Arrest & Trial

Season 1

Through a combination of re-enactments and actual footage, sensational true crimes are followed from their commission, through the investigation and apprehension of the suspected criminal, and finally to his/her trial.

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93 Episodes

  • Best Friend
    E1
    Best Friend
  • Supermarket Abductor
    E2
    Supermarket AbductorA 20-year-old mother never returned from a late-night run to the supermarket. The next morning, her body was discovered, having been sexually assaulted. After detectives canvassed the supermarket and questioned witnesses, they arrested a suspect.
  • Dr. Lips: Prescription for Death
    E3
    Dr. Lips: Prescription for Death
  • Sailing, Sailing
    E4
    Sailing, SailingMartha Brailsford was last seen when she met up with one of her friends in the harbor of Salem, Massachusetts. Can detectives prove she was murdered?
  • Frat Rats
    E5
    Frat Rats
  • Pillow Pyro
    E6
    Pillow Pyro
  • Three in a Hole: Buried Alive
    E7
    Three in a Hole: Buried Alive
  • Wrong Man
    E8
    Wrong Man
  • Biting Postal Worker
    E9
    Biting Postal Worker
  • Mall Murders
    E10
    Mall MurdersIn 1991, a series of robberies and murders shocks those who lives in the San Gabriel Valley. In the the end five people - Jose Avina, Agustine Ramirez, Willie Sams, Elizabeth Nisbet and Shirley Denogean - were killed by a vicious group.
  • Family Betrayal
    E11
    Family Betrayal
  • Linda Sobek Murder
    E12
    Linda Sobek Murder
  • Mystery of King Tut
    E13
    Mystery of King Tut
  • Sex, Drugs & Rock and Roll?
    E14
    Sex, Drugs & Rock and Roll?
  • Case of the Rubik's Cube
    E15
    Case of the Rubik's Cube
  • Mother's Day Murder
    E16
    Mother's Day Murder
  • Evil Soul
    E17
    Evil SoulWhen Sandy Shelton a hard-working mother encounters a stranger in a local bar, it ends in a savage ritualistic murder that shocks Beckemeyer, Illinois. It's up to the police to identify the suspect and make a case against him.
  • West Hills Bandits
    E18
    West Hills Bandits
  • For the Love of a Baywatch Babe
    E19
    For the Love of a Baywatch Babe
  • Husband Kills; Wife Confesses
    E20
    Husband Kills; Wife Confesses
  • Face From Bones
    E21
    Face From BonesA tip led investigators to a buried skeleton that revealed a seven-year-old murder. Through forensic reconstruction, the detectives were able to identify the victim and track down the killer -- but the defendant's testimony was very convincing
  • Teenage Prostitutes
    E22
    Teenage ProstitutesWhen two teenage girls reported they had been sexually assaulted, police were led to a man who was turning young runaways into prostitutes. The prosecution’s case rested largely on the testimony of several frightened teenagers
  • Stripping Down Chippendales
    E23
    Stripping Down ChippendalesAn FBI investigation into a murder-for-hire case uncovered the owner of the famous Chippendales Club at the helm of a plot of arson and murder. The investigation spanned two continents in an overseas sting operation
  • Vegas Dancer Stalked
    E24
    Vegas Dancer StalkedAn erotic dancer was shot and survived to name her attacker: an Iowa farmer who had been stalking her. With only circumstantial evidence and the profile of an obsessive mind, it would prove an arduous task to convict the stalker.
  • Closet Killer
    E25
    Closet KillerThe murder of a San Diego woman, found strangled in her closet, led to a nationwide search for a serial killer suspected of sexually assaulting and murdering five California women in four days
  • Holtsinger Gunslinger
    E26
    Holtsinger GunslingerA young man was discovered dead in the desert, having been shot repeatedly. Detectives learned that the victim was last seen with two friends from his place of employment: a gun shop. Investigators questioned the two friends until one of them cracked.
