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Patty Hearst: Inside Story of Kidnapped Heiress Who Turned Radical Bank Bandit (FPD CASE VAULT)
Newspaper heiress Patricia Hearst became a bank robber, fugitive and jailbird after her shocking kidnapping by the Symbionese Liberation Army.
California Man Wanted in Connection With Liquor Store Murder Arrested After Traffic Stop: Police
A California man wanted for murder was taken into custody after he was involved in a traffic stop, authorities announced.
The Black Dahlia: Inside The Real-Life Hollywood Horror Story (FPD CASE VAULT)
Inside the real-life Hollywood horror story and the murder of aspiring actress Elizabeth Short, a.k.a. The Black Dahlia, in 1947.
A California Man Did Meth. Then, He Killed His Girlfriend and Dumped Her Dismembered Body in an Orchard.
A man in California did meth and then killed his girlfriend before dumping her dismembered body in an orchard 2 miles away.
Scott Peterson: The Inside Story of How a Cheater Tossed His Pregnant Wife Into the Bay (FPD CASE VAULT)
Heartless husband Scott Peterson murdered his eight-months-pregnant wife and unborn son - then dumped their bodies like trash in frigid San Francisco Bay!
Real-Life Mexican Mafia Mama Brokered Drug Sales and Collected Extortion Taxes in California for Imprisoned Boss
The real-life Mexican Mafia Mama Kelly Deshannon has been found guilty by a federal jury on 3 felony charges, authorities said.
Man Kidnapped 13-Year-Old Girl at Gunpoint in Texas, ‘Repeatedly Sexually Assaulting Her on Road Trip’ to California: Prosecutors
A man allegedly kidnapped a 13-year-old girl at gunpoint in Texas before 'repeatedly sexually assaulting' her on road trip to California, officials said.
Woman Accused of Murder After Leaving Boyfriend to Die in Suitcase During Drunken Game of Hide-and-Seek: Cops
The trial of a California woman who was arrested in connection with the suffocation death of her boyfriend will now begin in the fall, officials said.
California Toddler Fatally Shoots 1-Year-Old Sibling in Head After Finding Unsecured Gun: Sheriff
A 3-year-old in California reportedly gained access to a handgun inside their home and fatally shot their 1-year-old sister in the head, police said.
Investigation Launched After Landscaper on Mower Runs Over Homeless Woman Sleeping in Park: Cops
A homeless woman in California was allegedly sleeping in a park when officials say a lawnmower came through, running her over and killing her.
The Manson 'Family': A Look At Key Players And Victims In The Cult Leader's Killings In The Wake Of Leslie Van Houten's Release
In the wake of Leslie Van Houten's release from prison, take a look at the key players and victims in Charles Manson's killings.
A California Man Gifted His Son With a Knife. Weeks Later, The Son Used the Present as a Weapon to Fatally Stab His Father.
A man in California gave his son a knife as a gift. Weeks later, the son used that same knife to fatally stab his father and now could spend life in prison.
Police Believe California Babysitter Accused of Killing 15-Month-Old Toddler May Have More Victims
A toddler in California died from head injuries. Now, police say a babysitter has been arrested in connection with the child's death.
Authorities Capture 1984 Cold Case Murder Suspect Who Watched His Own Story on ‘America’s Most Wanted’
A California man has been arrested and charged in connection with the 1984 cold case murder of Cynthia Wood, according to officials.
Singer, Fitness Influencer Pal Caught With Over 200 Pounds of Cocaine Stuffed into Hidden Compartments in SUV, Police Say
A pair of Instagram influencers were caught in Alabama trying to traffic over 200 pounds of cocaine stuffed in hidden compartments in SUV, police said.
A California Influencer Claimed a Couple Tried to Kidnap Her Kids at a Michael’s Craft Store. Now, She’s Banned From Using Social Media.
A California mom influencer falsely claimed a couple tried to kidnap her kids in a Michael's craft store. Now, she was sentenced to jail.
