Fighting for Aniah | Full Episode

College student Aniah Blanchard had a deep fear of being kidnapped. When she disappears, UFC fighter Walt Harris battles for justice for his stepdaughter. CBS News special correspondent James Brown reports for "48 Hours." Watch more full episodes of "48 Hours" on Pluto TV.

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True crime. Real justice. "48 Hours" investigates the most intriguing crime and justice cases that touch on all areas of the human experience including greed and passion. "48 Hours," which premiered in 1988, has developed a rich history of original reporting and impact journalism that has helped exonerate wrongly convicted people, caused cold cases to be reopened and solved, and along the way changed lives.

[dandunlap]

The judge that gave him bond on his earlier charges should be on trial with him.

[socialbutterfly]

This step dad is so precious. The way he lights up and beams in every picture taken with his kids. He is exactly what you would dream of having for your children.

[jessicakexo]

As someone from her hometown, there is a hole in our community from her tragic passing. Her mom is now an advocate for missing people and uses her strength to help families going through the same nightmare. Aniah will forever be remembered

[twotango]

My brother was murdered a week ago, funeral in 3 days…the shooter is being held without bail under Aniyah’s Law 💔🙏🏽🫶🏽

[JudiCommings]

No one accused of rape child under 18 or kidnapping should ever be out on bond. No exceptions

[sofiathompson]

The poor brother you could feel his pain thru the screen, the mothers eyes, the heavy sigh from the hope this loving family heals as best as possible.

[Lola-Lu]

Should have put this PoS in the ring with her dad.

[itsashuhlee]

If you kidnap someone, you should NOT be out roaming the streets.

[java]

This story broke me. She’s the same age as my daughter and I can’t fathom the heartbreak. She sounds like she was a shining example of how to live and love. The good really do die young. Bless her family.

[nicool]

The love Aniah’s family has for her is so palpable, and to hear that this was Aniah’s greatest fear is heartbreaking. Wishing her spirit and her family healing and peace.

[justme-tmww]

That stepfather is amazing . He gave her a full life of security and happiness to compensate her short cut precious life . Bless him

[angelarios]

Never has a 48 Hours touched me so deeply. Please rest in peace Aniah
🙏🕊️🕊️❣️

[kristin_NZ]

Don't be a Bystander people.The person who saw him forcing her into a vehicle should have called 911 straight away. Shame on him.

[katherinegugino]

IT WAS WONDERFUL TO SEE A COMMUNITY COME TOGETHER FOR SUCH A BEAUTIFUL SOUL WHO WAS BRUTALLY TAKEN MUCH TOO SOON IN LIFE 💔😢

[jamesl]

This guy should have absolutely 100% been in prison. Forever
Meanwhile non violent drug offenders are locked up

[MSBROWNSUGA]

Why was this monster free on bond?! So infuriating!

[dudemorris]

This is the first DA that I truly believe 100% was invested into this family & truly loves them. Him tearing up while telling his story of Walt breaking down over the boot he had gifted Aniah, made me cry. I’m still crying.

Yazeed staring & laughing at Angela & Walt made me furious! He taunted and laughed at them while in court so many times. His family should be so ashamed and embarrassed of the monster they born & raised.

[goldenfarms]

Walt, in case you find yourself here and read these comments, I want you to know that you are one hell or a man. Aniah coming to visit you in your dream is nothing short of a whole-hearted “thank you” for your love, your determination and your commitment to your family. You are the father that kids everywhere dream of having. Don’t ever change

[Therezumee]

Sees a woman forced into a car...does nothing. What a great society. Repulsive apathy is what people have.

[lindorini]

I love how the community gathered around this family ❤