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Beauty And Betrayal: California Dermatologist Accused Of Poisoning Husband's Tea With Drain Cleaner
A dermatologist in California has been indicted for allegedly poisoning her husband's tea with liquid drain cleaner, according to authorities.
Man Steals California Police Cruiser, Jumps To His Death Mid-Chase While Driving 45 MPH, Police Say
California police were investigating a car crash when a man stole a police cruiser and then jumped from it mid-chase, killing himself, police said.
How Merlot Can You Go? California Man Allegedly Stole $12,000 Worth Of Wine From Winery To Guarantee His Paycheck: Cops
A former delivery driver in California allegedly stole a shipping van and $12,000 worth of wine in an attempt to guarantee he got his final paycheck, cops say.
California Man Asks 9-Year-Old Girl To Record Video, Sexually Assaults Her In Public Library: Cops
A man in California is accused of sexually assaulting a 9-year-old girl at the public library while she was there with her mother, police say.
California Man Accused Of Attacking Woman With Flashlight, Kidnapping Her And Tying Her Up With Duct Tape
A man in California has been arrested after he allegedly attacked a woman, kidnapped her, threatened to kill her and tied her up using duct tape, police said.
San Diego ‘Teacher Of The Year’ Arrested Twice In 2 Days For Alleged Sexual Abuse Of 13-Year-Old Student: Cops
A 'Teacher of the Year' recipient in California has been arrested twice for an 'inappropriate relationship' with a 13-year-old former student, authorities said.
Mother Charged With Attempted Murder After 1-Hour-Old Baby Found Stuffed In Trash At California Gas Station: Cops
A 1-hour-old baby was found in the trash can at a California gas stations. Now, the mother has been arrested and charged attempted murder, police said.
A Brawl Broke Out In A California Classroom. Now, A Student Is Dead, Another Injured And A Third Charged With Murder: Police
A fight between three high school students ended with stabbings. Police say a suspect was arrested after one of the students was injured and another killed.
Prison Justice? Convicted Serial Killer Accused Of Slaying Cellmate Serving Time For Child Sex Assault
A man serving time for child sexual assault was allegedly killed by his serial killer cellmate in California, authorities said.
Man Attacks Restaurant Employee With Sledgehammer Then Leads Cops To Homicide Victim In His Home: Police
A California man detained for attacking a restaurant worker with a sledgehammer ended up leading police to a dead body at his home, authorities said.
California Man Suspected Of Selling Woman Fentanyl-Laced Counterfeit Pill Charged With Murder, Officials Say
A suspect is behind bars in connection with the death of a woman who authorities said ingested a counterfeit pill she believed was authentic.
California High School Teacher Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Girl Arrested
A California high school teacher who has been accused of sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl has been arrested. He is charged with one count of sexual assault.
Second Deputy In Two Weeks Murdered While On Duty In California County. ‘We will get through it,’ Sheriff Says.
A sheriff’s deputy in California who was about to become a father was fatally shot while responding to a call, officials said.
California Woman Suspected Of Attempting To Pay Hit Woman $30,000 To Kill Estranged Wife, Police Say
A contentious divorce battle in California led to the recent arrest of a woman who police believe attempted to hire a hit man to kill her estranged wife.
Search Continues For California Girl Reported Missing In 2016, Days Before Mother Found Dead In Shallow Grave
Authorities in California are offering a reward of $250,000 for leads connected with the case of Arianna Fitts, who was last seen in early 2016.
Victim Found Dead In California House Fire, Manslaughter Suspect Arrested
A man in California was charged with manslaughter after a house fire left one dead, police said. Authorities have released few details in the case.
Teen In 'Sextortion' Scheme Kills Self, Suspect In Middle Now In Cuffs, Police Said
A 17-year-old male killed himself while caught up in a "sextortion" scheme, police in California said. Now, a man faces criminal charges in connection to the case.
Two People Arrested In Connection To Gang Shooting That Left Bystander Dead
Two people have been arrested in connection to a gang shooting that left a bystander dead. Police say the shooters were targeting some teeangers.
California Man Accused Of Murdering 36-Week Pregnant Sister, Lighting Her Body On Fire
A California man allegedly murdered his pregnant sister and then set her body on fire, authorities said. She was 36-weeks pregnant at the time.
78-Year-Old Woman Found Dead In California Home. More Than A Year Later, Cops Say They Arrested Teen In The Case.
A teen in California was arrested and charged with homicide more than a year after a 78-year-old woman was found dead, police said. No motive has been released.
He Gunned Down His Wife In A Store With Their Son Nearby. Now, He's Headed To Prison.
A California man who gunned down his estranged wife inside a store while his son was just outside the door has been sentenced to 102 years in prison.
Dad Accused Of Killing Infant Daughter, Family Says He Threw Her Off Bridge
A dad in California is accused of killing his infant child, police said. Family members told local media the child was tossed from a bridge.
Customer Intentionally Drove Into Front Doors Of 7-Eleven On Thanksgiving Morning, Police Say
A customer drove into the front doors of a 7-Eleven in California during a dispute, police said. The driver was arrested and charged with attempted murder.
Man Fled To Mexico After Allegedly Stabbing His Wife in 1999, Police Say He Was Recently Caught
A man was arrested in connection to the killing of his wife. The murder happened in 1999, but the suspect fled to Mexico, police said. He was recently caught.
Two Women Were Found With Fatal Wounds And A Suspect Was Arrested. But, Cops Are Mum On What Led To The Killings.
Police said they arrested a suspect in the murder of two women found shot in a car. Authorities have not released a motive in connection to the case.
