48 Hours Post Mortem | The Boy Who Killed His Twin
Sep 30, 2025
In this riveting discussion, Erin Moriarty, a seasoned investigative reporter known for her in-depth storytelling, delves into the haunting case of Ben Elliott, who fatally stabbed his twin sister while allegedly sleepwalking. Erin unpacks the complexities of sleepwalking and its legal implications, shares insights from her jail interview with Ben, and examines his odd demeanor during police questioning. She also explores the emotional toll on the families involved and the unsettling questions surrounding memory and violent acts during sleep.
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Sleepwalking Defense Creates Ambiguity
- The defense argued Ben stabbed his twin while sleepwalking and lacked intent to kill.
- Erin Moriarty and Anne-Marie Green both found the sleepwalking claim plausible yet unresolved because intent remained unknown.
Reporter Shares Twin Perspective
- Erin Moriarty revealed she is a twin and felt a personal connection to the case.
- She said she couldn't imagine hurting her twin and that the case hit her hard emotionally.
No Clear Motive Or Digital Trail
- Prosecutors lacked a clear motive and found no incriminating phone evidence between the twins.
- That absence of motive and digital evidence made the case's intentionality hard for Erin and Anne-Marie to settle on.