  • Scoutmaster Kills Wife
    E27
    Scoutmaster Kills WifeDuring a hike, a human skull was discovered in the brush. Through clay facial reconstruction, the victim was identified as the wife of a local scoutmaster. In questioning him, police found numerous inconsistencies in the scoutmaster’s version of events.
  • Sleepwalking Defense
    E28
    Sleepwalking DefenseA woman was found stabbed to death in her swimming pool. A neighbor witnessed the husband kill his wife, but he claimed to have been sleepwalking throughout the attack. Could the prosecution prove that the husband was awake during his crime?
  • Leisurely Leisure
    E29
    Leisurely LeisureThe investigation into the theft of a luxury yacht triggered the discovery of a murder-for-hire crime ring led by a crooked cop.
  • Romeo Ramon
    E30
    Romeo RamonThe investigation of a missing person’s report led police to clues that uncovered not only the missing person’s murder, but also two others. The trail of evidence led investigators to three victims who were also close to the suspect.
  • Bittaker Murders
    E31
    Bittaker MurdersA failed kidnapping attempt led police to two suspects, one of whom surprised investigators by confessing to a shocking killing spree. Police had no victims, yet they were left to find evidence based on this bizarre confession.
  • Daddy's Little Girl
    E32
    Daddy's Little GirlA nefarious father manipulated his 14-year-old daughter into believing she had to kill her stepmother in order to save him. Not only was she convicted, she also spent five years in jail -- until investigators convinced her to tell them the full story.
  • Greedy Grandsons
    E33
    Greedy GrandsonsA visiting pen pal became the prime suspect in the murder of his host: a loving grandmother. But a series of unexpected clues sent detectives looking at the victim’s two grandsons as possible double murderers.
  • Love Gone Wrong
    E34
    Love Gone WrongEvidence in a burglary-turned-homicide quickly pointed to the husband as the suspect in his wife’s murder. The husband had even shot himself in an effort to cover up the crime. But his performance would make it difficult to secure a conviction.
  • Deadly Delivery
    E35
    Deadly DeliveryThe death of three unrelated infants within hours of their births led investigators to a doctor practicing unlawful medicine in order to cover up insurance fraud. The prosecution had to convince the jury this was a case of murder, not manslaughter
  • The Wrong Hit
    E36
    The Wrong HitA Maryland State Trooper was the victim of a murder-for-hire plot when he was shot in an ambush operation by a drug dealer who was attempting to eliminate the state’s only witness against him: the trooper.
  • Valentine Murders
    E37
    Valentine MurdersAfter a party at their apartment, two girls were found murdered and sexually assaulted. Police questioned party attendees and arrested a Marine whom they located in the hospital with a severe cut to his hand.
  • Vampire Cult Killers
    E38
    Vampire Cult KillersA mother and father are found murdered in their home, and their 15-year-old daughter is missing. Police quickly learned that she was involved in a murderous vampire cult and that she may be on the run with several fellow cult members
  • The Burning of Crosses
    E39
    The Burning of CrossesMembers of various hate groups terrorized a suburban neighborhood. A print reporter had infiltrated one of the white supremacist groups and was asked to document their activity on videotape, which allowed the reporter to gather evidence for prosecution.
  • War on Drugs
    E40
    War on DrugsThis special edition of A&T joins the courageous men and women who fight the war against drugs, including a DEA agent who worked with a drug trafficker to bring a crooked lawyer and an elusive drug dealer to justice.
  • Baby `Napping
    E41
    Baby `NappingParents of a newborn lived their worst nightmare when their infant daughter was abducted from the hospital by a woman posing as a maternity ward nurse. Police raced against time to find the missing baby
  • Tequila Sunset
    E42
    Tequila SunsetParamedics responded to a 911 call and found a young wife unconscious, having slipped into a coma after drinking a shot of tequila. Five days later, she died. Police immediately suspected the victim’s husband due to his lack of concern over her welfare.
