Millionaire Murders

In this programme, each episode reveals a new murder in which the killer or victim lived a life of luxury and wealth. Each case is examined in detail as experts unpack how and why the murder happened.

The Earl and the Playboy Model

When Anthony Ashley-Cooper disappeared in 2005, family feared that he had been kidnapped, but evidence confirmed that he had been murdered for his money.

Death of a Dynasty

Alex and Maggie Murdaugh lived a lavish lifestyle, at their sprawling country estate in Moselle. In 2011, that dynasty would begin to crumble.

Money Means Motive

David Tronnes meets Shanti Cooper online and moves to Orlando, purchasing a house in cash. In 2018, David finds Shanti unresponsive. It is clear this is not an accidental death.

Rags to Riches: The Missing Millionaire

Abraham Shakespeare became a local celebrity in Lakeland, Florida, after winning the lottery. However, receiving hundreds of calls a day from people asking for money became too much.

The Reclusive Millionaire

When William Saunderson-Smith was found bludgeoned to death in 2011, police discovered cash stuffed in bags and sixty-seven different mobile phones.

Ninja Murders

The Billings were a wealthy couple - Byrd was an entrepreneur and Melanie was a stay-at-home mum, raising sixteen children. In 2009, intruders entered the home and shot both at close range.

Love, Lust and Loathing

Mike Williams lived with his family near Lake Seminole, Florida. In December 2000, Mike headed out onto the lake to look for ducks and never returned.

A Violent Night

Voncile Smith lived in a rural but wealthy neighbourhood in Pensacola with two of her sons, Richard and John, and assets worth over $1 million dollars. In 2015, their bodies are found.

Supermodel in the Pool

Samira was a fashion model in Paris when she met Adam Frasch. In 2014, Samira's handyman arrives to their home and is horrified to find Samira dead in the family pool.

Self-Made and Murdered

In December 2000, Mike headed out onto the lake and never returned. It was believed he drowned and was eaten by alligators. His wife and her new husband lived lavishly off his hefty insurance payout, Mike’s mother knew something wasn’t quite right.