The Peggy Hettrick Case - Part 1

In 2006, a missing person case led to the discovery of a possible serial killer on the loose. Four women were found dead in a ditch near a motel, without their shoes on, facing east towards Atlantic City, NJ. “48 Hours" Correspondent Harold Dow reports. This classic "48 Hours" episode last aired on 2/28/2008. Watch all-new episodes of “48 Hours” on Saturdays, and stream on demand on Paramount+. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

17 Juli 45min

In November 2004, New York couple Peter and Joan Porco were brutally attacked in their bed with an ax. Peter died at the scene. Joan survived and nodded “yes” when a detective asked her if her son Christopher was their attacker. After she recovered from the attack, Joan said she didn't recall that nod and that Christopher was innocent. “48 Hours" Correspondent Peter Van Sant reports. This classic "48 Hours" episode last aired on 8/17/2013. Watch all-new episodes of “48 Hours” on Saturdays, and stream on demand on Paramount+. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

16 Juli 46min

After being stabbed in a random attack in her New Jersey home, Donna Ongsiako says there is no earthly reason why she should be alive. While losing massive amounts of blood, she was able to call 911 and describe her attacker in great detail. 48 Hours correspondent Natalie Morales spoke with Donna about how she continues to cope with the trauma of her attack and how best to support victims as they recover. Get early, ad-free access to all episodes of It Could've Been Me by subscribing to 48 Hours Plus on Apple Podcasts. The series is widely available everywhere else you get your podcasts. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

15 Juli 26min

A woman outwits a young stranger who attacked her in her own home. What will it take to find him? "48 Hours" contributor Jim Axelrod reports. After you listen to this episode, don’t miss the "It Could've Been Me" companion episode in the 48 Hours podcast feed. Natalie Morales sits down with survivors to revisit the crime that nearly took their lives. Through in-depth interviews and the trusted reporting of 48 Hours, the series offers a thoughtful look at these extraordinary cases—and the haunting realization that the same could happen to any of us. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

14 Juli 46min

In July 2004, Jarrod Davidson was shot to death outside his apartment in California. Estranged from his ex-wife, Kelee, Jarrod had been scheduled to go to court in an attempt to get full custody of their daughter, Malia. The investigation would reveal a deep, and deadly, family feud. “48 Hours" Correspondent Maureen Maher reports. This classic "48 Hours" episode last aired on 7/28/2007. Watch all-new episodes of “48 Hours” on Saturdays, and stream on demand on Paramount+. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

10 Juli 45min

Nicknamed "Mr. Wonderful" by one of his victims, Matt Mathews repeatedly conned and defrauded numerous women he was romantically involved with, often after marrying them. Despite multiple arrests and convictions, his pattern of deception continued over decades, leaving a trail of financially and emotionally devastated victims. “48 Hours" Correspondent Susan Spencer reports. This classic "48 Hours" episode last aired on 5/29/2000. Watch all-new episodes of “48 Hours” on Saturdays, and stream on demand on Paramount+. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

9 Juli 45min

When Chris Smith arranged to meet Leslie Reeves for a first date, he never expected it would end in such a bloody scene. Leslie was killed that night while Chris barely survived being shot in the head. 48 Hours correspondent Natalie Morales and producer Paul LaRosa spoke with Chris about his miraculous recovery and how he finds the strength and motivation to move forward.Get early, ad-free access to all episodes of It Could've Been Me by subscribing to 48 Hours Plus on Apple Podcasts. The series is widely available everywhere else you get your podcasts. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

8 Juli 28min

A couple’s first date ends with an ambush. Both are shot. Can the only survivor identify the shooter? Erin Moriarty reports. After you listen to this episode, don’t miss the "It Could've Been Me" companion episode in the 48 Hours podcast feed. Natalie Morales sits down with survivors to revisit the crime that nearly took their lives. Through in-depth interviews and the trusted reporting of 48 Hours, the series offers a thoughtful look at these extraordinary cases—and the haunting realization that the same could happen to any of us. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

7 Juli 45min