Man Who Fled To Mexico After Drug Deal Turned To Murder, Arrested Trying To Get Back Into U.S., Police Say
A man fled to Mexico after a drug deal turned into a fatal shooting in California, police said. Now, he's behind bars after being arrested trying to get back into the U.S.
Shooting Between Two Vehicles Leaves Victim Dead, Suspect Now Faces Homicide Charges
A shooting between vehicles in California left one person dead and another person facing murder charges, police said. The victim was found in a crashed car.
A 9-Month-Old Infant Was Shot And Killed As His Mom Pushed Him In A Stroller, Police Say
A 9-month-old boy was shot and killed as his mom pushed him in a stroller, police in California said. Now, two teens face murder charges in the case.
He Lured A 13-Year-Old On Social Media To Meet Him. Then He Viciously Raped And Killed Her.
A California man who viciously raped and killed a 13-year-old girl who he lured through social media has been sentenced to life in prison with no parole.
Elderly Victim Startled When Confronted By Burglar Who Had Taken Her Vacuum: Report
A man in California was charged with burglary after police say he broke into an elderly woman's home and stole a vacuum. The victim found the suspect in her home.
Five 'Hells Angels' Members Arrested In Connection To Homicide, Assault Cases At Chris Stapleton Concert
Five "Hells Angels" gang members have been charged in connection to separate homicide and assault cases, both that happened at a Chris Stapleton concert.
Washington Cops Identify, Arrest Suspect In L.A. In Connection With Businessman’s 1982 Cold Case Murder
Authorities in Washington said they recently identified a suspect in a 40-year-old cold-case murder and took him into custody in California.
He Murdered A Woman He Met Online And Slaughtered Her Dog. Now, He'll Spend Several Decades In Prison.
A California man who murdered a woman and her dog will spend decades in prison. The two people met online on dating website Plenty of Fish, according to reports.
Argument Leads To Fight, Which Cause Deadly Shooting, Police Said. Two Suspects Arrested.
An argument became a fight in California, which is when one suspect pulled out a gun. Another suspect also fired. Now, both men face charges, police said.
Her Claims Of Accidentally Killing Her Infant Daughter Didn't Convince A Jury. Now, She's Headed To Prison.
A California woman who beat her child to death was sentenced to 15 years to life in prison. She claimed that the baby's injuries happened as an accident.
California Man Accused Of Killing His Roomate, 2 Pet Cats During Halloween Attack
A California suspect accused of killing his roommate and the man’s two pet cats has pleaded not guilty to all charges against him.
A Man Is Accused Of Pretending To Be A Cop To Sell Items. It's Not The First Time He's Faced Being Called A Fake Cop.
A convicted felon in California was arrested after he allegedly posed as a police detective to swindle a handyman out of thousands of dollars, authorities said.
Killer Hopped Out Of A Car And Murdered A Victim As He Walked To Breakfast. It Took A Jury 15 Minutes To Decide His Fate.
A man in California faces decades behind bars after he was convicted of murder. The suspect shot and killed a person walking with his girlfriend to breakfast.
Police: 14-Year-Old Girl, Newborn Baby Kidnapped During 'Violent And Disturbing' Home Invasion In California
Two Suspects are in custody after they allegedly broke into a home and kidnapped multiple victims, including two young children, police said.
'Senseless Act Of Violence' Happened After An Argument, Police say. One Now Accused Of Murder.
An argument led to a "senseless act of violence" and a deadly stabbing, police in California said. Now, a suspect has been arrested on a murder charge.
Suspect's City-Wide Crime Spree Included Shoving An Elderly Victim, Punching A Pregnant Woman, Cops Say
A man went on a city-wide crime spree that included shoving an elderly victim, assaulting a hospital guard and punching a pregnant woman, police in California said.
A Botched Robbery Left An Immigrant Dead. In His Wallet Remained $110, As the Murderer Fled The Area.
An immigrant was walking home from a store in Anaheim, California, when he was killed during a botched robbery. Now, the murderer heads to prison.
Jury Reaches Verdict On Father And Son Charged In Kristin Smart Murder Case
Kristin Smart went missing in 1996 and her case went cold. Police later arrested a father and son in the murder investigation. A jury reached a verdict in the case.
Alabama Murder Suspects Arrested After Alleged Attempted Robbery In California: Officials
A pair of suspects accused of fatally shooting a man in Alabama were taken into custody after allegedly committing a crime on the West Coast, authorities said.
California Suspects Accused Of Operating Underground Casino Operation Cops Call ‘Den Of Criminal Activity’
A bust at two homes in California led to authorities to breaking up an underground casino operation that served as hubs for illegal activities, cops said.
Nearly A Year After Teen Gunned Down During Pot Deal, A Suspect Has Been Arrested
Months after a teen was shot and killed during a drug deal, police in Fresno, California, said they arrested a murder suspect. The suspect was arrested in Nevada.
California Woman Who Killed Innocent Army Veteran During Shootout Arrested
A California woman has been arrested after fatally shooting an innocent bystander, an Army veteran, during a shootout with two other people.
Tipster Leads Police To Man Suspected Of Slaying Ex-Girlfriend’s Elderly Father In California
California law enforcement acting on a tip arrested a suspect in connection with the recent murder of an elderly man. The suspect used to date the victim's ex.
Suspect Arrested On Suspicion Of Murdering Pregnant California Woman Missing Since 2020, Authorities Say
A suspect was identified and arrested in connection with the killing of a pregnant woman who went missing in December 2020, authorities announced.
Shooting At California Motorcycle Club Leaves 1 Dead, 2 Others Hurt, Police Say
A shooting at a California motorcycle club left one person dead and others hurt, police said. Days later, a suspect was arrested, but no motive has been released.