Episode
The Disguised Murder of Alyssa Burkett
- Podcast
- Murder Files Unsealed
- Published
- Sep 20, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 2097
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Summary
The episode details the arrest of Andrew Charles Beard, a Texas man accused of murdering his former partner, Alyssa Burkett, during a violent confrontation outside her workplace. Authorities allege that Beard utilized blackface makeup and a synthetic beard to disguise his identity while shooting and stabbing the victim following a tense custody dispute. Investigators linked the suspect to the crime through electronic tracking devices found on the victim's car and a disguise discovered in an abandoned vehicle near his home. Witnesses originally described a different suspect, but physical evidence such as makeup foundation and burned wipes led police to charge Beard with the killing. This tragic event occurred just days after a court granted the victim legal custody of their young daughter. Beard is currently held on a million-dollar bond while their child remains in state protective services. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed--6017387/support . Content Warning: This podcast contains discussions of homicide, violence, abuse, and other graphic themes related to real-life criminal events. It is intended for mature audiences and listener discretion is advised. This episode includes AI-generated content.