48 Hours S39E16

48 Hours - S39E16: The Rx Defense

Feb 07, 2026News, Crime, DocumentarySeason 39, Episode 16

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 shooting was triggered by a reaction to a popular prescription acne medication, saying it caused him to experience homicidal thoughts. Prosecutors, however, reject that explanation and say the evidence points elsewhere.

48 Hours S39E16 Synopsis

Stream 48 Hours "The Rx Defense" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 2026-02-07, this episode is part of Season 39 of 48 Hours. With a runtime of 42m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this News and Crime series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. 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 co...