48 Hours Anchors Away
Mar 12, 2025
In a chilling tale, Scottsdale couple Tom and Jackie Hawks are lured to their demise on a yacht by former child actor Skylar DeLeon. With deceit woven into a seemingly innocent sale, the Hawks find themselves fighting for their lives. The dark narrative unfolds as family ties, love, and betrayal collide, revealing the sinister plot behind their tragic fate. As detectives race against time, shocking truths emerge about deception at sea and the relentless pursuit of justice that follows.
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A Life on the Water
- Tom and Jackie Hawks shared a deep love for boating and the ocean.
- Their happy memories revolved around water activities.
Missing Persons
- Tom and Jackie Hawks, an Arizona couple, went missing from Newport Beach, California, in 2004.
- Their disappearance launched a massive search.
Skyler's Troubled Past
- Skyler DeLeon had a troubled childhood with an abusive, drug-dealing father.
- He had a brief stint as an extra on Power Rangers and later joined the Marines, going AWOL.