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The Slug that Esther Halted
I shot dad square in the heart yet he didn't bite the dust. That damn book of scriptures he conveyed with him saved his life. I was extensive fortunate that daddy had his current hatchet, and that he kept it sharp. I got it. It was something weighty, so I swung energetically and put it directly through his head. Seein' his minds made me hurl. I moved away so it wouldn't get on father. That sounds rude.
Bill Tomno KipkemoiPublished 11 months ago in CriminalThe Twisted Tale of Denali Brehmer and the Catfishing Killer
An 18-year-old woman, Denali Brehmer from Alaska was deceived by a man she met online, who lived almost 4,000 miles away. As a result, she convinced her best friend to accompany her to a well-known trailhead and carried out a plan to commit murder in exchange for a promise of millions.
Rare StoriesPublished 11 months ago in CriminalThe Golden State Killer: Joseph James DeAngelo Jr.
Joseph James DeAngelo Jr pleaded guilty to 13 counts of kidnapping and 13 counts of murder (including murder under special circumstances during burglary and rape) in 2020 at the age of 74. However, he is responsible for many more crimes he could not be prosecuted of due to the statute of limitations.
Shauna MullenPublished 11 months ago in CriminalAssassin, The most feared name of death
The history of assassins dates back to ancient times and encompasses a wide range of cultures and civilizations. The term "assassin" itself originated from the medieval order known as the Hashashin, a secretive group that operated during the 11th to 13th centuries. Here is a brief history of assassins:
Faisal BilalPublished 11 months ago in CriminalLife imitates art, from aspiring actor to gang member.
You might not know this actor’s name, but you’ll definitely remember his most memorable scene in John Singleton’s Boyz N The Hood. The scene I’m talking about is when Ricky, played by Morris Chestnut, gets gunned down by a Crenshaw Mafia Gangsters Bloods member, played by Lloyd Fernandez Avery II. If it’s still not clear, the actor turned gang member, I'm talking about is Lloyd. If you haven’t seen this Oscar-nominated classic, about growing up in South Central Los Angeles, during the late 80s/early 90s. I’d suggest you watch it.
fredi schokkerPublished 11 months ago in CriminalThe Tragic Story of Christina Yuan Lee
Christina Yuan Lee was a 35-year-old Asian-American who had recently moved to New York City from New Jersey in 2021. She was a senior creative producer at digital music platform Splice and had graduated from Rutgers University. Unfortunately, on February 14, 2022, Lee became the victim of a brutal and senseless crime.
Rare StoriesPublished 11 months ago in CriminalHe created a Hotel To Murder People, Check-In to Death
In the year 1894, the city of Chicago trembled as the doors of a sinister building known as the "Murder Castle" were finally pried open by the police. Within its darkened halls, a macabre labyrinth of death and terror awaited discovery. Rooms with movable walls, chutes leading to vats of acid, and hidden corridors filled with lethal contraptions painted a chilling picture of the deeds committed by one man—Henry Howard Holmes, a real-life embodiment of evil.
The Tragic Tale of Deja Jenkins: Unveiling the Dark Side of a Deceptive Relationship
In Part 1 of this tragic story, we learned that on the morning of November 25th, Dejah returned to Lowell with her daughter and visited Leonard's Place. She was initially supposed to return to her family in Boston that evening for a Thanksgiving dinner, which she was extremely excited about, as it would be her daughter's first Thanksgiving celebration.
Tonia RuckerPublished 11 months ago in CriminalA Dance with shadows
Part 1: The Heist The moon hung low over the city as darkness blanketed its streets. In the heart of downtown, a group of skilled criminals prepared for their most audacious heist yet. Led by the enigmatic mastermind known as "The Maestro," this crew of specialists had a reputation for executing flawless and daring crimes.
34 Rajnish kumarPublished 11 months ago in CriminalThe Mysterious End of Kathleen Dawn West
Kathleen "Kat" Dawn West, a stay-at-home mom, was discovered dead from head injuries caused by blunt force trauma on January 13, 2018 in the early hours of the morning. Her body, partially unclothed, was found across the street from her residence in Calera, Alabama.
Rare StoriesPublished 11 months ago in CriminalThe Mysterious Poisoning of Mary Yoder: Unraveling the Truth
Dr. William Yoder and his wife, a 60-year-old chiropractor, Mary Yoder, were running a successful practice in upstate New York. However, Mary Yoder began to suspect that she had contracted a stomach bug when she became ill one evening in July 2015 and spent the night vomiting.
Rare StoriesPublished 12 months ago in CriminalHow Lori Poland Nearly Lost Her Life To A Predator
The abduction of Lori Poland On August 22, 1983, Richard and Diane Poland were spending time at their home in Sheridan, Colorado with their two young children, a 5-year-old boy, and their daughter Lori, who had just turned three. While Richard was watching the children play, Lori asked for a popsicle to help cool off from the hot summer day. When Richard went inside to retrieve the popsicles, he returned to find Lori missing and her pants left on the curb.
Rare StoriesPublished 12 months ago in Criminal