Exclusive: Miracle in Missouri—Shawn Hornbeck's Family's First Interview

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EXCLUSIVE: MIRACLE IN MISSOURI—SHAWN HORNBECK'S FAMILY'S FIRST INTERVIEW

january 18, 2007

Craig and Pam Akers, Shawn Hornbeck's parents

Keeping Hope Alive

Craig and Pam Akers talk about the day their world was shattered—and the phone call that changed everything.

Shawn Speaks Out

For the first time, Shawn opens up about his terrifying ordeal, and what it's like to be home.

An Unexpected Discovery

One tip, two lives saved! Meet the brave men who followed a hunch, and made an unbelievable discovery.

Another Reunion

Their child was kidnapped…and found alive. Don and Doris Ownby open up about being reunited with their son, Ben.

Protecting Our Children

FBI veteran Clint Van Zandt explains the trauma kidnapped children face—and how they can overcome it.

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