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Good Samaritan in South Carolina Rescues Clemson Student from Attack by Convicted Sex Offender: Sheriff
A convicted sex offender recently released from prison is accused of attempting to sexually assault a South Carolina college student, according to authorities.
Lethal Injection, Electrocution, or Firing Squad: South Carolina Death Row Inmate Must Choose Method to Die After State Resumes Executions
South Carolina is set to resume executions after a decade; Freddie Eugene Owens faces lethal injection, electrocution, or firing squad on Sept. 20.
A South Carolina Man Arranged a Date with a Woman on Tinder. He Was Shot 4 Times When Went to Her Home.
A South Carolina man and woman were sentenced to decades in prison after a Tinder date turned into a murder.
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.
Verdict Uncertain: South Carolina Supreme Court Rules Convicted Murderer Alex Murdaugh May Get New Trial Amid Jury Tampering Claims
South Carolina Supreme Court to hear arguments on whether Alex Murdaugh deserves a new murder trial after jury tampering allegations against a court clerk.
Spicy Showdown Erupts in South Carolina After Woman Questions Man's Unseasoned Chicken
A family argument in South Carolina took place over unseasoned chicken, but turned into a brawl involving punches, a knife and even Raid insecticide, cops say.
A South Carolina College Freshman Was Found Dead After 'Mud-Bogging' with Classmates in 1997. The Case Could Still Be Solved.
Stacey Holsonback's body was found floating in Lake Hartwell a day after she went "mud-bogging" with friends. Now, 26 years later, the case is unsolved.
A Missing South Carolina Woman Was Found Dead in a River. Now, Her Son Is Accused of Her Murder, Police Say.
A missing woman was found dead in a river and months later, authorities say they have charged her son with her murder.
911 calls from Convicted Killer Alex Murdaugh Revealed: 'My Wife and Child Have Been Shot Badly!' (FPD CASE VAULT)
State investigators released two 911 calls from when Alex Murdaugh said he found the bodies of his son Paul and wife Maggie.
Convicted Killer Alex Murdaugh’s Son to Sue Netflix, Warner Bros. for Linking Him to Gay Classmate’s Death: Report
Buster Murdaugh plans to sue two major studios, claiming they linked him to the murder of his gay classmate, Stephen Smith, a new report claims.
Alabama Assistant Middle School Principal Among 4 Arrests Made in Georgia Cold Case Triple Murder: Police
An assistant principal at an Alabama middle school is among four men arrested in connection with a Georgia cold case triple murder in 2013, authorities said.
Bulletproof Deal: Al Capone's Beloved 'Sweetheart' Colt 1911 Pistol Heads to Auction
The beloved 'Sweetheart' Colt 1911 pistol that belonged to gangster Al Capone will be hitting the auction block in May.
South Carolina Man Posing as Teen Girl in Alleged Sextortion Scheme Results in Michigan Victim's Suicide: FBI
South Carolina man indicted on sextortion scheme that lead to the suicide of the Michigan victim, officials said.
South Carolina Man Accused of Getting Into an Argument With a Man, Then Using a Machete to Cut off His Toes
South Carolina man allegedly got into an argument with another guy. Then, he pulled out a machete and cut off his toes, police said.
South Carolina Teacher Accused of Offering Drugs and Alcohol to Teen Student in Front of Her Young Kids, Who Then Ratted Her Out
Former South Carolina teacher accused of giving drugs and alcohol to teen student in front of her young children.
Convicted Double-Murderer Alex Murdaugh Hit With Another 40 Years in Prison After Pleading Guilty to These Crimes
Convicted double murderer Alex Murdaugh convicted to even more time behind bars for financial crimes he pleaded guilty to.
Elderly South Carolina Man Faces Murder Charge After He Calls 911, Claims ‘He and His Wife Killed Themselves’
An elderly man allegedly called cops and claimed 'he and his wife killed themselves.' Now, police say he is charged with her murder.
