20/20 A Model Murder Airs August 30 2024 on ABC

On August 30, 2024, “20/20” presents “A Model Murder” from 9:01 to 11:00 p.m. EDT on ABC. This two-hour special delves into the shocking case of Kelsey Turner, an Instagram model and Playboy alum whose glamorous lifestyle captivated thousands of social media followers.

Turner seemed to have it all, but her life of luxury was funded by an unexpected source: Dr. Thomas Burchard, a 71-year-old child psychiatrist. Burchard, a respected community member, was using his life savings to support Turner. The story takes a dark turn when Burchard is discovered dead in a car abandoned in the desert, leading investigators to focus on Turner and her boyfriend, Jon Logan Kennison.

The program features an exclusive interview with Diana Peña, a firsthand witness who provides a detailed account of the day of the crime, the subsequent cover-up, and the days spent on the run. The episode also includes interviews with Detective Mitchell Dosch and Detective Ryan Jaeger from the Las Vegas Metro Police Department, who played crucial roles in the investigation. Friends of Turner share their perspectives on her lifestyle and personality, while Judy Earp, Burchard’s longtime girlfriend, discusses the relationship dynamics and the murder’s enduring impact.

Tune in to ABC to explore this dramatic case, and catch the episode on Hulu the following day.

Release Date & Time: 9:01 PM Friday 30 August 2024 on ABC

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