ABC 20/20’s If Something Happens To Me: Who Was Josh Powell & What Did He Do?

ABC’s “20/20” episode titled “If Something Happens to Me” delves into the disturbing case of Josh Powell, a key suspect in the 2009 disappearance of his wife, Susan Powell. Josh Powell later committed a murder-suicide, killing himself and their two young sons.

The episode, airing on Friday, July 26, 2024, at 9 p.m. ET, explores the chilling details of Susan’s disappearance and the tragic fate of her sons. Detectives uncovered incriminating evidence, including blood stains and a letter from Susan expressing fear for her life, intensifying the mystery surrounding her vanishing.

Authorities named Josh Powell a person of interest in Susan Powell’s disappearance due to evidence and his suspicious behavior.

Despite this, Josh was never charged but lost custody of their sons, remaining under scrutiny until he committed a murder-suicide in February 2012 during a supervised visit. Susan Powell has never been found and is presumed dead.