Ep 8. Kemia Hassel and Jeremy Cuellar

Killer Couples season 13 episode 8 explores the story of Kemia Hassel and Jeremy Cuellar, a military couple who conspired to murder Kemia's husband, Sgt. Tyrone Hassel III. The episode delves into the couple's tumultuous relationship and how their love affair turned deadly.

Sgt. Hassel was deployed in South Korea, while Kemia was back home in Michigan. During his time in Korea, Kemia reconnected with an old flame, Jeremy Cuellar, who was also in the military. Kemia and Jeremy's relationship quickly became intense, and they began planning Tyrone's murder.

On the night of December 31, 2018, Kemia invited Tyrone to meet her at a local park. When Tyrone arrived, Jeremy opened fire on him, killing him instantly. Kemia and Jeremy tried to cover up their crime by acting as if they were also victims of the shooting, but eventually, their lies fell apart, and they were arrested and charged with murder.

The episode examines the evidence and testimony in the trial against Kemia and Jeremy, including the motive for the murder, which was allegedly Tyrone's life insurance policy. The couple's text messages and social media posts were also presented in court, revealing their true intentions and the extent of their plotting.

Throughout the episode, the show speaks with law enforcement officials, family members and friends of the victim, and legal experts who provide their insights and perspectives on the case.

Overall, Killer Couples season 13 episode 8 offers a chilling glimpse into the story of a couple whose love turned deadly, leaving a family and community shattered by their actions. It explores the motives and personalities of the killers, as well as the impact of their actions on their own lives and the lives of those around them.