What to Know 5 Years After Casey Anthony’s Murder Acquittal

Casey Anthony, the Florida mother who was vilified by the nation after being accused of killing her 2-year-old daughter, Caylee, was acquitted in the girl’s murder five years ago today.

The twists and turns of the ensuing six-week trial had captivated the country. Here are five things to remember about the saga:

The tragedy Caylee was first reported missing in July 2008 by Anthony’s mother Cindy, who told a dispatcher that the little girl had been gone for a month.