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From OJ onward, explore the less glamorous side of celebrity life and famous faces accused, vindicated and convicted.
The Scammer Who Sold The Eiffel Tower (Twice)
Once upon a time, in the world's most notorious high-security prison, Alcatraz, a man named Victor Lustig was making headlines. Victor had recently been captured for running a large-scale counterfeit banknote operation, a scheme so massive that it posed a serious threat to the entire economy. But this fraud was only one of Victor's many notorious scams. He was a master of get-rich-quick schemes and possibly the most dangerous and successful con man the world had ever seen. However, what Victor would be remembered for above all else was his audacious act of selling the Eiffel Tower not once, but twice. This is the incredible true story of how a petty thief became the most wanted man in the world.
Franck SenpxPublished 11 months ago in CriminalInside The Mysterious Disappearance of American TV Ancho, Jodi Huisentruit.
Jodi Sue Huisentruit was employed as a television news anchor at KIMT, the CBS affiliate located in Mason City, Iowa. She vanished in the wee hours of June 27, 1995, shortly after informing a co-worker that she had overslept and would be tardy for her job. Evidence of a scuffle outside her residence suggests that Huisentruit may have been kidnapped.
Rare StoriesPublished 11 months ago in Criminal"Betrayal and Bloodshed: The Diane Downs Case"
It was May 19, 1983, Oregon, USA. A hospital named Williamette was there for a long period, It was a normal day in the hospital as usual, The time is exactly 10 at night, The nurse finished her job and came out of the hospital to get a taxi, When the nurse was waiting, she noticed that a car was coming fastly towards the hospital, Before she realised what was happening, It crossed her with a loud horn and entered the emergency unit, Now seeing this, the nurse also went towards the emergency area, Now a lady opened the door and got down, Blood was dripping from her left hand and was crying for help, And the nurse asked her who she is, and what happened to her, For that she said her name is Diane Downs and when she was coming in the car with her three children, In an isolated place with no human traffic, A stranger came infront of our car, And with the key in my hand I got down from the car, And the stranger asked me my car, And the second I said no, He shooted all my children at the back seat, Then I throwed my key away, So that stranger shot my left hand and went to take the key, So using that time I escaped with the car, Now 9 years old Christie, 7 years old Cheryl and 3 year old danny was rescued, And was taken into the hospital by the staffs, And Diane asked the nurse to call 911 and media, And the nurse immediately called the police and the police came there in a while, Now the doctors who checked the children said that cheryl died before she came to the hospital, And 3 year old Danny was paralysed below hip, And 9 year old christie was affected and lost the ability to speak, Now the police who came to the hospital started investigating Diane, Diane also said the same thing to the police as she said to the nurse, And the police asked how the stranger looked like, For that Diane said he had a lot of hair like Psycho, And said that he suddenly came out of no where and blocked the car, At the same time when police was talking to Diane, Diane was informed about her kids, Diane was heartbroken about Cheryl's death, Police started their investigation, And Diane was also given treatment since she was injured in her left hand, But the things happened after that made the entire Americans shocked, So what happened in this case?
suresh jeevaPublished 11 months ago in CriminalFamous murder case that changed America
Introduction: One of American history's most important and fascinating trials was the O.J. Simpson murder case. The murder trial of former football star O.J. Simpson, accused of killing his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ronald Goldman, captivated the nation in 1994 and 1995. Many underlying social problems, including racism, domestic violence, the influence of celebrities, and media sensationalism, were pushed to the forefront by this high-profile case.
Olivia georgePublished 11 months ago in CriminalPablo Escobar: The "Robin Hood" of Narcos or Ruthless Criminal?
Content: 1. Intro 2. Financial Hardship & Relationship 3. Ambitions of Escobar 4. Early Crimes 5. The Medellín Cartel 6. Plata O Plomo 7. Hike in business & US 8. Lifestyle & Philanthropy 9. Short-Lived Political Career 10. Avianca Flight 203 11. La Catedral 12. Final Standoff & Death 13. Aftermath 14. Support Message & sponsor
TimeTrailsPublished 11 months ago in CriminalBlade's Redemption
Chapter 1: The Ambush The city of Avalon was known for its criminal underbelly, ruled by the notorious crime lord, Victor "Viper" Malone. But amidst the chaos, a lone figure emerged, seeking redemption and justice. His name was Blade, a former assassin haunted by his violent past.
Jeffrey Epstein
The infamous story of Jeffrey Epstein continues to shock and disturb the public. Born in Brooklyn in 1953, Epstein climbed his way up the social ladder and became a financial manager for high-profile individuals, including Leslie Wexner, the founder of Victoria's Secret. However, his wealth and influence eventually led to his downfall when he was arrested in 2019 for sex trafficking minors. He died in his jail cell while in custody, with many questions still lingering about his alleged crimes and the powerful individuals who may have been involved.
Synthetic NexusPublished 11 months ago in CriminalInside Nigeria
I would really like to create great awareness to the world about what we pass through in Nigeria. When I say we I am referring to people like me without connections non Hausa/Muslim.
Gift IdundunPublished 11 months ago in CriminalA lawyer gives up their practice to move across the country with someone half their age.
Once a bustling courtroom was now a mere memory for Benjamin Williams, a seasoned lawyer who had spent years building his reputation. He had tirelessly fought for justice, navigating the intricacies of the legal system with grace and intelligence. However, despite his success, there was an emptiness in his heart that no courtroom victory could fill.
AleezaBalochPublished 11 months ago in CriminalPope Francis fills the 'supreme court' of the Vatican.
Pope Francis has recently made significant changes to the Vatican City State by appointing new judges to its Court of cassation, also known as the "supreme court." These appointments are part of the pope's ongoing efforts to overhaul the Vatican's constitutional framework and to separate governance from ecclesiastical operations. However, the appointment of cardinals without legal backgrounds to the court has raised concerns about their ability to effectively handle the complex caseload of Vatican City's criminal courts.
This frat boy did the unthinkable (*MATURE AUDIENCES ONLY*)
Brett Ryan, a charismatic and friendly 26-year-old man living in Toronto, Canada, had a seemingly perfect exterior. Known for his charming smile and volunteer work at children's hospitals and community centers, he appeared to be a promising young man. However, behind the scenes, Brett was struggling with his life. He had dropped out of college, accumulated over $60,000 in debt, and was only able to find a part-time job as a house painter.
Franck SenpxPublished 11 months ago in CriminalTop 3 stories that sound fake but are 100% real
In 1956, the SS Andrea Doria, Italy's largest and safest ship, collided with the SS Stockholm due to misinterpretation of radar signals in heavy fog. Edward Morgan, a news correspondent, reported the story without revealing that his daughter, Linda Morgan, was on board the Andrea Doria. Linda miraculously survived after being dragged into the Stockholm's wreckage on a bed. Edward later shared his daughter's survival story and the emotional burden he carried.
Franck SenpxPublished 11 months ago in Criminal