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Jul 2025
41m 7s

Deadly First Date

CBS News
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A couple’s first date ends with an ambush. Both are shot. Can the only survivor identify the shooter? Erin Moriarty reports. After you listen to this episode, don’t miss the "It Could've Been Me" companion episode in the 48 Hours podcast feed. Natalie Morales sits down with survivors to revisit the crime that nearly took their lives. Through in-depth intervi ... Show More
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