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Judge Allows Gun and Notebook as Evidence in Mangione State Murder Case
legal8 days ago

Judge Allows Gun and Notebook as Evidence in Mangione State Murder Case

A New York judge ruled that a gun and notebook recovered from Luigi Mangione’s backpack can be used as evidence in his state murder case over UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s death, while other backpack items like a 3D-printed gun and silencer are suppressed due to an improper warrantless search. The state trial is now scheduled for Sept. 8, with Mangione facing both state and federal charges; prosecutors say the searches were lawful, while the defense argued they were not. The notebook and gun are viewed as key evidence and potential motive.

Evidence Wins: Gun and Notebook Admitted in Mangione Murder Trial
crime8 days ago

Evidence Wins: Gun and Notebook Admitted in Mangione Murder Trial

A New York judge ruled prosecutors can use a gun and a notebook described as a manifesto as evidence in Luigi Mangione’s murder case against Brian Thompson, while excluding other items from an initial warrantless McDonald’s arrest search; a later backpack search at Altoona police headquarters was deemed valid. Mangione, 28, faces nine state felonies including second-degree murder and a separate federal stalking case, with the state trial tentatively scheduled for September and the federal trial later in the fall.

Manhattan judge suppresses backpack-search evidence in Mangione murder case
crime8 days ago

Manhattan judge suppresses backpack-search evidence in Mangione murder case

A Manhattan judge ruled that evidence seized from Luigi Mangione’s backpack at a McDonald’s must be suppressed as an improper warrantless search, while evidence found later at the police station, including the alleged murder weapon, is admissible; Mangione’s notebook may still be admitted since it was not opened or searched at the McDonald’s. The defendant, accused of killing Brian Thompson outside a Manhattan hotel, faces state and federal charges, with the state case having two top-murder counts tossed earlier this year but nine counts including second-degree murder remaining; a federal trial is scheduled for January 2027. He has pleaded not guilty in both cases.

Prosecutors lay out evidence in D4vd murder case involving Celeste Rivas Hernandez
crime26 days ago

Prosecutors lay out evidence in D4vd murder case involving Celeste Rivas Hernandez

Prosecutors in Los Angeles detail a case against D4vd (David Anthony Burke), charging him with first‑degree murder, continuous sexual abuse of a minor, and unlawful mutilation after 14‑year‑old Celeste Rivas Hernandez was killed, dismembered, and her remains found in a Tesla trunk. They allege a sexual relationship began when she was 11 and continued in various forms, that Burke attempted to cover up the crime to protect his career, and that evidence including DNA, texts, and purchases will be presented at a May 1 preliminary hearing.

Prosecutors lay out chilling evidence in D4vd murder case
crime26 days ago

Prosecutors lay out chilling evidence in D4vd murder case

Prosecutors allege that musician D4vd (David Burke) murdered a 14-year-old girl he was dating and dismembered her body, storing remains in his Tesla for months. The nine-page memo outlines a timeline from 2022–2025, including travel with the victim, explicit messages about sex and pregnancy, and purchases of body bags and tools. Investigators cite surveillance video and DNA evidence linking him to the crime. The defense sought to seal the memo, but a judge allowed media access, and the preliminary hearing was moved to May 26.

Court Filings Sketch Grim Timeline in D4vd Case Involving 14-Year-Old Celeste
crime26 days ago

Court Filings Sketch Grim Timeline in D4vd Case Involving 14-Year-Old Celeste

Prosecutors allege D4vd killed and dismembered 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, storing remains in his Tesla and carrying out a premeditated sequence that included buying chainsaws, a body bag, and an inflatable pool under a fake name; Celeste and D4vd reportedly met when she was 11 and began a sexual relationship at 13, with authorities noting more than 40 terabytes of digital evidence on his devices and Celeste’s passport card later found in Santa Barbara County. A preliminary hearing is set for May 26 to determine if the case goes to trial.

politics2 months ago

Minnesota seeks federal evidence in Pretti and Good shootings

Minnesota filed a federal lawsuit seeking access to investigation materials about the killings of Alex Pretti and Renee Good by federal agents during the Trump-era immigration crackdown, alleging federal officials have blocked information sharing, and also requesting details on a non-fatal shooting, highlighting ongoing state‑federal tensions over evidence handling amid a surge in enforcement.

ChatGPT Advice Under Scrutiny in Darron Lee Murder Case
crime2 months ago

ChatGPT Advice Under Scrutiny in Darron Lee Murder Case

Former NFL linebacker Darron Lee faced a preliminary hearing on first-degree murder and tampering with evidence. Prosecutors say he consulted ChatGPT for advice on handling an unresponsive person and asked about injuries consistent with a shower fall. Police describe the victim as 29-year-old Gabriella Perpetuo with multiple stab wounds and other trauma. Authorities have not ruled out the death penalty; Lee, a former Jets first-round pick, also faces a $50 million wrongful-death lawsuit.

Collagen May Improve Elasticity, But Won’t Prevent Wrinkles
health2 months ago

Collagen May Improve Elasticity, But Won’t Prevent Wrinkles

A review of 113 trials with about 8,000 participants finds daily collagen can improve skin elasticity and hydration over time but does not prevent wrinkles; it may also ease joint pain, though it is not a cure-all. Benefits come with consistent use and vary by supplement type (marine, bovine, vegan) with no clear winner. Diets rich in vitamin C and zinc support collagen production, and more dermatology-focused studies are needed to confirm these effects.