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Clean Kill
Once there was a legend of this hitman (a hired assassin), one who became infamous among the dark web, he was precise and always discreet. Nobody knew his real identity, only that he disguised himself as a janitor. One who changed his appearance very often, he's had every colour of hair, styled it in completely different ways, from a skinhead to long shoulder length and everything in-between. He's even changed his eye contact colours with different facial hairstyles to really make himself unrecognisable from job to job. The man even went so far as to consistently change his own body weight, he'd make himself obese, scrawny and even hit the gym to gain huge muscle mass. Some suspected him of getting plastic surgery every so often. All of which, was just to keep his true identity a complete secret. Nobody ever knew his name, he was only referred to as "The Cleaner". Rumours said, he was not one man, but many; a group of assassins who all used a janitor disguise to sneak into office buildings and get close to their targets, such as CEOs for huge corporate businesses. There have been many cases where "The Janitor" whoever he (or they) may be, has been spotted on CCTV moments before the killed corpse of a business man has been found, he's typically found polishing or hovering up nearby the crime scene, as if making sure his body is found and that he can claim he had nothing to do with it. Of course, this has happened a few too many times throughout the many years, since this bizarre series of murders first took place in 2011.
By Joseph Roy Wright2 years ago in Criminal
The Penny Murders
Nothing screams luck better than finding an expensive penny on the street, it is a diamond in the rough, a nice surprise that you can spend at the candy shop. Although it isn't much to adults, for a child it's like finding an Easter egg. However, not all tales of lost pennies are of good fortune. Sometimes they can be an omen of bad luck or misfortune, especially if that coin is found upon the eyes of a decomposing corpse! Yes, that right; back in 1912, there was a particularly strange case of murders within the city of London, where the mystery killer lay copper coins over the eyes of his victims. This was a common practice at the time, where to honour the dead, we used to place coins over their eyes at open casket funerals. Well, some sick individual decided to use that as their very own calling card. This killer soon became known as "The Undertaker" among the streets of London, this legend would become infamous alongside the names of Jack The Ripper, The Zodiac Killer and so many others. The most unfortunate thing about The Undertaker, was that whoever he or she was, they were never ever caught! However, there are a number of tales that depict this mysterious murderer, told from those who survived close encounters with this notorious creep.
By Joseph Roy Wright2 years ago in Criminal
Getting Rid of Evidence. Content Warning.
"Now what, Dude?" Red squealed like the baby he was. "Now what, now what, now what? Will you shut the fuck up and let me think."
By Tina D'Angelo2 years ago in Criminal
The Diamond of Tonga. Runner-up in Overboard Challenge. Content Warning.
“This is the life, Reb,” Seth said, resting. “Mhm,” Rebecca replied, nestling herself deeper into the lounge chair with him.
By Noah Husband2 years ago in Criminal
The Mystery of the Missing Teacup Poodle
Prologue The Max Flummox series revolves around flummoxed private detective Max Flummox, who has attention deficit disorder, and his bumbling but loyal assistant Benny Bloop, who is prone to malapproprisms and getting himself into awkward situations. They investigate mysteries, hoping to give those who need it a boost.
By Michelle Liew Tsui-Lin2 years ago in Criminal
The Intersection of crime and investment : A New Breed of detective
In the complex universe of money, where fortunes are made and lost with the flick of a computerized switch, another variety of analyst is arising. They are not your run of the mill investigators, furnished with amplifying glasses and raincoats. All things being equal, they employ calculation sheets and information examination apparatuses, their landmark not the faintly lit roads but rather the splendidly lit passageways of corporate power. These are the examiners of monetary wrongdoing, a thriving field where the stakes are essentially as high as any wrongdoing show.
