The Soldier's Wife | Full Episode
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The Soldier's Wife | Full Episode

A young soldier's claim of an accidental shooting of his wife is challenged by prosecutors who allege jealous rage, leading to a complex trial focused on intent and gun safety.

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The Man with Two Names | Full Episode
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The Man with Two Names | Full Episode

A charming man with a dark past, John Green (aka Ted Maher) is revealed as a serial deceiver, from a deadly Monte Carlo arson to a modern-day murder-for-hire plot against his wife.

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Justice Prevails | "48 Hours" Full Episodes
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Justice Prevails | "48 Hours" Full Episodes

This 48 Hours episode reconstructs three harrowing true crime cases, revealing the complex, often decades-long battles for justice, the challenges of circumstantial evidence, and the profound impact on victims' families.

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Mommy Dearest | Full Episode
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Mommy Dearest | Full Episode

A Palm Beach socialite, acquitted of her ex-husband's murder, faces trial again two decades later for shooting her own son with the same gun, as her son's testimony repeatedly shifts.

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Con Artists | 48 Hours Full Episodes
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Con Artists | 48 Hours Full Episodes

Uncover three chilling true crime cases where husbands become the prime suspects in the mysterious deaths of their wives, revealing patterns of deception, financial motives, and conflicting narratives that challenge initial claims of accident or suicide.

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Terrifying Events | "48 Hours" Full Episodes
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Terrifying Events | "48 Hours" Full Episodes

Explore three chilling true crime cases, including the Son of Sam murders, a suspicious scuba diving death, and a brutal bathtub murder, revealing the complex investigations and psychological depths of the accused.

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Deadly Hikes and Vacations | "48 Hours" Full Episodes
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Deadly Hikes and Vacations | "48 Hours" Full Episodes

This episode compiles four true crime investigations where partners are accused of killing their loved ones during outdoor activities or at home, often involving suspicious circumstances, inconsistent stories, and financial motives.

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The Woman Who Died Twice | Full Episode
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The Woman Who Died Twice | Full Episode

A woman reported dead and cremated by her husband is later found dismembered in a swamp, revealing a shocking web of lies, a fabricated secret agent narrative, and a calculated murder driven by financial evasion.

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Terrified Witnesses | 48 Hours Full Episodes
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Terrified Witnesses | 48 Hours Full Episodes

This episode compiles four harrowing true crime stories, exposing the complexities of investigation, manipulation, and the enduring impact on victims and their families as justice is sought, delayed, or overturned.

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The Mysterious Death of Kat West | Full Episode
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The Mysterious Death of Kat West | Full Episode

The mysterious death of a mother with a secret online life leads to her husband's conviction for reckless manslaughter, despite an 'undetermined' cause of death and unwavering family support for his innocence.

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