The Rx Defense | Post Mortem
"48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green and CBS News correspondent Tracy Smith discuss the case of Connor Hilton, who was 17 in 2023 when he shot two teen boys and claimed his prescription acne medication drove him to kill.
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In 2023, 17‑year‑old Connor Hilton shot and killed two teenage boys. He said his prescription acne medication made him act violently. The case is being examined in a "Post Mortem" segment of the CBS show 48 Hours. Correspondents Anne‑Marie Green and Tracy Smith discuss whether the drug could be a legal defense.
Why it matters
The case raises questions about how prescription drugs can affect behavior and whether they can excuse criminal acts. It also shows how the media examines complex links between medicine and violence.
- What medication did Connor Hilton say caused him to shoot?
- He said his prescription acne medication drove him to kill.
- Who are the CBS correspondents discussing the case?
- Anne‑Marie Green and Tracy Smith from 48 Hours discuss the case.
How outlets are framing the same story
Here's how each outlet is covering the story — compare their headlines and timing at a glance.
All outlets present the story similarly, focusing on the defense claim that the acne medication caused the shooting.
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The Rx Defense | Post Mortem
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