Bitter Reality: The Murder of Jasmine Fiore

Published: June 26, 2023, 7 a.m.

Episode 273: On August 15, 2009, the mutilated body of Jasmine Fiore, a 28-year-old Playboy model and aspiring actress, was found stuffed into a suitcase and discarded in a dumpster in Buena Park, California. The investigation quickly led to her husband, Ryan Jenkins, a Canadian real estate investor and former contestant on the reality TV show \u201cMegan Wants a Millionaire.\u201d\nAs the investigation progressed, a disturbing picture of domestic violence and jealousy emerged. It was revealed that Jenkins had a history of abusive behaviour towards Jasmine, and the couple had a tumultuous relationship. The motive for the murder appeared to be jealousy and control.\nRyan Jenkins fled to Canada, and an international manhunt was launched to apprehend him. However, on August 23, 2009, Jenkins was found dead in a Hope, British Columbia motel room. He had completed suicide by hanging himself.\nThis case generated widespread media coverage and sparked discussions about domestic violence, the dark side of reality TV, and the importance of raising awareness about toxic relationships. The tragic death of Jasmine Fiore served as a grim reminder of the dangers of domestic violence and the need for intervention and support for victims.\nSources:\nPolice: Violent Struggle Before Model\u2019s Murder \u2014 YouTube\nRyan Jenkins | Murderpedia, the encyclopedia of murderers\nGrim Reality: Jasmine Fiore and Ryan Jenkins \u2014 Introduction \u2014 Crime Library\nSwimsuit Model\u2019s Suspected Killer Husband Found Dead - ABC News\nFriends of Murdered Model, Jasmine Fiore, Tell Her Story - ABC News\nFriends mourn former swimsuit model, Bonny Doon native - Santa Cruz Sentinel\nJasmine Lepore Fiore (1981-2009) - Find a Grave Memorial\n\u2018The Playboy Murders\u2019: Model\u2019s breast implants helped ID vic\nPlayboy model Jasmine Fiore\u2019s reality TV millionaire husband Ryan Jenkins remains \u2018on the run\u2019 after her death | Daily Mail Online\nBlood found in car of slain model, say police | CTV News\nRyan Jenkins\u2019 Suicide Note: Love, Anger for Jasmine Fiore (Photos) - CBS News\nThe Playboy Murders: What happened to Jasmine Fiore?\nPrivate memorial held in Calgary for Ryan Jenkins | CTV News\nPolice Discover Ryan Jenkins\u2019 Suicide Note | Blog Archive | Vh1 Blog\nSlain model\u2019s ex-husband has assault record | CBC News\nThunderbird Motel\nRCMP know woman who helped Jenkins - The Globe and Mail\nFather of fugitive says he will talk | CTV News\nRyan Jenkins Death Rack/ Coat Rack (Item ID: 102251, End Time : N/A) - Ghouls Like Us\nWayback Machine \u2014 Collective Intelligence vs. Straightline International\nFriends and family portray two very different Ryan Jenkins after murder, suicide - Red Deer Advocate\nReality TV contestant suspected of murdering his ex-wife found dead | US news | The Guardian\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices