48 Hours: Case by Case

The prosecution and defense have rested their cases. Jurors heard testimony about Maya Millete's secret relationship, a hidden Instagram account, Larry Millete's communications with an online spiritual practitioner. Prosecutors also questioned witnesses about the digital evidence they say helps reconstruct the events surrounding Maya's disappearance and where investigators searched for her. CBS News legal analyst Caroline Polisi and “48 Hours” consultant Herman Weisberg discuss the significance of witness testimony for the outcome of this trial.

For decades, Maurice Pierce, Robert Springsteen, Michael Scott, and Forrest Welborn lived under the shadow of the Yogurt Shop Murders, a crime that left an indelible mark on Austin and forever changed the lives of the the families of the victims: Eliza Thomas, Amy Ayers, and sisters Jennifer and Sarah Harbison. All four men were ultimately declared innocent and later exonerated after investigators linked another man to the killings. After reporting on this case for more 30 years, "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty speaks with Pierce's widow and daughter about the devastating toll of a wrongful accusation, their family's fight to clear his name, a financial settlement, and what justice means when it arrives decades too late.

After decades of waiting, the victims of Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann finally faced him in a courtroom that became a space for grief, rage, and release. One by one, loved ones delivered searing victim impact statements—describing the lives stolen and the generational trauma left behind. Heuermann, largely expressionless, spoke briefly. In this episode, we focus on the emotional heart of the sentencing—from raw statements to the quiet devastation of children who grew up without their mothers—and what it meant to finally say these words, face-to-face.

On Friday, June 5th, Brendan Banfield was sentenced to life in prison without parole for orchestrating an elaborate plot to murder his wife, Christine Banfield, while carrying on an affair with the family's au pair, Juliana Peres Magalhães. The scheme involved luring an unsuspecting man, Joseph Ryan, to the Banfield home and attempting to frame him for the crime.

‘48 Hours’ correspondent Anne-Marie Green and ‘48 Hours’ producer Michelle Sigona share the most passionate moments from victim impact statements. You’ll also hear from Brendan Banfield in court as he  maintained his innocence.

In a trial with no body and no crime scene, is circumstantial evidence enough to convict? Larry Millete’s murder trial continues this week with shocking courtroom revelations. He is accused of killing his wife, 39-year-old mother of three Maya Millete. 

With cameras banned from the courtroom, 48 Hours correspondent Peter Van Sant and CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman break down the past two weeks of testimony, from texts inquiring about a hitman, to a mysterious freezer wheeled out of the home just two days after she disappeared.

During his time competing on Survivor, Joe Hunter has been open about seeking justice for the death of his sister Joanna whose death was ruled a suicide. “48 Hours” correspondent Natalie Morales and producer Michelle Fanucci discuss their investigation into Joanna’s death and an interview with Hunter who believes Joanna’s husband, former pastor Mark Lewis, staged the scene after years of domestic violence. Mark Lewis has not been charged with any crime relating to the death of Joanna.

Alliance for Hope International's list of Ten Factors of a Suspicious Death in a Domestic Violence Relationship: https://www.allianceforhope.org/training-institute-on-strangulation-prevention/resources[…]-of-a-suspicious-death-in-domestic-violence-relationships

After years of waiting, Larry Millete’s murder trial is underway in San Diego. He is accused of killing his wife, Maya Millete, who disappeared in 2021. The first week has already delivered bombshell testimony. In this episode of "Case by Case", "48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green and CBS 8 San Diego reporter Kelly Hessedal break down the 2021 disappearance of Maya before diving into the stunning allegations laid out in court–including an alleged affair and emails with online spellcasters.

The South Carolina Supreme Court just issued a stunning unanimous ruling overturning the 2023 double murder convictions of Alex Murdaugh. In this episode of “Case by Case”, “48 Hours” correspondent Anne-Marie Green and University of South Carolina School of Law professor Colin Miller break down the jury tampering allegations against Becky Hill that sent this notorious case back to square one.

Last week, the remains of the second victim in the slaying of two University of South Florida students were finally identified. Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy were both doctoral candidates from Bangladesh. Hisham Abugharbieh, Limon’s roommate, has been charged with two counts of first degree murder in connection to their deaths.

On this episode of “Case by Case", “48 Hours” correspondent Natalie Morales and Miami-based CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides break down what we know so far, and how, according to prosecutors, the suspected killer consulted AI to help plan the crimes. Limon and Bristy will both receive posthumous degrees on Friday.

On Wednesday April 29th, prosecutors released a brief outlining their case against singer-songwriter D4vd, who has been charged in the murder of 14 year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. On this episode of “Case By Case,” we examine the state’s timeline of events, including the allegation that D4vd stabbed Celeste and went to great lengths to cover up the crime. Plus, an update on Nick Reiner who appeared in the same court just hours before D4vd. “48 Hours” correspondent Erin Moriarty and Los Angeles Times crime writer Richard Winton dig into the new details on both stories.