The First 48 Presents Critical Minutes

S02E04 Forensics Don't Lie

This episode revisits three compelling cases from The First 48, showcasing the crucial impact of forensics in cracking homicide investigations. In Harris County, detectives utilize fingerprints to unravel a father's tragic carjacking and murder. Meanwhile, in Charlotte, NC, the family of a murdered woman discovers justice thanks to DNA evidence. Lastly, in Minneapolis, ballistics analysis proves essential in resolving the case of a man who was shot during a street altercation.