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law-and-order2 days ago•2 min saved

Krenwinkel’s Third Parole Grant Sets Stage for Newsom’s Final Decision

California’s parole board has granted Patricia Krenwinkel, 78, parole for the third time after nearly 57 years in prison. The decision is preliminary and must survive a 120-day review by the board and a 30-day review by Governor Gavin Newsom, who has previously vetoed her release twice. While her attorneys cite extensive rehabilitation and low risk, victims' families and prosecutors oppose her freedom, citing the brutality of the 1969 murders.

via LAmag|

#california-parole #gavin-newsom #law-and-order

california2 days ago•4 min saved

Krenwinkel Wins Third Parole Grant, Faces Newsom's Veto

Patricia Krenwinkel, 78, received a preliminary parole grant on Tuesday at her 18th hearing, marking the third time California officials have recommended her release. The decision is not final and must pass a 120-day review by the Board of Parole Hearings and a 30-day review by Governor Gavin Newsom. Newsom has previously reversed two of her parole grants, citing public safety risks despite her rehabilitation efforts. Krenwinkel, convicted in 1971 for the 1969 Tate-LaBianca murders, has served over 56 years in prison. Her attorneys argue she poses low risk and has undergone extensive rehabilitation, while victims' families and prosecutors oppose her release, citing the brutality of the crimes. The decision now enters a review period, with Newsom expected to make a final call.

via Los Angeles Times|

#california #california-parole #gavin-newsom

california3 days ago•1 min saved

Krenwinkel Wins Third Parole Grant, Faces Newsom's Final Veto

Patricia Krenwinkel, 78, was preliminarily granted parole for the third time by California’s board on Tuesday, marking her 18th hearing. She has served over 56 years for the 1969 Tate-LaBianca murders. Governor Gavin Newsom previously reversed her two prior grants, citing public safety risks despite her rehabilitation. Krenwinkel’s attorneys argue the governor is yielding to political pressure, while victims’ families oppose her release. The decision now enters a 120-day review period before reaching the governor.

via The Guardian|

#california #california-parole #gavin-newsom

crime26 days ago•4 min saved

Bruce Davis, Manson Follower Convicted in 1969 Killings, Dies Behind Bars at 83

Bruce Davis, a follower of Charles Manson convicted in two 1969 killings, died in California prison at age 83. He was serving a life sentence for the murders of Donald Shea and Gary Hinman and was not the direct killer in the Tate-LaBianca slayings. Davis had been repeatedly denied parole, including by Gov. Gavin Newsom in 2021; his death was confirmed Sept. 11 by the Solano County coroner at the California Medical Facility in Vacaville.

via Fox News|

#1969-murders #bruce-davis #california

crime-and-courts26 days ago•8 min saved

Bruce Davis, Manson’s Closest Ally, Dies in Prison at 83

Bruce Davis, long‑time member of Charles Manson’s inner circle, died in a California prison at 83. Convicted in 1972 of the Hinman and Shea murders (not involved in the Tate killings), he spent decades in prison and was repeatedly blocked from release by governors despite eight parole-suitability determinations. His case underscored ongoing debates about accountability and rehabilitation, including a 2024 parole hearing that touched on his plans for a memoir and a podcast.

via latimes.com|

#bruce-davis #crime-and-courts #hinman-murder

crime1 year ago•4 min saved

Manson Follower Patricia Krenwinkel Recommended for Parole

Patricia Krenwinkel, a former Manson family member convicted of notorious murders, has been approved for parole after 54 years in prison, but her release awaits final approval from Governor Gavin Newsom, who previously reversed her parole. Krenwinkel has participated in therapy and been deemed no longer a safety risk, but her case remains controversial due to the heinous nature of her crimes and opposition from victims' families.

via Los Angeles Times|

#crime #gavin-newsom #los-angeles-times

crime1 year ago•4 min saved

Patricia Krenwinkel, Manson Family Member, Recommended for Parole

Patricia Krenwinkel, a former Manson Family member convicted of seven murders in 1969, has been recommended for parole after spending 54 years in prison, though her release is pending review and approval by the California authorities. The parole board cited her low risk of reoffending, despite opposition from victims' families.

via The New York Times|

#california #crime #manson-family

crime1 year ago•2 min saved

Prison Tapes Reveal Manson's Chilling Confessions

Newly released prison tapes of Charles Manson suggest he may have been involved in additional killings beyond the infamous 1969 Manson Family murders. In the recordings, featured in a new documentary, Manson speaks of his time in Mexico and mentions leaving dead bodies on a beach. The documentary also includes interviews with Manson's associates and former cellmate, shedding light on his manipulative nature and the early crimes leading to the notorious murder spree.

