48 Hours on ID examines the tragic murder of Hollywood family therapist Amie Harwick, who was found with severe injuries and strangulation marks on her neck, having allegedly fallen from her balcony. Airing on Sunday, August 11, 2024, at 10:00 PM, the episode titled “Justice for Amie Harwick” includes an interview with her roommate, who shares his account of the fateful night for the first time.
Amie Harwick, a therapist with advanced degrees, was discovered with indications of a violent struggle inside her home. Investigators found signs of a disturbance, including blood on her bedroom door and a trail of rosary beads that she had been wearing earlier that evening. The rosary necklace became a crucial piece of evidence in the case.
Testimonies from Amie’s friends, including Miss Tosh, provide insight into her fear of Gareth Pursehouse, her former fiancé. Amie had taken precautions for her safety, such as installing a security system and carrying pepper spray, and even allowed a friend to track her phone. After her death, this friend accessed her email and discovered potential evidence against Pursehouse written by Amie.
Prosecutors build their case against Pursehouse, citing a poison-filled syringe found in Amie’s home as further evidence of his murderous intent.
48 Hours: Justice for Amie Harwick airs on Investigation Discovery on Sunday, August 11, 2024, at 10:00 PM.
