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She Met A “Mysterious Man” During Her Vacation In Spain And Ended Up Murdered - Audrey Fang
The woman in the photo was Audrey Fang, born in Singapore and an architect by profession. Her family says that she loved flowers, she always had a smile on her face, and she was one of those people who would never hurt anyone.
Based On a True StoryPublished about 2 hours ago in CriminalThe Baffling Disappearance of Sky Metalwala
The early morning of November 6, 2011, was cold and dry in Bellevue, WA. Temperatures hovered around 39 degrees Fahrenheit and the normal Washington rain was nowhere to be seen. 112th St NE parallels State Route 520 near where it meets Interstate 405. A tall concrete sound barrier lines each side of the road making it appear more like a highway itself than a large suburban thoroughfare.
Alisan KeeseePublished about 6 hours ago in CriminalHer Boyfriend Lived Secretly in Her Attic for Almost a Decade — Then He Murdered Her Husband
Every day you hear stories of infidelity. Men and women are caught cheating all the time. It’s no longer surprising in this day and age. It’s more surprising for someone to have an affair that isn’t found out about. This woman’s story gives an entirely different spin on having a secret lover. If this isn’t a Lifetime movie, it should be.
Kassondra O'HaraPublished about 12 hours ago in CriminalThe Tragic Case of Ashlee Martinson: Aftermath of child abuse
The story of Ashlee Martinson is one of profound tragedy and complex emotions, a tale that forces us to confront the darkest corners of the human experience. In 2015, Ashlee Martinson made headlines when she was arrested for the brutal murders of her mother and stepfather in the small town of Piehl, Wisconsin. As details of the case emerged, a chilling narrative of abuse, trauma, and desperation began to unfold, shedding light on the harrowing journey that led to this unthinkable act of violence.
Deji AkomolafePublished about 12 hours ago in CriminalNevada Tan
On June 1, 2004, an 11-year-old girl takes her friend to an empty classroom during school lunch break. There, she tells her friend that "You are going to die," and then she takes out a box cutter from her pocket and slits her throat. Not only that, but after this crime, she becomes an internet celebrity. This is the story of Japan's most shocking murder,
Aafreen AliPublished about 12 hours ago in CriminalTHE VANISHING ACT
The morning sun bathed the city streets in golden light as President Jonathan Reynolds embarked on his routine journey through the bustling metropolis. His motorcade, a symbol of power and authority, navigated the labyrinth of roads with practiced ease, flanked by a convoy of armored vehicles and vigilant Secret Service agents.
Nobleman OkosaPublished about 16 hours ago in CriminalTwo teens charged in connection to fatal Denver Aquarium shooting
The Denver District Attorney's Office filed first-degree murder charges against two teens in connection to the fatal shooting that took place outside of the Downtown Denver Aquarium earlier this year.
Melted Cheese and Murder
It was bizarre, talking about killing someone. In a public place. Over pizza. I couldn't take it anymore. No matter how many times my parents told me to stay away from Bobby I just... couldn't. I'd turn up at home bleeding, covered with bruises, and they'd say, "Stop hanging out with him..." They didn't get it. He'd got under my skin.
L.C. SchäferPublished about 16 hours ago in CriminalThe Mysterious Phantom
Once upon a dark, starless night, inside the peaceful little village of Oakwood, something strange happened that changed the course of the village's history. An infamous figure called "The Phantom" had arrived, and everyone felt a sense of unease in the air.
Kamal O. TouhamiPublished about 18 hours ago in CriminalLululemon Murder: A Shocking Crime That Gripped a Community
The Lululemon murder occurred on 2011, at a Lululemon store, when Brittany Norwood, a store employee, murdered her coworker Jayna Murray. Murray sustained 331 injuries from five weapons including a hammer, box cutter and knife. According to medical examiners, she was alive for all of the injuries.
Deji AkomolafePublished about 20 hours ago in CriminalMan, 28, found dead in his Nairobi house after missing for 3 days
Detectives are investigating the cause of the death of a 28-year-old man whose body was discovered in his house in the Umoja Two area.
Z.a.i.n.t.zPublished about 24 hours ago in CriminalThe Verdict Will Be Covered
I’m sitting on a bench in the hallway, near the courtroom I’ve spent every morning in for the last three months, covering a domestic violence trial, trying to come up with the lead for my story: “A domestic violent abuser receives a (not) guilty verdict…” or “After a (???)-hour deliberation, the jury issues a (not) guilty verdict in the domestic violence case”? The second version sounds more active and forceful, so I’ll probably send that one in.
Lana V LynxPublished a day ago in Criminal