Death Penalty Opponents Demand Gas Companies Cut Off Nitrogen Supply Amid Ongoing Execution Controversy
A national fight over nitrogen may be developing, beginning in Alabama. The reason involves a convicted murderer.
South Carolina Couple Arrested After Their Newborn Son Tests Positive for Fentanyl at Birth: Police
Couple in South Carolina arrested after newborn baby tests positive for fentanyl, authorities said.
Mother Accused of Murder After Becoming Frustrated with Crying Newborn, Striking Her in Head with Mug: Warrant
A 'frustrated' mother in South Carolina was allegedly over her crying baby, so she hit her with a steel mug, killing her, cops said.
South Carolina Suspect Charged With Kidnapping, Assault After Naked Woman Flees Motel Room: Police
A South Carolina woman fled a motel room with no clothes on, and a suspect was arrested for kidnapping and assault, police said.Judge Rules on Convicted Killer Alex Murdaugh New Trial Request After Clerk of Court's 'Fleeting and Foolish Comments'
A South Carolina denied the appeal by convicted killer Alex Murdaugh for a new trial in the slayings of his wife and son.
A Man Evaded Justice for 44 years After Killing a South Carolina Woman. Now, He Could Walk Free in Less Than 10 Years.
A man convicted of a cold-case murder in South Carolina was sentenced to life in prison. But, a legal technicality means he could be free after 10 years.
A South Carolina Man Said He Had 'Two Devils Living Inside Him.' Hours Later, His Mom and Grandma Were Dead.
A man in South Carolina took drugs and said he had devils in him. Hours later, his mother and grandma were found murdered. The suspect is now in prison.
South Carolina Couple Arrested in Connection with ‘Gruesome and Brutal’ Halloween 2015 Massacre: Sheriff
Amy and Ross Vilardi accused of brutal murders of four family members on Halloween 2015 have now been arrested.
Inside the Criminal Mind: Could Becky Hill Be Alex Murdaugh's Ticket to a New Trial?
Rebecca Hill, the Clerk of Court for the Alex Murdaugh double murder trial, could become his ticket to a new trial.
Data Collected From Phone of Teen Found Dead Near Alex Murdaugh Estate Could Unlock Key Clues in Case: Attorney
Cops reportedly have accessed the data in Stephen Smith's cell phone and tablet, leading investigators to possibly find out if Alex Murdaugh was at crime scene.
Christian School Teacher Fired After Allegedly Getting Caught Having Sex Outside Pizza Hut With Student, Cops Say
A former teacher at a South Carolina Christian school is charged with a sex crime involving a student in the parking lot of a Pizza Hut.
‘Abhorrent Behavior’: Two South Carolina Daycare Workers Encouraged Kids to Fight Each Other, Sheriff Says
Two daycare workers in South Carolina allegedly encouraged the kids to fight each other as a form of punishment, police said.
A South Carolina Man Watched the Horror Movie 'Halloween.' Then, He Prayed, Put on a Michael Myers Mask and Stabbed a Woman to Death.
A South Carolina man inspired by a horror movie dressed up in a mask, prayed and then went out to kill a woman.
South Carolina Judge Paves Way for Possible New Trial in Alex Murdaugh Case Amid Jury Tampering Allegations
A judge signed the order, sending the case back to circuit court to consider allegations of jury tampering in Murdaugh murder trial.
A South Carolina Man Was Angry About a GPS Ankle Monitor. So, He Hit His Mother in the Head With a Pool Cue, Cops Say.
A man in South Carolina upset about his GPS ankle monitor has been accused of assaulting his mother with a pool cue.
South Carolina Man Shoplifted, Crashed Car Before Going to Acquaintance’s Home and Stabbing Him in Back with Pocketknife: Cops
South Carolina man allegedly went on crime spree by shoplifting, crashing a car and stabbing friend in back, according to police.
A United States Postal Worker Refused to Deliver a 2-Pound Package of Marijuana. So the Recipient Grabbed His AR-15 and Killed Her.
Two men in South Carolina were arrested in connection with the death of a postal carrier who stopped a package of marijuana from getting delivered in the mail.