By sanjeevan2 years ago in Criminal
Rape
A few million years back, there was a planet in a faraway galaxy where creatures lived in groups. These creatures were learning to be organized, and most of them had developed sophisticated manners. However, some were unwilling to change their ways due to their attachment to primitive history and instincts of biological mandates, topped with ignorance and a superiority complex. This conditioning was favored by biased observations and learnings. As time went on, evolution improved their physiques, and, unfortunately thier innocent minds, they became adept at cleverness. They learned to manipulate one another, convincing each other that they were good creatures with no attachment to their primitive past by acting sophisticated and following norms and trends. In public, they portrayed themselves as the most perfect creatures, but once in isolation, their thoughts and behavior reverted to their primitive (biological) nature. This led to a widespread belief among them on social level that they had surpassed their primitiveness and had become socially liberal. But surprisingly, crimes rooted in primitiveness did not decrease. Deaths continued to occur through brutal methods. This two-faced lifestyle made everything hypocritical, and the formation of a good society started to collapse due to increased insecurity among the creatures, primarily because of this two-faced behavior. They began to lose their sense of trust and became selfish. Those creatures who had initially intended to stay good also had to change in the end. The creatures who mastered this two-faced behavior started to gain more power and authority, promoting such behavior throughout society, as they were the best at fooling others. Even those creatures living in small groups began to live in fear and jealousy of their own group members while pretending to love each other. Life reverted to survival mode from living mode, albeit in a modern trap. Throughout this time, the creatures mentioned earlier—those clinging to their base instincts and superiority complex—also continued to evolve. They managed to attain good looks, but mentally they were as sick as their primitive ancestors, with their superiority complex spiraling out of control in thier mind. These sophisticated creatures became the root cause of crimes, which carried a flavor of creativity and cleverness. Those who lacked sophistication became brutal and heinous criminals. The Root of a Sick Mind A sick body can be cured more easily than a sick mind. The root of this sick mind is the actual criminal. And it doesn’t necessarily have to be a creature—it can be any conditioning. Categories of Criminals: 1. Ignorant and Extreme Instant Gratifier: Acts impulsively without considering the consequences, driven by basic desires. 2. Clever, Sophisticated, and Sweet Actor: Deceives others with charm, hiding their true intentions behind a polished façade. 3. Combination of 1 and 2: A dangerous blend of impulsive behavior and calculated manipulation. 4. A Certain Mix of 1 and 2: Unpredictable, with traits that shift between impulsivity and cunning, making them difficult to read. Self-Reflection: Which of these are you in your clever mind? Perhaps every human is a potential criminal in their thoughts. It's so fearful to think right? But what do you do to punish your mind when it promotes something that isn’t fair to think? That’s what makes the difference. Every human have some thoughts that not good for healthy mind, hence in that very instant of thought just do a self reflection. If I was the victim, how would I felt and suffered... Physical punishment for crime is not enough; the real punishment is to make the criminal realize that what they did was fundamentally unfair and that all their justifications were just lies they used to deceive themselves. They need to understand just how foolish they’ve been since thier childhood. Biased, ignorant, caged, influenced, and lost in fantasies —this is the birth place and time of a criminal.
By No Loxic2 years ago in Criminal
Locked Door - 8. The Long Road to Recovery [end]. AI-Generated.
Days had passed since the night of terror, but for Emily, it felt like only moments. The events of that night lingered in her mind like a storm cloud, casting a shadow over everything she did. The campus had returned to its usual rhythm, students going about their daily lives, but for Emily and her friends, nothing felt normal anymore.
By Moran Fusheng2 years ago in Criminal
Locked Door - 7. Fractured Reflections. AI-Generated.
The morning sun cast a pale light over the campus, washing everything in a soft, almost ethereal glow. The events of the night seemed like a distant memory, but the tension in the air was still palpable. Emily and Hannah sat in the small room, the fatigue from the night’s ordeal weighing heavily on them. The officers had left them alone for now, promising to return with more information once things had settled down.
By Moran Fusheng2 years ago in Criminal
Locked Door - 6. A Nightmare Revealed. AI-Generated.
As the first rays of dawn began to pierce the night sky, casting an eerie glow over the campus, Emily’s exhaustion weighed heavily on her. The adrenaline that had fueled her throughout the night was fading, leaving behind a bone-deep weariness. The warmth of the blanket the police had given her offered little comfort against the chill that had settled in her bones.
By Moran Fusheng2 years ago in Criminal
Locked Door - 5. A Glimmer of Hope. AI-Generated.
The grove of trees provided little comfort as Emily and Hannah huddled together, their breath coming in short, ragged gasps. The chill of the night air seeped through their thin clothing, but it was the fear that kept them shivering. The dormitory loomed ominously in the distance, a dark silhouette against the cloudy night sky, and every rustle of the leaves around them made Emily jump.
By Moran Fusheng2 years ago in Criminal
Locked Door - 4. The Suffocating Night. AI-Generated.
The oppressive darkness seemed to swallow the room whole, leaving Emily and Hannah feeling completely isolated, as if they were the last two people left in the world. The only sound was the faint, irregular breathing of both girls, each breath a struggle as they tried to keep their fear at bay. The door had closed, but the sense of danger remained, hanging in the air like a thick fog.
By Moran Fusheng2 years ago in Criminal