The First 48

2004•16 series

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Detectives in major cities in the United States race against the clock in the wake of homicides, knowing that if they don't find a lead within the first 48 hours, their chances of solving a case are cut in half. The programme shows how detectives use forensic evidence and witness interviews to help identify suspects.

Episode 2Taken for a Ride

In medicine, they call it the 'critical hour', in criminal investigations; they call it The First 48. (S19, ep 19)

Episode 3Killer Contact

In medicine, they call it the 'critical hour', in criminal investigations; they call it The First 48. (S19, ep 16)

Episode 4Mr. New Orleans/No Shelter

Mr New Orleans/No Shelter: In medicine, they call it the 'critical hour', in criminal investigations; they call it The First 48. (S19, ep 18)

Episode 5Bad Romance/Out Of Control

A Somali girl is executed in Minneapolis and a young man is left dead in Tulsa when a house party spirals out of control. (S19, ep 4)

Episode 18Dangerous Business

In Dallas, when a young father is gunned down in front of his house, Detective Steve David discovers that the victim had a dangerous secret. (S19, ep 7)

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