"48 Hours" investigates high-impact crime cases and justice issues, featuring stories involving life-altering events. Since 1988, the series has aided in exonerating wrongfully convicted individuals, reopening cold cases, and advancing social justice through in-depth reporting and investigative journalism.
"48 Hours investigates complex crime and justice cases, focusing on unresolved mysteries and their societal impact. Since 1988, the series has aided in solving cold cases and exonerating wrongfully convicted individuals through in-depth reporting."
"48 Hours" investigates complex crimes, including Ray Wright's abduction, Dr. Sievers' attempted murder, and Alyssa Burkett's targeted elimination. The series, which began in 1988, has historically aided in exonerating the wrongfully convicted and reopening cold cases.
On February 25, 2025, Winlock, Washington police found Donald Piccolo and Kimberly Torres dead in their home, both fatally injured by sword strikes. Evidence, including Chandler's belongings and witness accounts, linked Robert Eugene Chandler, already in custody for a separate offense, to the crime. Chandler, who exhibited erratic behavior prior, was charged with two counts of first-degree murder after confessing during a jail interview.
A Jeep crashed into a family's living room, near a sleeping teenager. Police confronted the driver, a local school board member, who was arrested after failing sobriety tests. Officers suspected alcohol impairment following the incident.
In Lancaster, Pennsylvania, a love triangle escalated into violence as Lisa Michelle Lambert stalked and assaulted Laurie Show, driven by jealousy over her relationship with Lawrence Yunkin. The incident culminated in a fatal crime, exposing a web of betrayal and revenge that left lives irrevocably altered.
Susan Reinert, a devoted mother and English teacher, was found dead in her car, with her two children missing. Investigators linked her death to rumors, secret relationships, and life insurance policies, revealing a web of manipulation and scandal that obscured the true nature of her fate.
An 11-year-old girl in Norwich, Connecticut, found a hidden cellphone in a Walmart restroom, leading to the arrest of 21-year-old Grayson Weir. Investigators discovered voyeuristic images and videos on his phone, prompting charges of voyeurism, breach of peace, and risk of injury to a child. Weir is awaiting his next court appearance.
In January 2018, a high school sophomore failed to arrive at school after boarding her bus, prompting her mother's alarm. Her body was later found in a wooded area. The mother suspected an older man she had previously accused of inappropriate behavior toward her daughter.
A Chicago Public Schools security guard is accused of sexually assaulting two teenage girls over several years while working at George Washington High School. Prosecutors allege she sent a photo aiding investigators in identifying a second victim. The case involves ongoing legal proceedings.
Anamaria Milazzo, 22, faces felony charges in New York for allegedly sending explicit photos to a teenage boy. Police allege the inappropriate behavior occurred over three months, with a former sex crimes prosecutor assessing potential legal consequences.
Sixteen-year-old Joshua Davies was sentenced to 14 years in prison for murdering his on-off girlfriend, Rebecca Aylward, in a case linked to a bet. The incident, part of a true crime story, highlights the legal consequences of his actions.