CBS 48 Hours “The Case of the Poison Cheesecake” Airs June 3 2023
Prepare for a new episode of 48 HOURS as they delve into a twisted tale of attempted murder and identity theft in “The Case of the Poison Cheesecake.” On Saturday, June 3, at 10:00 PM ET/PT, viewers will be captivated by the shocking events that unfolded between beauty stylist Olga Tsvyk and her mysterious client, Viktoria Nasyrova, in Queens, N.Y.
The story begins with a chilling crime that takes an unexpected turn when a client visits Tsvyk’s home and poisons her with a piece of cheesecake. As investigators delve into the details of the crime, they are puzzled by the motive and the peculiar resemblance between Tsvyk and Nasyrova. Join Peter Van Sant and the 48 HOURS team as they uncover the truth behind this baffling case and delve into Nasyrova’s dark past.
“The Case of the Poison Cheesecake” takes audiences on a thrilling journey that starts with an attempted murder and identity theft. However, the plot thickens when the extraordinary sleuthing skills of private investigator Herman Weisberg lead him to Nasyrova, who is also wanted for murder in Russia. Detective Kevin Rodgers describes this case as one of the craziest he has ever encountered.
Tsvyk recounts her harrowing experience of fainting and nearly losing her life after consuming the tainted cake. Months pass without any trace of Nasyrova until Rodgers and Weisberg discover they are both on the hunt for her. A crucial breakthrough comes when Weisberg examines a photo on Facebook, which reveals Nasyrova’s reflection in her sunglasses and provides vital clues about her whereabouts.
As the layers of this chilling story are peeled back, Weisberg describes Nasyrova as ruthless, while Nasyrova herself claims innocence and asserts her identity as a woman. The truth becomes more elusive as the lines between victims and perpetrators blur.
“The Case of the Poison Cheesecake” is a production by Josh Yager, with Stephen A. McCain as the development producer, Richard Barber as the producer-editor, and Morgan Canty as the associate producer. Patti Aronofsky serves as the senior producer, Nancy Kramer as the executive editor, and Judy Tygard as the executive producer.
