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ARD Premieres True-Crime Series on 1997 Inca Trail Murder

The four-part dramatization, now streaming on ARD Mediathek, explores the high-profile case and the dogged pursuit of justice by Munich investigators.

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Overview

  • The series, 'Mord auf dem Inka-Pfad,' premiered on April 30 and May 1, 2025, on ARD and is available for streaming on ARD Mediathek.
  • It recounts the 1997 murder of German researcher Ursula on the Inca Trail and the subsequent conviction of her husband, Jona Kepler, for her death.
  • The investigation, led by Munich detective Rita Berg, was described as one of the most elaborate in German criminal history, involving complex international elements and insurance fraud motives.
  • To ensure authenticity, the production team consulted court documents, the victim’s family, and a former detective, recreating 1990s settings with meticulous detail.
  • The series has been praised for its compelling storytelling, strong performances by Nina Gummich and Thomas Prenn, and its blend of drama and documentary elements.