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Black hand
The Black Hand, also known as the "Una Mano Nera" or "La Mano Nera" was a criminal society active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, primarily among Italian immigrants in the United States. The society was known for extortion and other racketeering activities, and the use of the "black hand" symbol in its communications to victims.
Mahendrarajah MithusharanPublished about a year ago in CriminalMuch-Needed Change
She knew the passcode by heart. The numbers had been ingrained in her mind, tied to her soul, for ten years, and she knew she would never forget them. Eleven. Zero, four. Thirteen.
Bree SettlePublished about a year ago in CriminalHow Megan Hess and Her mother, Shirley Koch Sold Body Parts
Megan Hess seemed to help the people in her town of Montrose, Colorado, for eight years as the owner of a local funeral home. But her clients didn't know that she was selling body parts of their loved ones, charging them for cremations that never happened, and giving them random sets of ashes instead of their loved ones' remains.
Rare StoriesPublished about a year ago in CriminalThe Mysterious Disappearance Of Tiffany Whitton
One case of missing people I’ve studied for quite some time is the mystery surrounding the disappearance of Tiffany Whitton.
Ten of the Strangest Criminal Acts of 2022
Ten of the Strangest Criminal Acts of 2022 There is no escaping crime; all that can be done is try to keep it under control. In today's world, there are so many regulations that it's simple to break them without even realising it. From jaywalking to murder and everything in between, there are many different types of crime. And occasionally, criminal behaviour is peculiar. Crimes can be committed in the most strange manner, such as by dashing across the field during a football game or by dressing up as a clown and conducting armed robbery. Some of the most bizarre crimes imaginable have only occurred in the past year. Naturally, there is a "Florida guy" story as well as a "Florida lady" story. Let's go on to the ten strangest crimes of 2022.
Paul SmithPublished about a year ago in CriminalLife Begins at Your Murder
The US Supreme Court recently struck down a law regarding abortion that has been in place for 50 years. Do you kill a child or allow nature to take its course?
Thomas EgelhoffPublished about a year ago in Criminal"The Tragic Story of the Liverpool Black Widows: The Unfair Trial and Execution of Catherine and Margaret Flannagan"
In the late 1800s, two sisters, Catherine and Margaret Flannagan, were convicted of murder in Liverpool, England and were subsequently hanged. They were known as the "Black Widows" because they were accused of poisoning their husbands for insurance money. The sisters' case captured the attention of the public and was widely covered in the media at the time. However, many people argue that the sisters were innocent and that the evidence against them was largely circumstantial. Their trial and execution have been heavily criticized for its lack of proper representation and for the judge being biased. This case raises serious questions about the fairness of the legal system and the dangers of rushing to judgment. This story is a reminder of the importance of a fair trial and proper legal representation for those accused of serious crimes. This paper will examine the evidence, the trial and its aftermath, providing a detailed account of the events that led to the sisters' conviction and execution, and will also examine the controversy surrounding their case and the possibility that they were innocent.
Jayme Closs Was Abducted By A Loner Who Killed Her Parents
Jake Thomas Patterson, who was 21 at the time, took Jayme Lynn Closs, who was 13, from her family's home in Barron, Wisconsin, on October 15, 2018. At 12:53 a.m., he forced his way into the house and shot her parents to death.
Rare StoriesPublished about a year ago in CriminalTop 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys in Downey
With a proven track record of success, these criminal defense attorneys handle a wide range of misdemeanor and felony criminal cases. The attorneys, who are well-versed in the law, carefully review evidence to gain a thorough understanding of the situation.
Kristine JerryPublished about a year ago in CriminalTop 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys in Whittier
From offices throughout Southern California, they provide legal representation to clients involved in cases involving a variety of different types of cases including - possession of controlled substances, assault and battery, vandalism and graffiti-related crimes, theft crimes such as embezzlement and shoplifting, driving under the influence (DUI), drug offenses and white collar crimes such as identity theft and fraud.
Kristine JerryPublished about a year ago in CriminalIsrael Keyes and Edmund Kemper
Israel Keyes was an infamous American serial killer and bank robber whose criminal activities spanned the entire United States. Despite his extensive criminal history, relatively little is known about his personal life or motives. In 2018, Keyes tragically took his own life in his Anchorage, Alaska, jail cell, abruptly ending an FBI investigation into at least 11 murders of people across the country.
Wayne Williams and Joel Rifkin
Wayne Williams was a controversial figure in the 1980s, as his name has been linked to two of the most mysterious and shocking unsolved homicides in the history of the United States: the Atlanta Child Murders. From 1979 to 1981, a total of 28 African American children, teenagers and young adults were brutally murdered around the Atlanta area. Eventually, these gruesome slayings and the subsequent police investigation led investigators to one man: Wayne Williams.