48 Hours The Bugs Bunny Alibi
Jul 21, 2025
Sean McCarthy, a seasoned homicide detective for the L.A. County Sheriff's Department, dives into a perplexing case involving a man's death that took a cartoonish twist. He discusses the unsettling murder investigation of Patrick Duffy and the bizarre defense from his wife, Linda Guatz, who claims it was an accidental shooting during a cartoon reenactment. As forensic details emerge, McCarthy unpacks the emotional turmoil and complexities of the justice system, revealing how humor can mask deeper tragedies.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Cartoon Game Accident Explanation
- Linda Duffy recounted a quirky cartoon-inspired game with her husband involving fan firing a gun.
- She claimed to have accidentally shot him during this game, believing the gun was empty.
Lack of Motive Clouds Judgment
- The detectives initially believed the shooting was an accident based on Linda's story.
- However, the absence of a clear motive complicated understanding why Patrick Duffy was shot twice.
Fan Firing Doubt on Double-Action Revolver
- Firearms expert Tracy Peck explained fan firing is nearly impossible with a double-action revolver.
- This significantly undermined Linda's claim of accidental shooting during fan firing.