Ep 10. Live Bait / Drama at the Classic

In season 8 episode 10 of The First 48, titled "Live Bait / Drama at the Classic," detectives in Memphis, Tennessee, work to solve two separate homicides. The first case involves the murder of a man who was lured to a home under false pretenses before being shot multiple times. The detectives must unravel the different stories from the many witnesses to piece together the events that led to the murder. With minimal evidence, they anxiously watch the clock to see if they can make an arrest within the crucial first 48 hours of the investigation.

In the second case, a group of friends gather for a music festival known as the "Classic." However, the celebration is cut short when shots are fired and three people are struck. One of the victims, a young woman, is pronounced dead at the scene. Detectives race to find out who is responsible for the senseless violence and sort through conflicting witness statements to put together a timeline of events. As they gather evidence and interrogate suspects, tensions run high as they strive to solve the case before the perpetrator can escape justice.

In both cases, the detectives must put their investigative skills and experience to the test as they navigate the challenges of unsolved murders. With lives on the line and justice at stake, they work tirelessly to find the truth and bring those responsible to justice. The tension and high stakes of these investigations make for a gripping episode of The First 48.