Often described as a shadowy counterpart to the open internet, the dark web offers access to services as sinister as contract killings. "48 Hours" delves into this alarming underworld, revealing an international criminal enterprise engaged …

Often called the internet's shadowy counterpart, the dark web offers access to services as sinister as hit men-for-hire. "48 Hours" delves into this alarming underworld, exposing an international criminal organization involved in murder-for…

The fiancée of a prominent Hollywood producer has been found murdered, a brutal act that has cast a chilling shadow over the industry. Suspicion falls on a multitude of possibilities: the ruthless reach of the Russian mob, the complexities …

Ramon Sosa, a former professional boxer and owner of two gyms in Houston, Texas, had achieved a life of success – until he discovered a plot to assassinate him. Rather than succumb, he responded with a calculated fight, collaborating with t…

He went to the lake to hunt, and the father disappeared. The prevailing belief was that alligators had claimed him, but his mother refused to accept that fate. Seventeen years later, a startling confession would reveal she had known the tru…

The death of a gifted student from an Ivy League university has cast a pall over California. He was found murdered following a meeting with a former classmate at a local park. Correspondent Tracy Smith delves into the case, exploring the po…

Joey Comunale, a thriving twenty-six-year-old from Connecticut, indulged in a familiar weekend ritual: a night out clubbing in New York City's vibrant Meatpacking District. He spent the evening at an after-party that initially appeared unre…

The passing of radio icon Casey Kasem four years ago has not brought peace to his family. Instead, a bitter dispute has ignited, centered on the circumstances of his death and the question of responsibility. A substantial estate, potentiall…

In "48 Hours," a family embarks on a determined quest to reclaim their son's honor, a pursuit undertaken seven years after his death at the hands of a police officer. The story is reported by CBS News special correspondent James Brown.

Over two decades after the disappearance of Iowa television anchor Jodi Huisentruit, "48 Hours" presents fresh developments in the ongoing investigation. The report is filed by CBS News' Jim Axelrod.

In a startling turn of events, a Texas father finds himself caught in a desperate struggle to protect the life of his own son – the intended target of a hired assassin. Peter Van Sant, reporting for "48 Hours," brings us the newest developm…

The Closs case offers a chilling glimpse into a world of vanished children, a world echoed by the heartbreaking narratives of those who have disappeared before. It is a story interwoven with the enduring pain of families who continue to liv…

Can a podcaster and a relentless detective, equipped with the latest technological advancements, unravel a seemingly impossible double murder? Correspondent Richard Schlesinger from "48 Hours" reports.

Almost two decades prior, an inmate on death row contacted "48 Hours," claiming he had been wrongly accused of murdering four individuals. Had evidence been fabricated? Recent DNA testing offers the potential to finally resolve this questio…

In a chilling account of survival, hostages recount the terrifying three hours they endured at the hands of a gunman inside a California supermarket. CBS News' Jim Axelrod reports on their ordeal, a harrowing glimpse into a life-threatening…

Following the fatal attack on an elderly couple, the teenager reportedly stated the act "felt amazing." A recently enacted and contentious California law may allow his release when he turns twenty-five years old. Erin Moriarty, a correspo…

Near the railway tracks in South Carolina, a pregnant woman and her newborn daughter were discovered deceased. While the circumstances were ruled a suicide, the family of the woman harbored a suspicion regarding her son-in-law.

Peter Van Sant and his team delve into the thirty-year-old murder of Carolyn Abel, an American teacher residing in South Korea when she was killed. The case presents a troubling complexity: the potential for her killer to evade prosecution …

A series of three murders in Austin, Texas, each eerily similar, prompted investigators to consider the possibility of a serial killer. Yet, the perpetrator left behind no trace – no forensic evidence, no DNA. The police launched a desperat…

The chilling possibility remains: could a parent manipulate a teenager into committing murder against the other, meticulously staging the scene to resemble a suicide? Investigative journalist Erin Moriarty delves into this disturbing scenar…

The discovery of a Marine colonel, shot within his own bunk, has ignited a storm of conflicting narratives. While authorities have ruled the death a suicide, his wife insists it was murder, and she vows to uncover the truth. Peter Van Sant,…

Before their home, a judge and her son were ambushed. They sustained multiple gunshot wounds, yet the judge refused to yield to intimidation. Instead, she actively worked to prevent further attacks. Reporting on the incident is CBS News’ Ji…

The death of an Irish businessman at the hands of his American wife, formerly his au pair, and her father has ignited a complex legal battle. The couple assert self-defense, but the deceased’s sister is determined to prove a different story…

The death of a young woman initially seemed to be a suicide, but investigators now suggest a friend assisted her, recording the event. Weeks prior, the friend had sent a text message stating, "It's like getting away with murder." CBS News’ …

The man, once a television producer and celebrated windsurfer, maintains his innocence in a murder case. His only link to the crime, the prosecution claims, is a single teaspoon of sand. Correspondent Erin Moriarty of "48 Hours" delves into…

The wealthy investor, implicated in his wife's death and a fabricated kidnapping, has triggered an international search by U.S. Marshals. Correspondent Tracy Smith follows the trail. Have you encountered him?

In a quiet Pennsylvania city, a beloved teacher has been fatally shot. The question lingers: who would wish her harm? As the investigation unfolds, it appears several individuals may have had motive. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty d…

Journalists from CBS News examine the remarkable resilience of Jayme Closs, a Wisconsin teenager who endured 88 days of captivity before ultimately escaping. The report details the profound connection forged between Jayme and her community …

Peter Chadwick, a millionaire real estate investor, and his wife, Q.C., disappeared from their luxurious home in Newport Beach, California, during the afternoon. Several hours later, Peter placed a call to 911 from a gas station situated ne…