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us-news12 days ago•26 min saved

New DNA Clue Could Rewrite Murdaugh Murder Retrial

Lawyers for Alex Murdaugh say they’ll introduce previously undisclosed DNA evidence at his retrial—specifically male DNA found under Maggie Murdaugh’s fingernails that doesn’t match Alex or any family member and wasn’t added to CODIS—to argue his innocence and suggest other possible suspects. The defense follows the South Carolina Supreme Court’s overturning of his 2023 double-murder conviction for the killings of Maggie and Paul at the family estate, while Murdaugh remains jailed for financial crimes. Prosecutors argued the motive was to cover up financial crimes, but the defense is pushing multiple alternative theories and noting unexamined evidence, such as tire-track leads, that weren’t pursued. The retrial context centers on the 2021 murders of Maggie and Paul and the broader questions surrounding the case and timing.

via New York Post|

#alex-murdaugh #dna #false

entertainment24 days ago•45 min saved

This Week’s Darkest Roundup: Murders, Disappearances, and a 1950s Head-Hunting Scandal

BuzzFeed’s weekly dark roundup covers five unsettling stories: the Dec. 2025 murder investigation surrounding Rob Reiner and his wife, with their son Nick charged in connection with the case; Nicole Delien’s Kleine-Levin syndrome, a rare sleep disorder; the ongoing Ireland missing-person case of 15-year-old Amy Fitzpatrick from 2008; a grim account of the 1950s British Malayan headhunting scandal; and Velma Barfield, one of the first women executed in the modern era, highlighting how these cases reveal the darkest corners of history and humanity.

via BuzzFeed|

#entertainment #historical-crime #missing-persons

world1 month ago•23 min saved

Chilling video shows mother-in-law allegedly killing Mexican beauty queen in front of her baby

A chilling video from Mexico City captures a 27-year-old former beauty queen, Carolina Flores Gomez, being shot in her home with her baby nearby, allegedly by her mother-in-law Erika Herrera. The husband, Alejandro Gomez, is shown re-entering the scene with the couple’s child and reacting with shock as gunfire rings out. Police have opened an investigation and identified Herrera as the prime suspect; investigators noted delays reporting the death, citing concerns for the baby.

via New York Post|

#beauty-queens #mexico #murders

us-news1 month ago•23 min saved

Chilling footage shows FedEx driver cleaning van after Athena Strand murder

Security footage shown in a Fort Worth courtroom shows 34-year-old FedEx driver Tanner Horner cleaning the van used to abduct and murder 7-year-old Athena Strand in Paradise, Texas, on Nov. 30, 2022; prosecutors say he killed Strand after hitting her with the van, then dumped her body in a creek. Horner has admitted to the murder, claiming it was a panic after the collision, and jurors are deciding whether his sentence will be death or life in prison.

via New York Post|

#athena-strand #fedex #murders

crime4 months ago•323 min saved

Former Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding arrested in cross-border drug ring case

Former Canadian Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding, previously listed as an FBI Ten Most Wanted fugitive with a $15 million reward, was arrested on charges tied to running a transnational drug trafficking network spanning the US, Canada, Mexico and Colombia. Prosecutors allege the operation began around 2011, generated over $1 billion in illegal proceeds, and included ordering multiple killings in retaliation for drug debts. Wedding, who earlier served a prison sentence for cocaine distribution, faces a superseding indictment from 2024 accusing him of running the criminal enterprise and directing murders; NBC first reported the arrest, and authorities had believed he was in Mexico under protection of the Sinaloa cartel.

via CNN|

#cocaine-trafficking #crime #fbi-ten-most-wanted

local-news4 months ago•7 min saved

Chicago Reports 60-Year Low in Murders for 2025

In 2025, Chicago experienced its lowest murder rate in over 60 years with 416 homicides, a significant decline driven by community investment, strategic policing, and social programs, despite ongoing high-profile crimes and challenges like domestic violence. The city’s efforts, including increased police collaboration and violence intervention programs, contributed to a 29% decrease in homicides, marking a historic low since 1965, though experts caution that sustained investment is crucial for continued progress.

via Block Club Chicago|

#2025 #chicago #crime-reduction

crime5 months ago•1 min saved

U.S. Murders Near Record Low in Historic Decline

The U.S. is experiencing its largest one-year decline in murders on record, with a nearly 20% drop compared to 2024, driven by decreases across major cities and crime categories, although some areas saw increases. This trend follows a broader decrease in violent crime since the COVID-era spike, with official data expected next year.

via Axios|

#2025 #crime #crime-statistics

crime5 months ago•2 min saved

Six Chicago gang members indicted for 13 murders and racketeering

Six alleged members of the Faceworld gang in Chicago have been indicted for participating in a criminal organization involved in 13 murders, shootings, robberies, and other violent crimes, including a notable 2020 shooting at a funeral and social media promotion of gang activities.

via ABC7 Chicago|

#chicago-gang #crime #cta-shooting

world7 months ago•3 min saved

Argentina arrests suspect in livestreamed femicide of three women and girl

A series of murders involving two women and a teenage girl in Argentina, allegedly linked to drug gangs and streamed live on Instagram, led to multiple arrests including a suspect who gave an interview on TV; the case has sparked outrage and discussions on femicide in the country.

via CBS News|

#argentina #drug-gangs #femicide

local-news8 months ago•6 min saved

Chicago Experiences Historic Drop in Summer Murders Amid Security Concerns

Chicago experienced its lowest summer murder rate since 1965, with overall violent crime near a four-decade low, despite threats from the Trump administration to deploy federal agents and the National Guard, which local officials and community members largely see as unnecessary given the positive crime trend and ongoing community-based efforts.

via WBEZ Chicago|

#chicago #community-intervention #local-news

crime9 months ago•5 min saved

Menendez Brothers Denied Parole Amid New Audio Revelations

Lyle and Erik Menendez discussed their motives and feelings during their parole hearings, revealing that they claimed to have killed their parents in self-defense due to years of sexual abuse by their father, and expressed remorse and shock over the crimes, though both were denied parole.

via ABC News|

#crime #menendez-brothers #murders

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

world-news1 year ago

Kenyan Protests Against Femicide Met with Police Tear Gas

Protests have erupted in Kenya as citizens demand government action in response to a series of brutal murders targeting women. Demonstrators are calling for justice and increased protection for women, highlighting the urgent need for authorities to address the rising violence and ensure safety for all citizens.

via The New York Times|

#justice #kenya #murders

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

crime1 year ago•4 min saved

Kenyan Police Arrest Suspected Serial Killer Linked to 42 Murders

Kenyan police have arrested Collins Jomaisi Khalusha, a man they describe as a "serial killer" who confessed to murdering 42 women since 2022, including his wife. The arrest followed the discovery of nine mutilated bodies in a disused quarry in Nairobi. The suspect was apprehended at a bar and led police to his house, where they found evidence linking him to the crimes. The case has sparked outrage and questions about police oversight, especially since the murders occurred near a police station.

via BBC.com|

#crime #kenya #murders