Love Turns Deadly on Two New Episodes of ABC’s ’20/20′ This February

This February, on Fridays, you can catch the brand new episodes of ABC’s popular true crime newsmagazine, “20/20.” Get ready for some gripping true crime drama as “20/20” airs on ABC every Friday from 9:00-11:00 p.m. EST and streams the next day on Disney+ and Hulu.

In the upcoming episodes, you can expect stories about love gone wrong, murder mysteries, love triangles, secrets, and secret affairs. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s to come:

On Friday, February 13th, tune in to “Footprints in the Snow.” Juju Chang, co-anchor of “Nightline,” will report on the mysterious murder of a 40-year-old mother near a popular ski resort. Ashley Schwalm, a mother of two and the wife of a local firefighter, was tragically found dead inside a burned-out SUV. What initially seemed like an accident turned out to be a shocking murder scheme orchestrated by Ashley’s husband. Thanks to diligent detective work and forensic investigation, the truth behind Ashley’s tragic end was uncovered.

Then, on Friday, February 20th, get ready for “The Au Pair, the Affair and Murder.” This episode dives into a murder trial that made national headlines. In 2023, a heartbreaking 911 call led police to a gruesome scene: a pediatric nurse and mother, Christine Banfield, was brutally murdered in her bedroom, along with another man, Joseph Ryan. The family’s au pair, Juliana Peres Magalhães, initially claimed to have witnessed a violent intruder attacking Christine. However, investigators soon uncovered evidence of a secret affair between Christine’s husband and the au pair, leading to a shocking trial and verdict.

Don’t miss these captivating episodes of “20/20,” the award-winning true crime program anchored by David Muir and Deborah Roberts. With over 45 years of experience, “20/20” brings you unforgettable true crime stories, exclusive interviews, hard-hitting investigative reports, and in-depth coverage of high-profile cases. Watch “20/20” on Fridays from 9-11 p.m. ET on ABC and stream it later on ABC News digital platforms, Disney+, and Hulu.