fact or fiction
Is it fact or merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the myths and beliefs we hold about copycat killers, eyewitnesses testimony, what makes a murderer and more.
The Corpse Code
In the neon glare of Sector 12, rain sluiced off high glass towers and trickled into narrow alleys where secrets lay in wait. Detective Mira Han zipped her leather coat up to her chin, her cybernetic eye scanning through data streams only she could see.
By Said Hameedabout a year ago in Criminal
Ashes of the Innocent
The wind carried the scent of burning wood and something far more bitter—ashes of the innocent. A grey haze hovered over the ruined village of Elmsreach, where homes once stood proudly, gardens bloomed with lavender, and children’s laughter echoed through cobbled streets. Now, silence ruled. A heavy, accusatory silence that weighed on the shoulders of the lone survivor.
By Said Hameedabout a year ago in Criminal
Poison in the Prayer Book
The year was 1523, and the air in the Abbey of Saint Margaret was thick with the scent of incense and damp stone. Tucked high in the Cotswold Hills, the abbey had weathered the storms of kings and commoners alike. Within its cloistered walls, the brothers followed the Benedictine rule, their days marked by silence, prayer, and routine.
By Said Hameedabout a year ago in Criminal
When Justice Fails
Justice is supposed to protect the innocent and punish the guilty. But sometimes, the system that promises fairness delivers something else entirely—misjudgment, bias, and irreversible consequences. Every time an innocent person is convicted of a crime they didn’t commit, it sends shockwaves not only through their life but through the entire framework of trust we place in the courts. These aren’t just headlines. These are real stories of wrongful convictions that show what happens when justice fails—and why it matters for all of us.
By Muhammad Asimabout a year ago in Criminal
How a Small Town Covered Up a Major Crime
Small towns often carry a reputation for charm, closeness, and quiet streets. But sometimes, behind that peaceful surface lies something darker—secrets people are willing to bury to protect their own. In many places, it’s not the size of the crime that determines justice, but the power of those involved and the fear of shattering the town’s image. I never expected to witness it firsthand, but I did. And what I saw changed how I see justice forever. This is the story of how a small town covered up a major crime—and why no one ever talks about it.
By Muhammad Asimabout a year ago in Criminal
The Jessica Lal Murder: When Power Pulled the Trigger
**Hello guys, my name is Asad Taizai and welcome back to another case study with me.** On the night of **29th April 1999**, a crime occurred that involved some of the most powerful people in the country. And as we all know, when it comes to power, the scales of justice often tip in favor of the influential. There seems to be a different law for common people and a completely different one for the rich and politically backed. I'm not just saying this without basis—we all remember the **Pune Porsche case**, the **Jiah Khan case**, and the **RG Kar Medical case** where money and power were used either to delay justice or deny it entirely.
By 🕵️♂️ True Crime Enthusiast | Storyteller of the Dark Side 🔍about a year ago in Criminal
Dead Man’s Silence
Fog drifted in low across the marshlands, curling around gnarled cypress roots like pale, skeletal fingers. The town of Eddings Hollow lay beyond the mire, tucked away like a secret too terrible to speak aloud. It was the kind of place that wasn’t on maps anymore—not because it had been forgotten, but because people wanted it that way.
By Said Hameedabout a year ago in Criminal
The Widow’s Ledger
Rain fell in icy sheets as Detective Mara Voss stepped onto the crumbling porch of the old Ashbury estate. The town of Greystone had nearly forgotten about Eleanor Hargrave — the reclusive widow of the late Charles Hargrave, a banker who’d drowned mysteriously in 1993. Nearly three decades later, Eleanor was found dead in her parlor, a glass of sherry in her hand and a dusty leather-bound ledger on her lap.
By Said Hameedabout a year ago in Criminal
The Empire Crumbles: Diddy’s Dark Reign Exposed as Jury Deliberates His Fate
The air in the federal courthouse hung thick with a palpable tension, heavier than any bassline Diddy ever dropped. After seven weeks of harrowing testimony, graphic details, and a shocking glimpse into a world of alleged depravity, the fate of Sean "Diddy" Combs now rests in the hands of twelve jurors. As of this Monday morning, June 30, 2025, the jury has retreated behind closed doors, tasked with weighing evidence that could send one of hip-hop’s most iconic figures to prison for life. The very notion sends shivers down the spine of an industry once dominated by his seemingly unshakeable influence.
By Kelly Munala Brookesabout a year ago in Criminal
A Killer’s Confession
The first snow of the season had just begun to fall when Detective Lila Grant stepped into the interrogation room. The harsh fluorescent light buzzed above, casting long shadows over the man seated across from her. He was calm—too calm for someone who had just turned himself in.
By Said Hameedabout a year ago in Criminal
The Monster of Lahore: Javed Iqbal and the 100 Boys
Writer: Asad Taizai **The Sickening Case of Javed Iqbal** In the year 1999, Javed Iqbal went on an unprecedented spree of vicious killings. In just 6 months, 100 boys vanished—murdered and mutilated by the monster named Javed Iqbal. One hundred murders. Six months. This is the terrifying story of how it happened.
By 🕵️♂️ True Crime Enthusiast | Storyteller of the Dark Side 🔍about a year ago in Criminal
