All articles tagged with #crime investigation
South African police confirmed the discovery of a tenth woman’s body in Thembisa, Ekurhuleni, on September 26, 2026. The victim, found near a cemetery, appears to have been stoned to death. This latest finding adds to a series of ten female deaths in the region since mid-July, sparking national outrage and fears of a serial killer, though authorities have not yet linked all cases.
Brazilian police arrested 33-year-old Jorlan Lopes da Silva in Paraíba after a 30-hour manhunt. Found disguised in women’s clothing and carrying a child, he is linked to 16 confirmed homicides since May. While he confessed to 80 murders, authorities have verified only 16. Police seized weapons and ammunition, and two accomplices were also detained.
College Station police are investigating a shooting that occurred just after 4 a.m. on Sunday at The Grand Apartments on Harvey Road. Gunfire struck a vehicle, a fence, and a bus stop, but no injuries were reported. Investigators found evidence that shots were fired from multiple locations, including Scarlett O'Hara Drive and the complex's parking lot. The department has assigned case number 2026-007368 and is asking for tips.
A dog named Kingston, discovered in a dumpster in Durham, has been adopted by a new family after receiving medical care at the Animal Protection Society of Durham. While the dog is recovering from a skin infection, authorities are investigating the incident and seeking information about a person seen on surveillance footage near the location.
A 15-year-old boy was arrested in connection with a deadly shooting at Independence High School's football game in Bakersfield Friday night, which left a 17-year-old student dead. Investigators say the incident stemmed from a fight between two groups; the suspect is in custody, and police say the community will be back to normal as next Friday’s game proceeds.
Authorities arrested 44-year-old Terrell Williams of Georgia in connection with a January burglary at the late Greg Biffle's Mooresville home, with cell phone and GPS data tying him to the residence as investigators recover items including $30,000 in cash, a backpack, two firearms, and NASCAR memorabilia; Williams faces multiple felonies and the case remains open.
A forensic psychologist argues that Nancy Guthrie’s two ransom notes were written by two different people with contrasting motives—the first demanding $4 million in bitcoin, the second saying Guthrie had died and was buried in nature—suggesting a rupture in the perpetrators’ dynamics and possibly involvement by multiple people beyond the porch sighting, as the FBI continues the investigation into her February 1 disappearance.
A stabbing at a Burbank home killed mother Arti Varma and left daughter Meera Varma in critical condition. Police found two women with stab wounds around 6 a.m. on the 2800 block of North Brighton Street and are seeking a suspect; motive has not been released. Arti was a Bret Harte Elementary School first-grade teacher and Meera a nationally known mental health activist; the husband is in India as investigators pursue leads.
A rare and shocking triple murder and suicide involving a family of four was discovered in Liechtenstein, a country known for its safety, with investigations focusing on financial irregularities and a missing sum of Swiss francs, marking one of the most significant crimes in recent years for the tiny principality.
Irish scientists have developed a novel electrochemical technique that can recover fingerprints from fired brass ammunition casings even after exposure to extreme heat, potentially revolutionizing forensic investigations by enabling fingerprint retrieval from previously considered impossible samples.
Thieves stole priceless jewelry from the Louvre, including a tiara and sapphire necklace, valued at around $102 million, but experts believe selling the pieces intact or unaltered will be difficult due to their unique properties and the high likelihood of detection, making the black market sale highly risky and unprofitable.
A mass shooting in downtown Montgomery, Alabama, resulted in 2 deaths and 12 injuries, including juveniles, during a weekend of local events. Police believe the incident was caused by targeted gunfire and are actively investigating, offering a reward for information. Authorities emphasize the incident was preventable and highlight ongoing concerns about violence in the city.
Law enforcement, including the Kansas Bureau of Investigation, is investigating a crime near 22nd and Downing in Hays, with no current threat to the public, and more details are expected to be released soon.
Teddi Mellencamp's home in Los Angeles was targeted in an attempted burglary while she and her family were home, but the intruders fled before gaining full access. The incident occurred amid heightened concerns over recent LA break-ins and follows a recent double murder in the area. Mellencamp, who is battling Stage 4 melanoma, expressed gratitude for her safety and the effectiveness of her security system.
A Ukrainian Security Service officer was shot and killed in Kyiv in what appears to be an assassination, prompting a police manhunt; the incident follows recent successful Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian airfields.