California Man Squirts Lighter Fluid on Restaurant Employees, Tries to Light Them on Fire: Police
A man in California has been arrested after he allegedly squirted two restaurant employees with lighter fluid and tried to set them on fire, police said.
A Woman Walked Into a Hospital Complaining About a Medical Issue. Now, Police Say She’s Under Arrest for Murder.
A California woman walked into a hospital for a medical issue, but then called 911 to report suspicious death. She's now arrested for that murder, police said.
Crime Photos: Postal Authorities Thwart Major Fentanyl Trafficking Network With Pills Smuggled in Toys
A federal grand jury has handed down a 17-count indictment on five suspects trying to traffick fentanyl-laced pills smuggled in toys, according to authorities.
Elizabeth Smart’s Untold Story: Happy New Life is Best Revenge on Fanatic Who Made Her His Teen Bride
The untold story of Elizabeth Smart, whose mother told her having a happy new life is the best revenge she could get on her kidnapper.
A California Man Wanted to Give His Wife Some Space. So He Took Their Daughters Camping and Wound Up Shot Dead.
The 'Malibu Sniper' has been sentenced to 119 years in prison for the murder of a father who was camping with his two young daughters in 2018.
Seven Shot After Uninvited Guests Crash California Teenager’s Birthday Party
A teen's birthday party in California ended when gunfire erupted, killing one and injuring six others. Police said they are searching for suspects.
Neighbor’s Drone Helps Direct Cops to a Burglar Trying to Flee in an Uber With $30,000 Cash
An alleged burglar was arrested in California after a neighbor's drone helped police find the robber in an Uber with $30,000 cash, officials said.
California Man Behind Bars 35 Years After He Killed, Raped 26-Year-Old Woman Whose Body He Dumped on Embankment
A man was convicted of first-degree murder and rape almost four decades after a woman was found dead in California.
California Man Arrested For Domestic Violence. Now, Cop That Arrested Him is Accused of Stealing Money From Him During That Arrest.
A cop in California was performing an arrest during a domestic violence call. Now, he has been accused of stealing money from that suspect he arrested.
California Father Used Cord to Strangle His 7-Year-Old Son and Himself to Death in Murder-Suicide: Cops
A man in California strangled himself and his 7-year-old son to death in an apparent murder-suicide in Thousand Oaks, according to authorities.
Teenager in California Opens Fire, Kills Man in Sedan Outside High School Before Graduation Ceremony: Cops
A California suspect is behind bars after he fatally shot a man outside school where a scheduled graduation was to take place, authorities said.
A San Francisco Man Beat His Roommate With a Baseball Bat While She Was on a Zoom Call. She Was Still Alive When He Then Set Her on Fire.
A man was convicted of murder and elder abuse in connection with the death of his 79-year-old roommate, a crime partially captured on Zoom.
Elderly California Man, 73, Accused Of Using Walking Cane To Attack 80-Year-Old Brother-In-Law
A 73-year-old man was on the lam and faced an attempted murder charge after he allegedly attacked his 80-year-old brother-in-law, authorities said.
A Rhode Island Man Fatally Strangled a Woman During a Home Invasion in California. He Was Caught Trying to Sail Away in a Stolen Police Boat.
A Rhode Island man who a caretaker caught in the home of a woman he strangled to death is heading to prison in connection with the case.
Duke, the Wonder Dog Police Pooch, Sniffs Out Pounds of Coke and Sullied Cash Leading to the Arrest of Two California Men: Officials
A K9 dog, Duke, helped sniff out four pounds drugs, money and firearms while serving a search warrant in California, police said.
Minor Traffic Dispute Turns Into Murder Case After California Suspect Runs Man Over: Prosecutors
A minor traffic dispute in California turned into a deadly road-rage incident after one of the two men involved ran the other over, prosecutors said.
A California Man’s Coworker Made Fun of His Past Relationship. So He Grabbed a Pipe and Beat Him to Death.
A man in California faces up to life behind bars after he was found guilty of the second-degree murder of a coworker.
