MILLIONAIRE MURDERS

Greed, jealousy, revenge, lust and anger. All motives for murder, but when there’s cash involved the stakes are even higher.

In each episode of this compelling series, a new case is revealed that collides the world’s wealthiest people with the most gruesome of murders.

Filmed in luxurious style; investigators, family, friends and experts, all supported by personal and police archive – will take us on a gripping journey, with twists and turns that reveal how having it all could leave you with nothing.

EPISODE 1
In 2011, British reclusive millionaire William Saunderson-Smith was murdered by Mydlarz, Bugajewski, and Rymar. The trio beat him, hoping to force him to reveal where his money was hidden. They were convicted of murder.

EPISODE 2
Anthony Ashley-Cooper, the 10th Earl of Shaftesbury, vanished in 2004, sparking a high-profile investigation. His remains were found in 2005, revealing he was murdered by his estranged wife, Jamila M'Barek, and her brother over financial disputes. Both were convicted in 2007. 

EPISODE 3
Shanti Cooper was murdered in 2018 in Orlando, Florida, by her husband, David Tronnes, who staged her death as an accidental fall. Motivated by greed, Tronnes sought to benefit from life insurance and their shared home. His lies unraveled, leading to his conviction in 2023. 

EPISODE 4
Abraham Shakespeare won $30M in 2006 but faced leeches exploiting his generosity. Dee Dee Moore befriended him, gained control of his assets, and murdered him in 2009. She buried his body under concrete and was convicted in 2012. A tragic tale of greed and betrayal.

EPISODE 5
In 2009, Byrd and Melanie Billings were murdered in their Florida home during a robbery. The crime was orchestrated by a former employee, involving multiple suspects. Investigators uncovered a complex conspiracy behind the brutal killings.

EPISODE 6
In 2014, Samira Frasch, was found lying dead in her own pool in Florida. Her estranged husband, Nicolas Frasch, was arrested after being discovered as the killer. The case involved allegations of abuse, financial motive, and a brutal killing.

EPISODE 7
In 2015, the Smith family were found murdered in their Pensacola, Florida home. Donald Hartung, a relative, was convicted of the brutal killings, motivated by financial gain and a desire to inherit the family’s estate.

EPISODE 8
In 2017, Makeeva Jenkins was shot in the head by a masked man in her home. Her husband, Euri Jenkins, was later identified as behind the killing, motivated by an insurance payout. He was convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison.

EPISODE 9
In 2023, Alex Murdaugh, a prominent South Carolina lawyer, was charged with murdering his wife and son. The killings were linked to his financial crimes, including embezzlement and fraud. He was convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison.

EPISODE 10
In 2000, Jerry "Mike" Williams was killed in a boating accident in Florida, but suspicions arose about his wife, Denise Williams, after investigations revealed she had plotted his murder for insurance money. She was convicted in 2018 and sentenced to life in prison.

DURATION

10 x one hour

BROADCASTER

True Crime Channel, FilmRise

YEAR OF PRODUCTION

2024

PRODUCED BY

Phoenix Television

COUNTRY OF PRODUCTION

UK, USA

Executive Producers

Miles Jarvis, Jaimi West

Series Director

Bo Channon

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