The First 48 Presents Critical Minutes
A look back at some of the most unforgettable moments in The First 48’s history. Each episode presents different cases previously featured on the show, all with a common theme.
The First 48 Presents Critical Minutes
A look back at some of the most unforgettable moments in The First 48’s history. Each episode presents different cases previously featured on the show, all with a common theme.
The First 48 Presents Critical Minutes
A look back at some of the most unforgettable moments in The First 48’s history. Each episode presents different cases previously featured on the show, all with a common theme.
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Hosted by former "First 48" detectives, "The First 48 Presents Critical Minutes" looks back at some of the most unforgettable moments in the series' history.
Episode 1: The Case That Haunts Me 1
In Memphis, the tragic murder of 6 people in the same house on Lester Street tears a family apart. I...
Episode 2: Shocking Confessions
In Tulsa, a key witness denies knowing anything about a brutal homicide until confronted with eviden...
Episode 3: Women of Homicide
A confrontation turns deadly in Memphis, Tenn.; in Cincinnati, a single mother is torn between work...
Episode 4: The Case That Haunts Me 2
The gruesome rape and murder of two women in an abandoned house haunts investigators; detectives wor...
Episode 5: Rookies
In New Orleans, a robbery takes a rookie months to unravel; in Phoenix a first time detective with o...
Episode 6: The Chase
In Tulsa, a shooting in a motel parking lot leads investigators to undertake an undercover operation...
Episode 7: Heat of the Moment
Looks back at three cases that erupted in the heat of the moment. In Kansas City, a confrontation wi...
Episode 8: Caught on Camera 1
Three of The First 48's most memorable cases featuring surveillance video are highlighted: in Clevel...
Episode 9: Wrong Place, Wrong Time 1
A beloved barber is caught in the crossfire of a long-standing gang rivalry; a young man returns hom...
Episode 10: Caught on Camera 2
In Tulsa, multiple cameras help crack open a case; in Atlanta, a key witness provides a crucial lead...
Episode 11: In Broad Daylight
In New Orleans, a night out ends with a deadly morning after a random encounter; in Tulsa, an argume...
Episode 12: Shocking Twists
In Kansas City, detectives discover two women in an abandoned garage; in Dallas, investigators use a...
Episode 13: Fatal Friendship
In New Orleans, close friends fight over money and one of them ends up dead; in Florida's Broward Co...
Episode 14: The Case That Haunts Me 3
In Tucson, Ariz., a homeless woman is brutally gutted under a highway underpass; the suspect's motiv...
Episode 15: Wrong Place, Wrong Time 2
In Memphis, Tenn., a man is killed when he tries to break up a fight; in Miami, a well-intended kid...
Episode 16: The Case That Haunts Me 4
This episode looks back at three cases that stayed with detectives. In Dallas, a man is dismembered...
Episode 17: Heat of the Moment 2
Three cases are highlighted from The First 48 archive that feature stories with Women Detectives. In...
Episode 18: Women of Homicide 2
In Atlanta, Detective Summer Benton investigates a deadly dispute between roommates; in Rochester, I...
Episode 19: Shocking Confessions 2
In Miami, a Thanksgiving interrogation takes a surprising turn; in Tulsa, an argument among a group...
Episode 20: A Family Affair
In Cleveland, a family is torn apart when a beloved uncle is killed by his own flesh and blood. Then...
Episode 1: Murder in the Family
Three cases from The First 48 that feature families enveloped in personal tragedies. In New Orleans,...
Episode 2: Interrogations: Lies and Tells
Three different approaches to suspect interviews are featured from The First 48. First, detectives i...
Episode 3: Heat of the Moment 3
Three cases from The First 48 where things get out of control in a heated moment. In Birmingham, a m...
Episode 4: Forensics Don't Lie
A look back at three cases from The First 48 where forensics played a pivotal role in solving homici...
Episode 5: No Witness
When there are no witnesses, homicide detectives face an uphill climb to find the truth. First, dete...
Episode 6: Unfinished Business
Three cases from The First 48 that were driven by revenge and resentment. In Mobile, a man is execut...
Episode 7: Deadly Plans
Three stories from The First 48 where a plan proved deadly for unwitting victims. In Dallas, a man i...
Episode 8: Fatal Friendship 2
Three stories from The First 48 where a plan proved deadly for unwitting victims. In Dallas, a man i...
Episode 9: Wrong Place, Wrong Time 3
A look back at three First 48 cases where the victims were in the wrong place at the wrong time. In...
Episode 10: The Case That Haunts Me 5
In Memphis, a woman is dragged to her death in broad daylight; in Harris County, a young mother is f...
Episode 11: Rookies 2
Rookie detectives lead their first investigations in three cases from "The First 48" archive; in Lou...
Episode 12: Shocking Motives
Homicide detectives attempt to understand puzzling motives for murder after a woman is attacked as p...
Episode 13: The Pros
Veteran homicide detectives search for answers after a woman is killed in her Dallas home, a relucta...
Episode 14: In the Name of Love
Examines three cases where homicides were committed in the name of love. First, in Dallas, a couple...
Episode 15: Unfinished Business 2
Episode 1: Under The Influence
Episode 2: Women Who Kill
Episode 3: All For Money
Episode 4: On the Run
Episode 5: The Case that Haunts Me, Part 6
Episode 6: Forensics Don't Lie, Part 2
Episode 7: Brave Witnesses
Episode 8: Beware of Strangers
Episode 9: A Woman's Work
Episode 10: Fatal Friendship Part 3
Episode 11: Heat of the Moment
Episode 12: A Killer in the Family
Episode 13: Fatal Friendship, Part 4
Episode 14: Senseless
Episode 15: The Big Break
Episode 16: Caught on Camera, Part 3
Episode 17: Interrogations: Lies and Tells 2
Episode 1: Fatal Feuds
Revisiting three cases where disputes escalate to violence and ultimately end in homicides.
Episode 2: Miraculous Survivors
A shooting on Bourbon Street leaves only one survivor; a young man and his girlfriend are shot.
Episode 3: Caught On Camera
Surveillance captures a group of people en route to a deadly shooting; a turf war heats up.
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