48 Hours “The Plot to Eliminate Alyssa Burkett” November 16 2024 Recap & Preview
CBS’s 48 HOURS is set to air a compelling new episode titled “The Plot to Eliminate Alyssa Burkett” on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at 10:00 PM ET/PT. This hour-long special delves into a tragic and complex case that has shocked the small town of Carrollton, Texas.
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The episode recounts the harrowing events of October 2, 2020, when Alyssa Burkett received a frantic call urging her to rush to her daughter’s workplace. Upon arriving, she faced an unimaginable nightmare that would change her life forever. The story unfolds as 48 HOURS correspondent Peter Van Sant takes viewers inside the intense investigation, revealing a tale of jealousy, obsession, and murder.
Alyssa Burkett was embroiled in a bitter custody dispute with Andrew Beard, the father of her one-year-old daughter. On the day of the tragic event, Burkett’s mother, Teresa Collard, is heard on police body cam footage expressing her fears about Beard, saying, “I think he’s the kind of person that’s gonna try to kill me,” a statement that eerily foreshadows the violence that ensued.
Detective Jeremy Chevallier of the Carrollton Police shares insights into the swift direction the case took. “Within an hour of getting to the crime scene, we knew that we had needed to look for Andrew Beard,” he explains. However, as the investigation progressed, it became clear that Beard was only part of a much larger and more twisted plot.
The episode uncovers how detectives uncovered a disturbing conspiracy involving Beard’s new fiancée, Holly Elkins. Police concluded that Elkins was the mastermind behind the murder, adding layers of deceit and manipulation to an already tragic situation. The investigation highlights the complexities of personal relationships and the dark paths that obsession can lead to.
“The Plot to Eliminate Alyssa Burkett” promises to offer a thorough and emotional look into this devastating case. Viewers will gain a deeper understanding of the motives behind the crime and the relentless efforts of law enforcement to bring justice to Alyssa and her family.
Don’t miss this powerful episode of 48 HOURS on November 16, airing at 10:00 PM ET/PT on CBS. For those who prefer to watch later, the episode will be available for streaming the next day on Paramount+.