via BBC.com|

#charles-manson #crime #documentary

music3 years ago•3 min saved

Metallica Musician's Terrifying Encounter with Manson Family Revealed

Metallica bassist Robert Trujillo recounted his experience as a young boy during a shootout involving the Manson family in 1971. Trujillo described hiding with his family in their home while gunshots rang out and police helicopters circled overhead. The incident occurred after the Manson family attempted to rob a gun store with plans to hijack a plane. Trujillo's grandparents' carport was used as a hiding spot by one of the Manson family members, who was eventually surrounded by police. Trujillo also mentioned that growing up in the Venice Beach area, cult activity was not uncommon. Metallica is currently on their M72 World Tour.

via Fox News|

#crime-scene #manson-family #metallica

music3 years ago•1 min saved

Metallica Bassist's Terrifying Encounter with the Manson Family

Metallica bassist Robert Trujillo revealed in a recent podcast interview that when he was 6 years old, he and his family were caught in the middle of a shootout between the Manson Family and the police in the Hawthorne area of Los Angeles. The Manson Family had planned to rob a gun store, hijack a plane, and demand the release of Charles Manson. However, the plan failed, resulting in a shootout. Trujillo and his family hid in the shower while police helicopters circled overhead. The incident led to the conviction of four Manson followers and the imprisonment of Manson himself. Trujillo is currently on tour with Metallica.

via Ultimate Classic Rock|

#los-angeles #manson-family #metallica

music3 years ago•2 min saved

Metallica's Robert Trujillo's Terrifying Hideout: The Manson Family Shootout

Metallica bassist Robert Trujillo revealed in a podcast interview that he and his family once had to hide in a shower during a shootout between the Manson Family cult and the Los Angeles Police Department. The cult had planned to rob a gun store and hijack a plane, demanding the release of their leader, Charles Manson. Trujillo described the experience as eerie. The altercation occurred in 1971, and Manson and his followers were later found guilty of various crimes, including murder. Metallica is currently on tour promoting their album 72 Seasons.

via Louder|

#charles-manson #manson-family #metallica

crime3 years ago•5 min saved

"Former Manson Family Member Finally Freed After 5 Reversed Parole Decisions"

Leslie Van Houten, a former member of the Manson Family, has been released from prison after spending 53 years in custody for her involvement in the brutal murders of a married couple in 1969. Van Houten's parole was granted after being denied more than 20 times, and her release was upheld by an appeals court. She will spend the next year in a transitional living facility as she adjusts to life outside of prison. Van Houten's attorney stated that she is pleased her efforts at reforming herself in prison have been recognized, but the victims' relatives expressed frustration at her parole.

via NPR|

#california #crime #leslie-van-houten

crime3 years ago•0 min saved

"Unveiling the Enigma: Leslie Van Houten, Paroled Member of Charles Manson Cult"

Leslie Van Houten, a former member of Charles Manson's cult, has been granted parole after serving decades in prison for her involvement in the Manson Family murders. Van Houten, who was convicted of killing a pregnant Hollywood actress and six others in 1969, is the first person from the Manson Family to be released on parole. The decision was based on her demonstrated rehabilitation efforts and remorse.

via The Washington Post|

#charles-manson #crime #leslie-van-houten

crime3 years ago•6 min saved

"Charles Manson Follower Leslie Van Houten Released on Parole After 53 Years"

Leslie Van Houten, a former follower of cult leader Charles Manson, has been released from a California prison after serving over 50 years for her involvement in the infamous 1969 murders of a Los Angeles couple. Van Houten, now 73, was granted parole after Governor Gavin Newsom decided not to appeal a court ruling. She will spend about a year in transitional housing before adjusting to a world vastly changed by technology. Van Houten, the youngest of Manson's followers, hopes to find employment and has earned degrees while in prison. Manson died in 2017, and other followers have been denied parole.

via WJW FOX 8 News Cleveland|

#california #charles-manson #crime

crime3 years ago•8 min saved

Unveiling the Manson 'Family': Exploring the Cult Leader's Victims and Key Players

Leslie Van Houten, a member of Charles Manson's cult, was released after spending over 50 years in prison for her involvement in the Tate-LaBianca murders. The Manson "family" carried out a series of brutal killings in 1969, targeting Hollywood figures and others. Van Houten was the only one to be released, while others remain behind bars or have died. Manson, the cult leader, orchestrated the murders in an attempt to incite a race war. The victims included actress Sharon Tate, hairstylist Jay Sebring, coffee heiress Abigail Folger, aspiring screenwriter Wojciech Frykowski, and others. The Manson case remains a haunting chapter in American history.

via ABC News|

#charles-manson #crime #cult-killings