48 Hours “The Puzzling Death of Susann Sills” May 18 2024 Recap & Preview
In the compelling episode of 48 HOURS titled “The Puzzling Death of Susann Sills,” airing on Saturday, May 18 (10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+, viewers will be drawn into a perplexing case surrounding the death of Susann Sills, the wife and business partner of renowned California fertility doctor Dr. Eric Scott Sills.
On November 13, 2016, Dr. Sills made a chilling 911 call reporting that he had found his wife unresponsive at the bottom of the stairs. Initially deemed an accidental fall due to a migraine, the investigation took a dark turn as evidence pointed to a possible homicide.
Susann Sills’ injuries, including a ligature mark on her neck, raised suspicions. Despite Dr. Sills’ claims that his wife may have fallen and been accidentally choked by her scarf, the subsequent autopsy concluded that Susann died from ligature strangulation, leading to Dr. Sills becoming the prime suspect.
However, defense attorney Jack Earley presents an alternate theory, suggesting that the family dogs may have played a role. He posits that Susann’s fall and subsequent incapacitation from a fractured vertebra could have left her vulnerable to accidental strangulation by the scarf, exacerbated by the dogs tugging on it.
As the investigation unfolds, viewers will be gripped by the twists and turns of the case, including the trial proceedings and the ultimate quest for justice in the mysterious death of Susann Sills.
Tune in to 48 HOURS on Saturday, May 18, for an in-depth exploration of “The Puzzling Death of Susann Sills,” as correspondent Tracy Smith delves into the complexities of the case and the search for truth behind this tragic incident.
