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EPISODE · Jan 15, 2026 · 39 MIN

Burden of Proof

from 48 Hours · host CBS News

On January 18, 1997, Beverly Watson disappeared and her husband, Jim, became a prime suspect in the case. There was virtually no evidence: no witness, no body, and no proof that Beverley was even dead. But police noticed that Jim was wearing makeup to conceal what appeared to be scratches on his face. “48 Hours" Correspondent Harold Dow reports. This classic "48 Hours" episode last aired on 5/28/2005. Watch all-new episodes of “48 Hours” on Saturdays, and stream on demand on Paramount+.

On January 18, 1997, Beverly Watson disappeared and her husband, Jim, became a prime suspect in the case. There was virtually no evidence: no witness, no body, and no proof that Beverley was even dead. But police noticed that Jim was wearing makeup to conceal what appeared to be scratches on his face. “48 Hours" Correspondent Harold Dow reports. This classic "48 Hours" episode last aired on 5/28/2005. Watch all-new episodes of “48 Hours” on Saturdays, and stream on demand on Paramount+.

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On January 18, 1997, Beverly Watson disappeared and her husband, Jim, became a prime suspect in the case. There was virtually no evidence: no witness, no body, and no proof that Beverley was even dead. But police noticed that Jim was wearing makeup...

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