The reality TV star accused of killing his bikini-model wife was found dead Sunday in a motel room in Canada, but police are still investigating whether he had an accomplice in the original murder.
Ryan Jenkins, who had been cast in VH1’s “Megan Wants a Millionaire” and “I Love Money 3,” was wanted for the murder and mutilation of model Jasmine Fiore, who was found more than a week ago stuffed inside a suitcase thrown into a dumpster in Buena Park, near Los Angeles. Fiore’s teeth had been pulled out and her fingers cut off in an apparent attempt to hide her identity. Her body was identified through serial numbers in her breast implants.
According to family members, Jenkins and Fiore had a volatile relationship and Jenkins’ new-found fame had reportedly changed him. Jenkins’ father, Dan, told the L.A. Times his son was corrupted by fame and he died alone, unable to contact family or friends due to the manhunt. Court records show the younger Jenkins had been charged with abusive behavior many times.
The Times reported Tuesday police are seeking evidence from Fiore’s Mercedes as to whether Jenkins may have had an accomplice in her killing. An unknown woman is known to have helped Jenkins check into the Canadian motel where his body was discovered after he apparently hung himself with a belt. However, police said they know who the woman is and how to contact her, and do not consider her a threat.