Plot Synopsis

DEADLY WATERS WITH CAPTAIN LEE is a one-hour docuseries that exposes the wicked intentions of those who thought committing crimes on the water would shield them from justice. With the help of BELOW DECK's Capt. Lee Rosbach, the series explores some of the most chilling murders to have ever taken place on the water. From dream vacations gone wrong, to alleged pirates of the Caribbean and everything in between, these true crime stories are unlike any that take place on land. Using his nautical expertise, Capt. Lee will unravel the secrets of remarkable homicide investigations on rivers, lakes and even the open seas, and will expose the murky, maritime clues that sunk the perps and ultimately led to their capture. Interviews with victims' families, boating experts and law enforcement uncover new evidence and disturbing revelations, taking viewers on a dangerous and unforgettable voyage. Episodes include:

"Ghost Ship" (Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 9pm ET/PT): When a Bahamas-bound charter boat is discovered abandoned 140 miles off course, investigators wade through blood evidence and accounts of a possible pirate attack in their search for survivors and answers.

"Killer Wave" (Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 9pm ET/PT): When police get word of a woman being swept off her boat by a rogue wave in Newport Beach, Calif., search teams race to find her before it's too late. Detectives soon suspect that rough seas weren't the real culprit.

"Island Paradise Lost" (Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 9pm ET/PT): When a Florida couple goes missing, the discovery of a grisly bait freezer leads investigators through a precarious gauntlet involving a fishing boat, missing anchor, diamond ring and surprise informant who claims the truth is hidden at sea.

"Killer by the Cape" (Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 9pm ET/PT): Fishermen find the body of a young woman floating in the coastal waters off Cape May, N.J. In the ensuing investigation, detectives discover the chains binding her ankles might be the missing link to solving the mystery of who put her there.

"No Safe Harbor" (Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 9pm ET/PT): In the wake of a violent storm, a Rhode Island harbormaster finds a badly decomposed body aboard a sailboat. Now, detectives must uncover the truth: Was the killer Mother Nature or a more nefarious force?

"Evil on Lake Erie" (Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 9pm ET/PT): After seasickness and choppy waters cause a wife to fall from her husband's fishing vessel, the race is on to save her from the waters of Lake Erie. However, a deeper dive reveals a shocking illness and hidden truth about the couple's relationship.

"River of Fire" (Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 9pm ET/PT): After a mysterious 911 call leads police to a riverboat engulfed in flames, they fear the call may have come from inside the vessel. As the smoke settles, detectives must determine if the blaze was accidental or intentional arson and murder.

"Carnage on Catalina" (Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 9pm ET/PT): Three missing fingers point to the identity of a body found off the coast of Catalina Island, plunging authorities into the mysterious investigation of a wealthy mogul, luxurious yacht and a manhunt for a killer hiding in an unlikely place.