The Kidnapping and Murder of Tushar Atre: A Shocking Crime in Santa Cruz

In this episode, we delve into the chilling story of Tushar Atre, a successful tech executive and cannabis entrepreneur in Santa Cruz, California. On September 30, 2019, Atre's life took a tragic turn when he was kidnapped from his home in Pleasure Point by three assailants.

The kidnappers had demanded money and the combination to Atre's safe, but their plan quickly went awry. Despite managing to escape briefly, Atre was soon caught and forced into a white BMW, which sped away into the night.

Hours later, Atre's lifeless body was discovered at his Summit Property, located 14 miles away. The shocking discovery revealed that he had suffered multiple stab wounds and a fatal gunshot wound to the head.

As the investigation unfolded, four suspects - Joshua Camps, Curtis Charters, Caleb Charters, and Stephen Lindsay - were arrested and charged with murder, kidnapping, and robbery. While the motive initially appeared to be a robbery gone wrong, there are indications of underlying tensions and a possible desire for revenge from the suspects.

The case continues to unfold, and if convicted, the suspects could face life in prison. Join us as we explore the details of this shocking crime and the ongoing pursuit of justice for Tushar Atre.

A tech exec and cannabis entrepreneur’s kidnapping is caught on surveillance video. "48 Hours" contributor Tracy Smith reports.

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