Ep 13. 22 Hours Of Terror

On The Case With Paula Zahn season 13 episode 13, titled "22 Hours of Terror," delves into a chilling case that rocked the city of Washington, D.C. in May 2019. The episode follows the events of the harrowing 22-hour-long kidnapping of a wealthy family and their housekeeper, who were held hostage by a duo of intruders.

In the early hours of May 14, 2019, Savvas and Amy Savopoulos, along with their 10-year-old son, Philip, and their housekeeper, Veralicia Figueroa, were taken hostage in their upscale home in northwest D.C. by 34-year-old Daron Wint and another individual who has yet to be identified. The intruders demanded a $40,000 ransom, which Savvas' assistant dropped off later that same day.

Despite receiving the ransom, the kidnappers did not release the family and instead set the house on fire. Four bodies, including those of Savvas, Amy, and Philip, were found inside the home. Veralicia's body was found in her burned-out car, which was abandoned in Maryland.

In "22 Hours of Terror," Paula Zahn interviews law enforcement officials, friends, and family members of the victims, and delves into the investigation that ultimately led to the capture and arrest of Daron Wint. The episode explores the motives behind the kidnapping and the events leading up to the tragedy.

Viewers will see never-before-seen footage of the crime scene and hear from investigators about the challenges they faced during the investigation. With the help of crime scene reconstruction and interviews with witnesses and experts, the episode pieces together the final moments of the victims' lives and examines the aftermath of the tragedy.

As always, Paula Zahn presents the case with sensitivity and professionalism, providing viewers with an intense and informative exploration of one of the most shocking crimes of modern times. "22 Hours of Terror" is a riveting episode that promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.