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What begins as a burglary investigation quickly turns into something far more sinister. When a thief is caught in the act, he sends police in Indiana down a trail of evidence that reveals the murder of Harold Allen, involving thousands of text messages, unusual poisons and a root beer float. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports. This episode aired on April 4, 2026. Watch more full episodes of "48 Hours" on Pluto TV. #48hours #crime #mystery "48 Hours” uncovers the narrative behind true crime cases with unmatched reporting. Award-winning correspondents thoughtfully examine the complexities of each crime and transport you to the heart of the investigation through key evidence and gripping interviews. Our coverage has made a tangible difference in many lives, leading to the exoneration of wrongly convicted people and the reopening of cold cases. Subscribe to the "48 Hours" YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/48hours Watch full episodes of "48 Hours": https://cbsnews.com/48-hours/full-episodes/ Listen to the "48 Hours" podcasts: 48hourspodcasts.com Follow "48 Hours" on Instagram: https://instagram.com/48hoursCBS/ Like "48 Hours" on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/48hours Follow "48 Hours" on Twitter: https://twitter.com/48hours Subscribe to our newsletter: https://cbsnews.com/newsletter/ Download the CBS News app: https://cbsnews.com/mobile/ Try Paramount+ free: https://paramountplus.com/?ftag=PPM-05-10aeh8h For video licensing inquiries, contact: licensing@veritone.com