Florida Father Accused of Using Heavy-Duty Saw to Murder His ‘Stand-Up, Stellar’ 16-Year-Old Son: Sheriff
A Florida man has been accused of using a heavy-duty saw to murder his 'stand up, stellar' 16-year-old son, authorities said.
Headed for Retrial? Alex Murdaugh Defense Claims Official Tampered with Jury, ‘Pressuring Them to Reach a Quick Guilty Verdict’
The defense for convicted double murderer Alex Murdaugh claims jury tampering in first trial, files motion for new trial.
‘Justifiable Homicide’ — No Charges in Case of South Carolina Student Killed Entering Wrong Home: Cops
A college student in South Carolina was fatally shot after he reportedly tried to enter the wrong house around 2 a.m., according to officials.
Bad Call: Convicted Killer Alex Murdaugh Disciplined for Using Phone to Do Interview for New Fox Documentary
Convicted double murderer Alex Murdaugh lost his phone privileges after giving an interview for an upcoming Fox Nation documentary, officials said.
He Murdered Three Relatives in South Carolina. But, One Victim Left a Clue in Blood Before She Died.
A man in South Carolina murdered three relatives, including a child. One of the victims wrote a clue in blood before she died, officials said.
Family of Missing South Carolina Mother Says Suspected Serial Killer Rex Heuermann Last Person Seen with Her: Report
The daughter of a missing South Carolina woman claims the last person she saw with her mom was Gilgo Beach serial killer suspect Rex Heuermann, officials say.
South Carolina Man Out on Bond for Indecent Exposure Accused of Attempting to Kidnap Child Walking to School With Her Mother
A man in South Carolina allegedly tried to snatch a girl from her mother while they walked to school together, according to police.
Cold-Blooded Murder Or Mercy Killing? South Carolina Man Fatally Shoots His Father In Head on New Year's Eve
A South Carolina man argued his father's death was a mercy killing. However, the jury rejected that defense and now he will spend his life in prison.
South Carolina Woman Allegedly Used Her Vehicle as a ‘Weapon’ in Road Rage Incident That Sent Man to Hospital, Cops Say
A woman in South Carolina allegedly used her vehicle as a 'weapon' during road rage incident that sent a man to the hospital, police say.
South Carolina Man Arrested for Possessing Child Porn After He Took Computer to Get Repaired, Officials Say
A 67-year-old man in South Carolina took his computer in to get repaired. Now, police say he has been arrested for possession of child porn.
Gilgo Beach Murders: Detectives in South Carolina, Las Vegas Investigating Links to Accused Serial Killer Rex Heuermann, Officials Say
The investigation into the Gilgo Beach murders and suspect Rex Heuermann has expanded into both South Carolina and Nevada, officials said.
Alex Murdaugh Maximum-Security Selfies Exposed — ‘I’m Sure He Didn’t Want These Bad Boys Getting Out’
Convicted double murderer Alex Murdaugh is seen in topless selfies leaked from his South Carolina prison cell as he serves two life sentences.
Barking Dog Helps Police End 9-Day Manhunt for ‘Tired and Worn Out’ Escaped Survivalist and Accused Murderer Michael Burham
Police in Pennsylvania were able to find escaped survivalist and accused murderer Michael Burham with the help of a barking dog.
Jailhouse Call Exposes Strained Relationship Between Convicted Double Murderer Alex Murdaugh and Son Buster
A jailhouse call between convicted double murderer Alex Murdaugh and his son Buster Murdaugh shows the two appear to have a tense relationship.
A South Carolina Teenager Went to Walmart to Get Items for His Baby. Now, He's Accused of Attempted Murder.
A teenager who is the suspect in an attempted murder in South Carolina was taken into custody after he tried shoplifting at Walmart, officials said.
A South Carolina Chicken Plant Employee Challenged a Coworker to a Fist Fight. Then, He Shot Him Dead.
A South Carolina man was arrested after a dispute that started in the workplace ended in deadly gunfire, authorities said.