But the townsfolk of Fall River never stopped believing that she was guilty and ostracized her for the rest of her life. Police could find no evidence of who committed the crime, but arrested their daughter Lizzy and charged her with murder.īecause the evidence against her was purely circumstantial, she was acquitted after the jury deliberated for less than an hour. On August 4, 1892, Andrew Jackson Borden and his second wife, Abby, were bludgeoned to death with an ax, New England Today reports.
That might not be how the original rhyme goes, but it is more accurate since Lizzie was acquitted of her parents' murder in 1893. Lizzie Borden allegedly took an ax and gave her mother 40 whacks, when she saw what she had done she allegedly gave her father 41.
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Looking for the latest cancelled shows 2021/22? Find out the newest TV show renewals 2021/2022.The Borden home in Fall River, Massachusetts.ĭonna Hageman/Chicago Tribune/Tribune News Service via Getty Images One of the original true crime documentary series, "American Justice" originally aired for 13 years on A&E. Each story reveals how our justice system works, and, sometimes, how it doesn't.
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The series dives into significant crimes that were adjudicated within the last few years, from trials that made national headlines to gripping lesser-known cases, ensuring that the issues being explored are relevant. Narrated by actor Dennis Haysbert ("24," "The Unit,") the newly reimagined and iconic "American Justice" looks at recent criminal cases in the United States through the prism of the criminal justice system, and from the first-hand perspectives of the prosecutors, defense attorneys, investigators, victims and perpetrators involved. New episodes drop every Tuesday (Apple, Stitcher, Spotify). Featuring interviews with family members, friends, detectives, and others close to the cases, the refreshed classic series examines all facets of the crime and shines a light on a range of voices and victims.ĭiving even deeper, "Cold Case Files: The Podcast," hosted by Brooke Gittings ("Convicted" and "Actual Innocence"), has returned for an all-new season to take listeners through the investigative process of some of the most difficult-to-solve murders featured on past seasons of "Cold Case Files." Visit to listen and subscribe. Narrated by the original host and producer of "Cold Case Files," celebrated veteran journalist and newsman Bill Kurtis, each one-hour episode of the Emmy-nominated series examines the twists and turns of one murder case that remained unsolved for years, and the critical element that heated it up, leading to the evidence that finally solved it. With recent advancements in technology and the methods used to solve these cases, as well as the unwavering dedication of victims' families, law enforcement and the public, "Cold Case Files" explores the cases the defied the odds. It's a shame there are no new seasons and that it ended in 2017. What a fantastic show and Bill Kurtis, although not featured as much in the 2017 season except for voiceover is great. There are over 100,000 cold cases in America, and only about 1% are ever solved. I used to watch the original cold case files from the first episode in 1999. "Both 'Cold Case Files' and 'American Justice' were beloved when they first premiered, and with more stories to tell, these new iterations continue their legacy of riveting and powerful storytelling at its finest." "A&E has long been a leader in true crime programming and we are thrilled to bring back two of our original series that defined and shaped the genre," said Elaine Frontain Bryant, EVP and Head of Programming for A&E. Both produced by Category 6 Media(TM) group, "Cold Case Files" premieres Friday, August 20 at 9pm ET/PT followed by "American Justice" at 10pm ET/PT. A&E Network's iconic and acclaimed original true crime classic series "Cold Case Files(R)" and "American Justice(R)" return this summer exploring shocking stories of cold cases and gripping court room trials.