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Gang member known as 'guilty' was found just that for three murders. A jury said he should be sentenced to death.
A gang member known as "guilty" killed three people in various shootings in California. A jury found him guilty of murder and recommended a death sentence.
Former UFC champ Cain Velasquez accused of attempting to shoot man charged with molesting relative: Reports
Former UFC fighter Cain Velasquez was arrested in California on suspicion of attempted murder for allegedly shooting a man accused of molesting a relative.
California woman accused of choking aunt to death over housework, burying body under pile of clothes
A woman in California is accused of choking her aunt to death after the two got into a dispute over chores, police said.
A hairstylist hired a man to paint the deck at her home. He raped and murdered her instead.
A man who raped and murdered a hair stylist in California was sent to prison for her murder. The victim was reported missing for months until her remains were found.
14-year-old dies of an fentanyl overdose, an 18-year-old now accused of manslaughter
An 18-year-old has been charged with manslaughter after a 14-year-old girl overdosed on fentanyl and died, according to prosecutors in California.
He wrote a book about retiring from the gangster life. Then, he killed two people within a minute of each other.
A California man was sentenced to prison for a crime spree that included a double murder. The two victims were shot within a minute of each other.
She was stabbed to death more than 140 times during a home invasion. A homeless woman admitted to her role in the crime.
A homeless woman will head to prison for her role in the home invasion and murder of a woman in California. The victim was stabbed more than 140 times.
U.S. marine and second man accused of murder after fight outside bar led to shooting
Three men, including a U.S. marine, got into a fight outside a bar in California. Now, police say a victim died and two men were charged with murder.
‘You can’t unsee this’: Homeless man accused of sexually assaulting, murdering autistic woman in California
A homeless man is accused of sexually assaulting and murdering a woman who family describes as having autism, authorities said. He is being held in jail without bail.
Youth equestrian coach accused of child molestation in Los Angeles
A youth equestrian coach was arrested on two counts of child molestation in California, police said. He allegedly molested a 13-year-old girl and raped an adult.
Silicon Valley man accused of murdering, burying missing California woman's body in backyard
A California man was charged with killing a neighbor and burying her body in his Milpitas backyard, police said. Authorities have not released information on a motive.
Married couple allegedly robbed man who met wife on sugar daddy website
A California couple have been arrested after they allegedly robbed and beat a man who they met on a sugar daddy website. They allegedly stole a large amount of property and money.
Man charged with murder after shooting on-duty California firefighter, police say
A California firefighter was working a fire when he tried to enter a business nearby and was shot to death by the owner, who is now facing murder charges, police said.
She lured a businessman to death in a flooring store. Then she told police someone else made her do it.
Woman who lured a San Diego businessman to his death was sentenced to prison. She initially said her co-defendant made her help in his crimes.
Teacher arrested for woman's 2005 murder claims fingerprints left on purse because he ‘used to sell bags and clothes’
Authorities in California used fingerprint and DNA technology to identify and apprehend a teacher suspected of murdering a woman 16 years ago.
Rancher tried to stop a burglar on his property but was killed. Now, police have the suspect in cuffs.
A ranch owner in rural California was shot and killed while confronting a burglar reportedly trying to break into a building on his property, police said.
California man charged more than a year after allegedly shooting and killing pregnant woman
A Berkeley, California, man was charged with murder after he allegedly shot and killed a 19-year-old pregnant woman. He was already in jail for a gang-related shooting.
Man attempts to rape ex-girlfriend, she ends up robbing and assaulting him instead, police said
A man in California attempted to rape his ex-girlfriend, police said. She escaped and came back later to rob and assault him. Both were arrested.
Teen drug dealer accused of murder after 12-year-old dies from fentanyl overdose: report
A 12-year-old girl died from a fentanyl overdose in California. Now, police say the teen drug dealer that sold the pill to her has been charged with murder.
Retired police sergeant facing murder charges after suspected DUI crash in California
A retired police officer is facing murder charges after he allegedly crashed into a woman's car while he was driving drunk, killing her, police said.
He was shot in his home 28 years ago. Police say they have just arrested his suspected killer.
A man was murdered in 1993 in San Bernardino County, California, but his case went cold. Nearly three decades later, police say they arrested a suspect.
Boyfriend charged in missing California woman's death, cops say. Her body has not yet been found.
A California man already in jail for domestic violence was charged in connection to the murder of his missing girlfriend. Authorities are still looking for her body.
California mother allegedly murdered her children, ages 8, 5 and 3, before attempting to take her own life
A mother in California is allegedly murdered her three young children before attempting to take her own life, authorities said. She has now been charged.
Gang member stabbed homeless man to death for 'no apparent reason,' cops say
A homeless man in California was stabbed to death for "no apparent reason" by a gang member, police said. The suspect has been arrested and charged with murder.
Man shoots mother twice within close range, calls 911 to turn himself in, police say
A California man shot his mother twice within close range. Police say he then turned around and called 911 to turn himself in for the murder.
