those hungry for the full picture. Don’t miss out on this gripping episode that promises to uncover the truth.