  • Armored Car Murders
    E43
    Armored Car MurdersGang members went on a yearlong robbery spree that left eight people dead. Their leader led a double life: a family man and tow truck driver to his wife… but a vicious predator to his fellow gang members and police
  • Make-Up Murder
    E44
    Make-Up MurderAn elaborate undercover sting operation, which included recruiting a makeup artist to fake a death, was used to capture the victim’s husband who had solicited his wife’s murder
  • An Eye for an Eye
    E45
    An Eye for an EyeA rookie California Highway Patrolman, married and with a baby on the way, was shot and killed during a routine traffic stop. The suspect immediately fled the scene, but a wallet left in his car and a Houston informant’s tip led police to the killer.
  • Buried in the Backyard
    E46
    Buried in the BackyardA beloved mother vanished without a trace. Although her husband was under suspicion from the beginning, it wasn't until four years after her disappearance that investigators were able to locate her body -- buried in her own backyard
  • Angel of Death
    E47
    Angel of DeathAfter a six-year-old girl went missing from her father’s yard, investigators were not able to compile enough evidence to make an arrest, nor could they find her body. Years later, an unrelated case provided investigators with an unexpected break.
  • Cheerleader Murder
    E48
    Cheerleader MurderA 15-year-old cheerleader was found sexually assaulted and murdered in her home. Police were left with few clues, but the victim’s mother refused to give up and continued to keep the search for her daughter’s killer in the public’s eye
  • Attack by Pretense
    E49
    Attack by PretenseWhat began as an investigation into an isolated attack quickly became a search to find a serial sexual predator. Once arrested, the suspect opted against a jury trial, and the 50 criminal charges against him were heard solely by a judge
  • Hricko Case
    E50
    Hricko CaseA man is killed in a fire while vacationing with his wife at a mystery dinner theater resort. His wife’s account of events and the state of the crime scene led investigators to question whether the fire was accidental or a homicide.
  • Drug Doctors
    E51
    Drug DoctorsA six-month undercover operation involving a DEA agent who infiltrated the international cocaine syndicate led to the apprehension of two drug-dealing doctors
  • The Hit From Jail
    E52
    The Hit From JailAs he arrived home from duty, a deputy jailer was gunned down in his driveway. A graffiti mark left on his house led police to four gang members. Their leader, an incarcerated drug dealer, had ordered the hit from a pay phone inside the jail.
  • Mako
    E53
    MakoA drug trafficker in custody and facing a no-win situation reached out to a DEA agent. The two men then worked together to bring a crooked lawyer and an elusive drug dealer to justice.
  • The Perfect Couple
    E54
    The Perfect CoupleA wealthy woman vying to enter the political arena solicited a local trash collector to help arrange the murder of 2 people - one of them, her husband
  • Tumbe
    E55
    TumbeA Chicago detective and a DEA agent formed an alliance to apprehend the suspects believed responsible for a murder that was contracted in order to settle a drug debt.
  • Unusual Voice
    E56
    Unusual VoiceFor 18 months, a serial rapist terrorized the residents of a small community in Maryland. A special task force was created and eventually police identified their suspect through surveillance and a "voice line up
  • Armando Garcia
    E59
    Armando GarciaThe apprehension of a fishing boat used for drug transport gave investigators information on the operations of a notorious drug smuggler. While surveying a potential drop location, law enforcement began a 5-hour, high-speed, air and water pursuit
  • Bank Robbers in Love
    E60
    Bank Robbers in LoveDuring a string of 14 bank robberies in Los Angeles, the thieves were nicknamed the Nasty Bandits for their aggressive treatment of bank employees and robbery victims. The first break in the case came when one of the getaway cars was in a traffic accident and the driver was discovered with cash and guns. Traumatized victims found it difficult to face their tormentors and testify during the trial
  • Cowboy Criminal
    E61
    Cowboy CriminalThree University of Alabama co-eds were abducted at gunpoint and sexually assaulted
  • Family Dishonor
    E62
    Family DishonorA young girl was murdered by her parents in what they contended was self-defense and later tried to justify as an "honor killing." Police received a fortuitous break when it was discovered that the girl's murder had been tape recorded during FBI surveillance of the father for his involvement in terrorist activity.