EXCLUSIVE: Wife-Killer Scott Peterson is profiled by FBI & police investigators in new REELZ documentary
A new documentary from REELZ looks at the famous case of wife-killer Scott Peterson and police along with FBI investigators profile the murderer.
Woman accused of killing her boyfriend in California, cops say
A woman was charged with homicide in connection to the killing of her boyfriend in California, police announced. The two were in a relationship.
California couple arrested in connection with 2018 murder in Oregon
A married couple was arrested in California in connection with a murder that took place in Oregon in 2018. The victim was found in the woods.
California man shot dead in apartment, suspect and girlfriend accused of murder
A man was shot to death in California apartment. Now police say the suspect and his girlfriend have been arrested and charged in connection to the murder.
He killed a cop after performing an execution. A judge sent him to prison, but the cop's family remains disappointed.
A man was sentenced to prison for the killing of a cop and another man in California. The suspect also wounded another police officer in a shooting.
Police make arrest in 43 year old San Francisco cold case, authorities say suspect may have killed others
A teenager visiting San Francisco from New York more than 40 years ago was killed and the case went cold. Police say they have arrested a suspect in the case.
‘Prolific' robbery crew arrested for allegedly targeting Asian women in nearly year-long crime spree: Cops
Police in California recently arrested an alleged six-person robbery crew that targeted Asian females across multiple jurisdictions, officials said.
Tesla employee accused of ambushing, fatally shooting coworker after they got into dispute, police say
A Tesla employee was taken into custody after fatally shooting a male coworker at one of the automaker’s manufacturing factories in California, police said.
Pool man accused of killing 93-year-old California woman for 'financial gain,' authorities say
A California man accused of slaying a 93-year-old woman has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder. The suspect worked for a pool service company.
A waitress was murdered in California. Decades later, police say DNA helped solve her killing.
DNA helped solve a cold case murder from 1996, cops say. The victim was murdered while working as a waitress. The suspect was already in jail for sexual assault charges.
SWAT team arrests man after 76-year-old’s body found in storage unit in California, cops say
A 76-year-old man's body was found in a storage unit in Sonora, California. Cops searched for the person responsible until the suspect was arrested by a SWAT team.
Man turns himself in for murder after allegedly shooting, killing a person
A man was murdered in Barstow, California on Dec. 6. Police identified a suspect and searched his home. Later, the suspect turned himself in to police on a murder charge.
Road rage incident leads to one man being killed, another accused of murder
A road rage incident in California led to one man being shot death and a second man being arrested and charged with his murder, police said.
Authorities in Mexico apprehend fugitives in connection to fatal shooting in crowded California diner
Authorities have arrested two fugitives who fled to Mexico after the murder of a man in a California diner late last summer. They were recently caught.
Suspects accused of double murder in California before police find the victims
Police suspect that two men were murdered in California and are still searching for their bodies. Cops have arrested one man, and his brother is still on the run.
Mother, son killed in deadly home shooting. Police say motive unknown as a suspect is on the run.
A mother and son were killed in a deadly home shooting in California. Police say the suspect fled the scene and the motive for the shooting is unknown.
Man murdered two people in California during an 'exchange of gunfire,' cops say
A man has been arrested after an exchange of gunfire resulted in two deaths in December 2020. Another murder suspect is on the run, police said.
Woman arrested for allegedly shoplifting over $300,000 in items from Prada, Gucci and other luxury retailers
An alleged shoplifter in Southern California is accused of lifting more than 2,300 items worth over $300,000 from multiple high-end stores, authorities said.
Alleged drug dealer charged with murder after California man dies from fentanyl, cops said
A drug dealer in California has been charged with murder after a 21-year-old man died from a fentanyl overdose sold to him, according to police.
Man kidnapped 8-year-old child near park in California, cops say
A transient man has been accused of kidnapping in California. Cops say he forced an 8-year-old child to enter his tent. The child escaped the area.
2 men break into home and assaulted a 9-year-old autistic boy while he slept, police say
Police say two men broke into a home in California and assaulted a 9-year-old boy with autism as he slept. The suspects fled the scene and police are searching for them.
Man denied loans accused of threatening to ‘start bombing’ Small Business Administration offices, ‘beating' staff
A California man denied loans is accused of making threats to bomb a Small Business Administration office and assault employees at the agency.
California man led cops on high-speed chase after fatal mid-afternoon shooting: report
Hanford police said Jeremy Scott led a high-speed chase topping out over 100 mph after he reportedly shot and killed a 29-year-old California man.
Shooting leaves California man dead, another charged with murder, police say
A shooting in California left one man dead. Police say the suspect in the shooting has been arrested and charged with murder in Fresno County.
California man drives drunk causing head-on crash that kills 71-year-old man, police say
A California man drove drunk, which caused a head-on crash, authorities said. According to police, a 71-year-old man was killed and the driver is charged with murder.