The mysterious death of Dr. Eric Garcia, a well-respected surgeon in Ketchikan, Alaska, is at the centre of the new episode of “20/20.”
The doctor, known for his dedication to his patients and his community, was found dead in his home, leaving those close to him shocked and searching for answers.
The episode, airing on ABC on Friday, September 20, at 9:00–11:00 p.m. EDT, with reporting from correspondent Chris Connelly, looks into the secrets and unanswered questions surrounding Dr. Garcia’s life and demise.
Evidence uncovered during the investigation reveals a hidden romance and the theft of a substantial amount of property from the doctor’s home, totalling almost half a million dollars. Among the items stolen were gold and silver coins and expensive watches, shipped to the suspect’s home in Washington state. As the authorities dig deeper, they uncover a suspect with a criminal history and a clear motive for the crime.
The programme explores the secret life Dr. Garcia was leading with 32-year-old Jordan Joplin, who was later convicted of poisoning the doctor with a lethal dose of morphine. Interviews with those close to the case, including law enforcement officials, friends, and former associates of Joplin, reveal more about the motive behind the murder and the events leading up to the tragic death of the beloved small-town doctor.
20/20: Cold Blooded airs Friday, September 20, 2024, at 9:00–11:00 p.m. EDT on ABC and streams the next day on Hulu.
