48 Hours S39E16 — The Rx Defense

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48 Hours•Season 39•Episode 16

The Rx Defense

7.7/10 · 22 votesFeb 7, 202642 min

Ranked #2 of 30 in Season 39•+0.4 vs season avg

On December 23, 2023, police were called to a Texas home where two teenagers had been shot. Eighteen-year-old Ethan Riley died from his injuries, while 19-year-old Ben Bliek survived. Their friend, 17-year-old Connor Hilton, was arrested and later confessed to the shooting. He claims the

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Episode Summary

"The Rx Defense" is episode 16 of 48 Hours season 39. It scored 7.7/10 from 22 votes, ranking #2 of 30 episodes this season (season average 7.3). It aired on February 7, 2026.

Next: E17 · The Girl from Wahoo Best of Season 39