California Mother Arrested After 17-Month-Old Daughter Died From Possible Fentanyl Overdose: Sheriff
Fentanyl may have played a part in the death of a baby girl in California, and the child’s mother is now under arrest, officials said.
Massachusetts Man Agreed to Pay Hit Man $50,000 to Kill Mother of His 3 Kids Because It Was ‘Cheaper Way to Get Rid of Her’
A Massachusetts man has been convicted of murder for hire after he arranged to pay an undercover FBI agent to murder the mother of his young children.
California Substitute Teacher, 22, Accused of Performing Sex Act on High School Student
A female substitute teacher in California accused of performing a sex act on a male student has been arrested and charged, officials said.
California Man Accused of ‘Targeted, Heinous Attack’ on Woman Shot Over 10 Times While Stocking Convenience Store Shelves
A man was arrested for first-degree murder after he was identified as a suspect in the fatal shooting of a woman working at a convenience store in California, authorities announced.
California Man Broke Into His Estranged Wife’s Home, Killed Her As Their 2-Year-Old Daughter Slept By Her Side
A man who fled to Mexico after killing his wife and her boyfriend in their bed almost 30 years ago is now headed to prison.
A California Man Driving Drunk Seriously Injured A Couple. So, 7 Years Later, The Husband Hired A Hit Man To Kill Him.
Two men in California were sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole in connection with the death of a man who vanished in 2018.
A California Man Got ‘Extremely Mad’ After Teens Ding Dong Ditched Him. Then He Killed Them in a High-Speed Car Crash.
A jury has found a California man guilty of three counts each of first-degree murder and attempted murder after a deadly car crash following a prank.
California Preschool Teacher Arrested on Murder Charge During Children’s Naptime, Officials Say
A preschool teacher in California was arrested on a murder charge during her young student’s naptime, police said.
Taking a Bite Out of Crime: Homeless Man in Hollywood Bites Off Cop's Finger During Drug Arrest, Officials Say
A homeless man in Hollywood has been arrested after he fought with police officers during a drug arrest on the subway and bit off an officer's finger, cops say.
Home Depot Loss Prevention Employee Fatally Shot By Shoplifter Who Fled With 2-Year-Old Child In Car: Cops
A Home Depot employee who tried to stop a shoplifter in northern California's Bay Area paid for it with his life.
A California Woman Invited A Man Out On A Late-Night Lobster-Fishing Trip. Then He Drowned After He Was Shot And Dumped In The Ocean.
A southern California woman who led a man on a deadly fishing trip into the Pacific Ocean will spend nearly 22 years in prison for her actions.
Man Accused Of Killing Cash App Founder In San Francisco Appears In Court: Facts 'Will Come Out Over Time,' Defense Says
A Bay Area technology consultant made his first court appearance Friday in the deadly stabbing of Cash App founder Bob Lee.California Tech Owner Arrested For Murder After Cash App Founder Stabbed, Authorities Announce
A tech industry 'entrepreneur' was arrested Thursday morning on charges of murdering Bob Lee, the founder of Cash App.
California Man Left With Bone 'Protruding Through Skin' After Girlfriend Attacked Him With Claw Hammer, Pit Bull: Cops
A woman in California has been arrested after she allegedly attacked her boyfriend with a hammer, frying pan and pit bull, according to authorities.
'John Doe' Dumped Down California Hillside In Tarp After 1998 Murder Finally Identified
More than 24 years after a wrapped male body was found down a northern California hillside, the murder victim has been identified.
California Plastic Surgeon Accused Of Murder In Connection With Patient Who Died 6 Weeks After Undergoing Breast Augmentation
A plastic surgeon in Southern California is accused of murdering a patient who had heart trouble during a lengthy operation.
‘Dog Emerged Unharmed’ After Suspects Place It In Designer Bag, Throw From Window During Police Chase: Cops
A puppy managed to survive getting tossed out of a vehicle during the high-speed pursuit of suspect wanted in connection with an attempted murder, cops said.