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New Limited Series from 48 Hours — Blood is Thicker: The Hargan Family Killings

May 8, 2024
48 Hours correspondent Peter Van Sant discusses the Hargan Family Killings, a story of a suburban family torn apart by a tragic event. Unraveling the web of evidence reveals motives of sibling rivalry and a hidden family fortune, challenging initial assumptions of the case.
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  • The Hargan family murders reveal complex motives of sibling rivalry and hidden family fortunes.
  • The Hargan case uncovers layers of betrayal and financial deception, resembling a suspenseful Hollywood script.

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Intriguing Family Tragedy Unraveled

In an apparent murder-suicide in McLean, Virginia, Pamela Hargan is found gunned down alongside her youngest daughter, Helen Hargan, who was also deceased with a rifle by her side. Despite initial assumptions of a murder-suicide by the police, detectives uncover discrepancies at the crime scene, hinting at a complex situation inside the Hargan household. Key clues include a series of long-distance 911 calls from Helen's boyfriend and suspicious actions by another family member.

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