  • Lords of Chaos
    E63
    Lords of ChaosA high-school teacher was killed by a group of five students calling themselves the Lords of Chaos. Their gang activities initially consisted of vandalism and robbery but escalated to murder when the teacher nearly exposed the gang’s illegal activities.
  • The Grim Reaper
    E64
    The Grim ReaperWhen a former Marine died at a Birmingham hospital under suspicious circumstances, police suspected a male nurse whose actions were either those of a dedicated employee or a twisted killer with a hero complex
  • Operation Hotwheels
    E65
    Operation Hotwheels"Operation Hotwheels” was the code name given to an elaborate FBI sting operation set up to bring down three separate SUV car theft rings. For 11 months, two FBI agents went under deep cover as a wealthy businessman and his bodyguard.
  • Overseas Ransom
    E66
    Overseas RansomThe 17-year-old son of a wealthy Chinese couple living in California was kidnapped and held for more than two weeks for a $1.5 million ransom. U.S. and Chinese police joined forces in a coordinated crime-fighting effort to locate the abducted teenager
  • Chaney Case
    E67
    Chaney CaseA 12-year-old girl was found dead in a field. She was last seen at her best friend’s home, and investigators soon suspected the friend’s stepfather. The investigation yielded little physical evidence, but particles from the girl’s clothing were key.
  • Phillips' Fiery Flames
    E68
    Phillips' Fiery FlamesA serial arsonist eluded authorities for 16 years before he was finally caught on tape in a groundbreaking surveillance operation. He was charged with setting 16 fires.
  • Hot Shots
    E69
    Hot ShotsA routine narcotics arrest uncovered a vicious murder-for-revenge case. The victim was a confidential informant.
  • Nasty Bandits
    E70
    Nasty BanditsDuring a string of 14 bank robberies in Los Angeles, the thieves were nicknamed the Nasty Bandits for their treatment of bank employees and robbery victims. The first break in the case came when one of the getaway cars was in a traffic accident.
  • Girl Gang Leader
    E71
    Girl Gang LeaderPolice learn that a well-organized street gang responsible for a string of bank robberies that included a vicious murder is led by a woman.
  • Tractor Trailer Kidnapping
    E72
    Tractor Trailer KidnappingA college student at a Vermont rest stop is kidnapped and sexually assaulted in June 1989. During the attack, she leaves clues behind that could lead to her attacker. After a series of twists and turns, a joint investigation nabs a suspect.
  • Natural Born Killer
    E73
    Natural Born KillerA San Diego man discovers his wife and young son murdered. Detectives track down a suspect and have him in custody when a strikingly similar crime occurs. The police quickly realize they have the wrong man
  • Night Stalker
    E74
    Night StalkerFor over six months, the infamous serial killer and sexual predator known as the “Night Stalker” terrorized LA County.
  • Nazi Arms Dealer
    E75
    Nazi Arms DealerA routine traffic check ended in the murder of a young Missouri State Trooper. An arsenal of weapons was found in the suspect’s van
  • She Said, They Said
    E76
    She Said, They SaidA stranger persuades a 30-year-old woman with a questionable past to get into a car. After the woman survives a brutal attack, police return to the scene to collect evidence. They are led to a local college football hero and three of his friends.
  • Candyman
    E77
    CandymanAfter an eight-year-old boy died mysteriously, police suspected that he had eaten poisoned Halloween candy. Authorities were shocked when evidence pointed to the boy’s father as the man behind the contaminated candy.
  • Cotton Club Mystery
    E78
    Cotton Club MysteryA Los Angeles film producer is missing for three weeks when his body is found in a remote canyon outside the city, in the infamous “Cotton Club” murder case
  • Broken Pearls
    E79
    Broken PearlsA man attacks a 26-year-old woman he meets at a Vermont bar with her girlfriends. The incident occurs after she shares a drink and a car ride with him. The victim gives police an extremely detailed description of the night's events, but due to the trauma of the incident, she blocks out her attacker's face, leaving it to her friends to provide clues to his identity. An exhaustive investigation leads to a suspect who is a husband and father of two. Will a jury convict the defendant when his accuser cannot identify him?
