investigation
Whodunnit, and why? All about criminal investigations and the forensic methods used to search for clues and collect evidence to get to the bottom of the crime.
The Sunday Detective Club
Five people in the sleepy village of Willowbrook, where retirement was the standard, were desperate for one final adventure. These were retired individuals who had dedicated their life to developing distinctive abilities, and they were eager to apply them. They formed a detective club every Sunday, meeting in the comfortable confines of Willowbrook Retirement Center with the goal of cracking the cold cases that had bewildered the local police for years.
By Tinyiko Shitlhangu3 years ago in Criminal
Delaware Teen Gunned Down; School Family Mourns Again
Poems read by mothers while their children lay horizontally in boxes can be hard to take. It’s especially hard when the same community must endure the elimination of another life. Mother of Kaylee Robinson, 18, Danielle Hammond addressed the Laurel High School in Delaware with her writings. With a declaration for justice to be delivered to the evildoers who snatched her son’s life away, she stood strong.
By Skyler Saunders3 years ago in Criminal
Ethics and the Death Penalty
In January 2020, the state of Georgia carried out the execution of Donnie Cleveland Lance, convicted of murdering his ex-wife and her boyfriend in 1997. Lance's case was far from straightforward, however. At the heart of it was a fierce debate about the death penalty itself, issues of mental competency, and the anguish of the victims’ loved ones.
By Victor Pope3 years ago in Criminal
Echoes of Privilege
In December 2014, a tragic event shocked the Episcopal Diocese of Maryland and the larger community when cyclist Tom Palermo lost his life in a hit-and-run accident. The driver who initially fled the scene was Heather Cook, an ordained Bishop in the church. This case raised difficult questions about justice, forgiveness, accountability, and the examination of conscience.
By Victor Pope3 years ago in Criminal
Ladies - be cautious in Tamarindo - potential human trafficking. Content Warning.
A story of caution. This was a key word -potential- “bad” situation that I was able to get out of in Tamarindo. Yesterday was at the beach for the first time with my husband. Went for a walk to look at the shells as it was low tide. In my bikini, nothing else with me. Man yells from the top of the beach down at me as I’m walking. I have a drink and my hand and motion it as a cheers and keep walking. He approaches me as I move up the beach and starts talking. Most locals are kind and usually offering a service on the beach so I figure he is doing the same.
By sagar dhital3 years ago in Criminal
Justice or Overreach?
Despite widespread objections, Kansas enacted a law in the '90s authorizing the state to detain sex offenders beyond the end of their criminal sentences. The underlying premise: protecting the general public, with children at the forefront, from future sexual assault. But did the law succeed? The law targeted offenders deemed “sexually violent predators” enabling the state to detain them in mental institutions.
By Victor Pope3 years ago in Criminal
Unintended Homicide to Death Row
Rickie Lee Fowler's path to death row began long before he lit the match that sparked one of the most destructive wildfires in California history. By examining his traumatic childhood and violent history, we gain insight into how he became capable of such reckless cruelty.
By Victor Pope3 years ago in Criminal
Where is Karlie Lain Gusé?
Karlie Lain Gusé was born on May 13th, 2002, to Zachary Gusé and Lindsay Fairley. She was the second child born to the couple, who already had a son, Kane. The couple divorced when Karlie was just a few years old, with Lindsay obtaining full custody of the two children. It is reported that Lindsay and Zach remained amicable, and that the children would regularly see their father.
By Armchair Detective3 years ago in Criminal
Costa Palmas Scandal: Investigating Jason Grosfeld's Role in the Alleged Civil Conspiracy Scheme
Introduction: A Paradise Marred by Scandal Costa Palmas, a haven of tranquility on Mexico's Baja California coast, was recently thrust into the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. The peace of this picturesque paradise was shattered when allegations of civil conspiracy surfaced, implicating Jason Grosfeld, a once-respected figure in the community and son of prominent Blackrock Shareholder James Grosfeld. This news story series dives deep into the Costa Palmas scandal, investigating Jason Grosfeld's alleged role in the civil conspiracy scheme, examining the evidence, and exploring the potential consequences of these damning accusations.
By Muddasar Rasheed3 years ago in Criminal
Unexpected Maritime Crimes & Mysteries Uncovered
The enormous and unpredictable oceans of the planet have long captivated and terrified people. For generations, tales of shipwrecks, pirates, and buried treasures have captivated our imaginations, yet behind the surface of these marine tales lay horrific true crime storylines that continue to captivate us. In this post, we will take a look at some of the most intriguing nautical mysteries and murders that have occurred on the high seas.
By Anisah Suhailah3 years ago in Criminal
