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48 Hours Mystery: Scared to Death
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In 1995, Police Lt. Jim Barton found his wife, Vickie, murdered execution-style on their farm in Warren County, Ohio.
With limited physical evidence and no suspects, the investigation lay dormant for nine years until a tip opened up the case.
Jim Barton soon found himself under arrest with charges related to the slaying. Prosecutors had a troubling theory: did Jim Barton’s ambition to become police chief lead to his wife’s murder? Correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
In its unique approach, 48 Hours delves into a single crime, examining it from multiple angles with its saturation coverage and action-driven style. The broadcast has received critical acclaim reflected in almost 20 Emmy awards, a George Foster Peabody Award, and an Ohio State Award.
With limited physical evidence and no suspects, the investigation lay dormant for nine years until a tip opened up the case.
Jim Barton soon found himself under arrest with charges related to the slaying. Prosecutors had a troubling theory: did Jim Barton’s ambition to become police chief lead to his wife’s murder? Correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
In its unique approach, 48 Hours delves into a single crime, examining it from multiple angles with its saturation coverage and action-driven style. The broadcast has received critical acclaim reflected in almost 20 Emmy awards, a George Foster Peabody Award, and an Ohio State Award.
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