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Florida Mother Charged with Murder of 4-Year-Old Son 11 Years After His Death: Police
A Florida mother was charged with the murder of her 4-year-old son, 11 years after he was found dead in her apartment during an unsupervised visit, officials said.
Ex-Cop Accused of Murdering Pregnant Massachusetts Woman to Hide Sexual Exploitation of Her When She Was Young
A former Massachusetts police officer has been charged with killing a woman in 2021 to conceal his alleged sexual exploitation of her as a minor, police said.
Ohio Woman Kidnapped and Assaulted at Gunpoint After Going to Tattoo Artist's Home for Ink: Police
An Ohio tattoo artist has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman at gunpoint during a tattoo session in his home, police said.
Smoking Gun: 34-Year-Old Marijuana Joint Links Suspect to 1989 Hit-and-Run Death, Police Say
DNA from a 34-year-old marijuana joint helped North Carolina authorities identify and charge a suspect in a 1989 fatal hit-and-run case.
An 11-Year-Old Girl in Illinois Vanished in 1996. The Man Believed to Have Answers About Her Fate Is Dead.
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Arizona Mom Blames 3-Month-Old Daughter's Death on ‘Back-Cracking Adjustment’: Affidavit
An Arizona mother was arrested for allegedly killing her 3-month-old daughter after performing an untrained 'back-cracking adjustment,' cops said.
Golden Grudge: Florida Doctor Accused of Dousing Former Office with 'Gallons of Urine’
A Florida doctor was arrested for allegedly soaking his former medical practice’s doors in urine-smelling liquid amid a business dispute, authorities said.
Maryland Couple Murdered in Bed During ‘Heinous, Targeted’ Hail of 42 Bullets — 4 Children Hid for Hours Before Calling 911
A Maryland couple was found shot to death in bed, with 42 shell casings around them. Their children hid for hours before calling 911.
Las Vegas Politician Caught on Camera Disguised and ‘Lying in Wait’ Before Journalist’s Murder Learns His Fate
Former politician Robert Telles has been found guilty of murder in the death of investigative journalist Jeff German.
California Man Accused of Decapitating Parents Sings Tina Turner, Stevie Wonder Songs After Getting Shot by Deputy
A California man accused of decapitating his parents and killing their dog sang Tina Turner after being shot by deputies, law enforcement officials say.
Children’s Book Author Texted Handyman Lover Leading Up to Husband's Poisoned Moscow Mule Murder: Prosecutors
Grief book author Kouri Richins' secret texts to alleged lover revealed in court as she faces trial for her husband's fentanyl-laced murder.
News Chopper Finds 'Missing' Brooklyn Boy Playing Hooky in Surprise Location After He Vanishes on Way to School
A ‘missing’ Brooklyn boy was found on his roof by a news helicopter and police said he was skipping school, not in danger.
California Woman Arrested for Allegedly Posing as Russian Cop in Bizarre Kidnapping Attempt, Police Say
A California woman posing as a Russian police officer was arrested after attempting to kidnap an 8-year-old girl, police say.
Georgia Man Arrested at Motel After Allegedly Killing Wife, Burning Her Remains in Backyard Grave, Police Say
A Georgia man was arrested in Louisiana after allegedly killing his wife, burning her remains and attempting to flee, officials said.
New York Boy, 9, Killed After Mom, Whose License Was Suspended 56 Times, Drives Wrong Way Down Highway: Police
A New York mom, whose license has been suspended 56 times, is accused of driving the wrong way on highway, leading to a crash that killed her 9-year-old son.
New York Man Found Running Around Naked Arrested After Girlfriend’s Strangulation Death, Police Say
A New York man was arrested while running naked near a historic site after allegedly killing his girlfriend, police said.
Four Jail Contractors Charged in Alleged Cell Phone and Chicken Pot Pie Sex Scandal at Atlanta Jail: Sheriff
Four jail security contractors at a jail in Georgia face charges for smuggling contraband for inmates, according to authorities.
Ohio Woman Accused of Torturing, Killing and Eating Cat in Front of Witnesses
An Ohio woman was arrested for allegedly killing and eating a cat in front of witnesses, police said.
'Our Hearts Are Broken': Search for Missing 6-Year-Old Michigan Boy Ends in Tragedy After He and Dad Found Dead
A Michigan father and his missing 6-year-old son were found dead in a suspected murder-suicide, authorities said.
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Mugshots of the Week: Illinois Man Pleads Guilty to Killing Girlfriend; Suspect Accused of Indecent Exposure in New Mexico; and More
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North Carolina Women Accused of Child Abuse Claim 'Evil Ghosts' Caused Burns, Bite Marks, and Broken Bones on Toddlers: Sheriff
Two North Carolina women were accused of felony child abuse after allegedly blaming toddlers' severe injuries on ‘evil ghosts’ and paranormal activity, authorities said.
Ohio Trio Accused of Using Pitbull to Attack Handcuffed 6-Year-Old Boy in Alleged Punishment Scheme: Police
Three arrested in Ohio after allegedly handcuffing a 6-year-old boy and ordering a pitbull to attack him as a form of ‘corporal punishment,’ officials said.
An Alabama Police Officer Wanted More Drug Arrests. So He Planted Drugs on Innocent Drivers, Prosecutors Say.