  • The Code
    E80
    The CodeA brutal triple murder of a family in a small town left investigators with little evidence to solve the case. However, police suspected it was a drug-related crime because the youngest victim was a small-time deale
  • Nightmare Nurse
    E81
    Nightmare NurseThe sudden and unexplained death of a 15-month-old girl led authorities to the suspicious actions of a pediatric nurse. The investigation, led by the Texas Rangers, uncovered the nurse’s connection to other similar infant deaths.
  • Mustang Mayhem
    E82
    Mustang MayhemThe owner of a gentleman’s club called The Mustang was found in a parking garage, shot three times. Miraculously, he survived but refused to cooperate with police. Then, four months into the investigation, he decided to talk.
  • Murder for Little Money
    E83
    Murder for Little MoneyPolice searched for answers in the murder of a female restaurant manager and a young delivery truck driver. The investigation led authorities to suspect an inside job.
  • Spittin' Bullets
    E84
    Spittin' BulletsThree seemingly unrelated, violent attacks prompted a convoluted search for suspects. The sexual assault and murder of a military police woman, the attempted murder of a soldier’s wife and the killing of a young father led police to the same few names.
  • Vacation Nightmare
    E85
    Vacation NightmareA German tourist was robbed and run-over with the getaway car while her young son looked on from their rental vehicle. Detectives had merely the account of the young son, who spoke only German, to aid them until evidence from another robbery provided the break they needed to arrest the suspects. Despite taped confessions, the two suspects insisted on their day in court. The defense contended the confessions were coerced, but the jury found otherwise
  • Deadly Affair
    E86
    Deadly AffairA man who was about to divorce his wife was found dead in their home. After an exhaustive manhunt through a swamp, the murderer was captured.
  • Neighbor Double Murder
    E87
    Neighbor Double MurderEvidence in the murder of a man and the disappearance of his wife pointed to their unassuming neighbor. The wife’s body was found days later inside the neighbor’s truck. Though prosecutors found evidence, they were puzzled by the lack of a motive.
  • Long Kept Secret
    E88
    Long Kept SecretA four-year-old girl witnessed her father murder her mother. Twenty-four years later, the courageous daughter came forward to reveal her memories to police.
  • You're Getting Very Sleepy
    E89
    You're Getting Very SleepyA woman with car trouble was abducted, but she miraculously escaped by jumping from the speeding truck of her captor.
  • Dr. Death
    E90
    Dr. DeathPolice were initially unable to solve the murder of a married couple. But when their adult son was murdered two years later, investigators uncovered a murder-for-profit plot. The conspiracy involved the son’s wife, her ex-lover, a dentist and his partner.
  • Death on Mothers Day
    E91
    Death on Mothers DayOn Mother’s Day 1995, a family outing at a Universal City, California restaurant turned deadly for a young woman and her boyfriend’s mother. Detectives learned that the younger victim’s boyfriend was in debt and romantically involved with another woman.
  • Insurance King Crime
    E92
    Insurance King CrimeA man's body was discovered by his adult son. The victim was heavily insured, but all family members had alibis. While police were investigating a possible murder plot, the victim's wife and her lover both committed suicide. The son and a family friend of the wife's lover were arrested. But could the prosecution obtain a conviction based on circumstantial evidence?
  • Frozen Dinner: The Crucial Clue
    E93
    Frozen Dinner: The Crucial ClueThe body of a woman was discovered in the woods. An autopsy revealed that her stomach was full, indicating she had eaten just before her death.
  • Murder by Poison
    E94
    Murder by PoisonA woman’s sudden death baffled authorities until her husband’s first wife came forward, claiming he’d tried to poison her two decades earlier. Secret diaries chronicled not only the victim’s affair, but also her husband’s jealous plan to poison her.
  • BBQ's and Bloody Marys
    E95
    BBQ's and Bloody MarysA woman was murdered after an altercation with her boyfriend’s sister at a barbecue.

Cast of Season 1

  • Brian DennehySelf - Host
  • Dick WolfProducer

 

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