A former Alabama police officer has admitted to a scheme of planting drugs on innocent motorists to manufacture arrests, authorities said.
Pennsylvania Teen Allegedly Attacked Neighbor, Bit Off Ear, Believing Man Had Affair with His Mother: Police
A Pennsylvania man was arrested after brutally attacking his neighbor, believing the man had slept with his mother, police said.
Seattle Man Arrested After Girlfriend Found Dead with Slashed Throat and Golf Ball Inside Her Mouth: Police
A Seattle man was arrested after his girlfriend was found dead with her throat cut and a golf ball in her mouth in his flooded townhouse, police said.
A 13-Year-Old Girl Went to Get a Soda and Never Returned — the Investigation Included Child Sex Rings and Hog Farms (FPD CASE VAULT)
Sherry Marler went missing in 1984 Alabama as she went to get a soda. The investigation included a child-sex ring and a hog farm in South Carolina.
ASU Professor Claims He ‘Aimed for the Wall’ After Allegedly Shooting Wife in Front of Their Children: Police
An ASU professor is charged with murder after allegedly shooting his wife, claiming he aimed at the wall, police said.
TikTok Mom Gunned Down on Video While Filming with Friend in Kitchen: ‘She Didn’t Deserve What Happened’
A young Indiana mother of three was allegedly shot and killed by her ex-boyfriend while filming a TikTok video with a friend, according to police.
Odor Outrage: Iowa Man Shot His Father Over ‘Stinky Feet’ Feud, Cops Say
An Iowa man allegedly shot his father in the face after an argument about his ‘stinky feet,’ cops said.
Suspect Accused of Fatally Running Over Man with Semi-Truck After He's Kicked Out of Florida Strip Club for ‘Inappropriate Behavior': Cops
A N.C. man is accused of fatally running over pedestrians with his semi-truck after being kicked out of a Florida strip club for inappropriate behavior.
An Idaho Man Killed His Mom for Evicting Him Because of His 'Poor Behavior.' Now He's Living Behind Bars.
A man killed his mother shortly after she and her husband evicted him from their Idaho home. He was sentenced to life behind bars.
Texas Man Arrested After Father's ‘Badly Decomposed’ Body Found in Chained Refrigerator: Sheriff
A Texas man allegedly posed as his father on a Ring camera while his father's decomposed body was hidden in a chained refrigerator, authorities say.
Royal Relics: Archaeologists Unearth Chariot, 150 Precious Artifacts in 2,700-Year-Old Italian Prince's Tomb
Recent excavation efforts at the Corinaldo Necropolis in Italy has led to the discovery of a 'princely' tomb and 150 artifacts.
Ohio Mother Stabbed to Death After Telling Son He Couldn't Spend the Night at Her Home: Police
An Ohio man allegedly fatally stabbed his mother and critically injured his father after she told him he couldn't stay at their house, police said.
New York Woman Accused of Stashing Boyfriend’s Body in Recycling Bin for Months While Collecting His Social Security Benefits
A New York woman allegedly hid her boyfriend’s body in a basement recycling bin for months while stealing his Social Security benefits, authorities said.
Tainted Treats: Deadly Doses of Meth Found in 'Funny-Tasting' Candies Donated to Charity
A New Zealand charity warns after donated candies were found to contain lethal levels of methamphetamine.
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Top news of the week featuring a McDonald's worker who set a dumpster fire to slow down the drive-thru; baby's body found in sealed bucket, cops say; and more.
Mugshots of the Week: Attorney Accused of Smuggling Drugs Into Jail; Mom Allowed Boyfriend to Drown Son in Toilet; and More
Mugshots of the week featuring an attorney accused of smuggling drugs into jail; Arkansas mom pleads guilty to watching her boyfriend kill her son; and more.
Texas Man Accused of Planting Explosive Booby-Traps on Public Restroom Toilets
A Texas man is accused of setting explosives on public toilets, injuring two women and a young girl, at car wash restrooms in San Antonio.
Michigan Couple Arrested for Murder of Her 6-Year-Old Son Who Was Stapled to Wall, Kept Restrained in Pen: Prosecutor
A Michigan mother and her boyfriend are accused of confining a 6-year-old boy to a pen, stapling him to a wall, and fatally abusing him, according to prosecutors.
Pre-Teen Texas Cheerleader Dies After Parents Attempt to Use Smoothies to Treat Her ‘Life-Threatening’ Injuries, Sheriff Says
A Texas 12-year-old cheerleader died days after her parents attempted to treat her 'life-threatening' injuries with vitamins and smoothies, authorities say.
Mother Accused of Kidnapping 4-Year-Old Daughter and Hiding Her at Missouri 'Cult' Compound: Feds
A mother faces federal charges for allegedly abducting her daughter from her ex-husband and taking her to live at a religious compound, authorities said.
Idaho College Murders: Prosecutors Deliver Major Blow to Bryan Kohberger Defense Ahead of Quadruple Homicide Trial
Prosecutors oppose moving Bryan Kohberger's quadruple murder trial from Latah County, arguing media exposure won't hinder a fair local jury selection.
Indiana Couple Face Charges in Connection with Daughter's Death from Untreated Diabetes
Authorities say Indiana parents were arrested after allegedly refusing to help their 12-year-old daughter treat her diabetes, leading to her death at home.