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UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Murder investigation after teenager stabbed to death in seaside town

A 19-year-old man was stabbed to death in Whitstable, prompting a murder investigation by Kent Police.
fromIndependent
6 days ago
UK news

From nerd to cold killer: colleague of murderer Stephen McCullagh reveals chilling transformation of monster he thought he knew

London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Three arrested after man's body found in wheelie bin

Three people arrested on suspicion of murder after a man's body discovered in a wheelie bin near Coventry park; victim's identity and cause of death remain under investigation.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Woman's death in home prompts murder investigation

A 71-year-old woman died from significant injuries at a Hounslow home; murder investigation launched with no arrests made.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Murder investigation after teenager stabbed to death in seaside town

A 19-year-old man was stabbed to death in Whitstable, prompting a murder investigation by Kent Police.
fromIndependent
6 days ago
UK news

From nerd to cold killer: colleague of murderer Stephen McCullagh reveals chilling transformation of monster he thought he knew

London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Three arrested after man's body found in wheelie bin

Three people arrested on suspicion of murder after a man's body discovered in a wheelie bin near Coventry park; victim's identity and cause of death remain under investigation.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Woman's death in home prompts murder investigation

A 71-year-old woman died from significant injuries at a Hounslow home; murder investigation launched with no arrests made.
#murder
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
1 day ago

Man charged with murder in shooting death of 7-month-old baby

A man has been charged with multiple counts of murder in the fatal shooting of 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore in Brooklyn.
Law
fromABA Journal
2 days ago

15 attorney killings remain unsolved, Baja California Bar Association says

Fifteen attorney killings in Baja California remain unsolved, raising concerns about safety and police response.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

'Not fit for purpose' - the secret history of a deadly phrase

The phrase 'not fit for purpose' originated from a 2006 memo by Sir David Normington regarding the Home Office's inefficiencies.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Five Met officers taken off duty after weapons find

Five Metropolitan Police officers removed from front-line duties after firearms and a Taser were found on a London street.
#funeral-home
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 days ago

NY funeral parlor of horrors named 'Camelot' stacked decaying bodies like cargo while ripping off grieving family members: AG

A New York funeral home operated illegally, mishandling bodies and overcharging families, leading to a criminal indictment against its owner.
US news
fromGothamist
3 days ago

Unlicensed NY funeral director kept decomposing bodies, prosecutors say

A Long Island man faces felony charges for operating an unlicensed funeral home with decomposing bodies and defrauding grieving families.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 days ago

NY funeral parlor of horrors named 'Camelot' stacked decaying bodies like cargo while ripping off grieving family members: AG

A New York funeral home operated illegally, mishandling bodies and overcharging families, leading to a criminal indictment against its owner.
US news
fromGothamist
3 days ago

Unlicensed NY funeral director kept decomposing bodies, prosecutors say

A Long Island man faces felony charges for operating an unlicensed funeral home with decomposing bodies and defrauding grieving families.
#homicide
fromsfist.com
2 days ago
Boston food

Homicide Suspect Arrested Five Months After East Bay Jail Released Him By Mistake

California
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

DNA on cigarette links suspect to 'brutal' San Rafael homicide cold case, solving 1966 murder

A 60-year-old homicide case was solved using DNA evidence from cigarette butts, identifying James Switzer as the suspect in Marjorie Rudolph's murder.
fromSFGATE
3 days ago
East Bay (California)

Married Bay Area man accused of 3rd killing to be with girlfriend

fromsfist.com
2 days ago
Boston food

Homicide Suspect Arrested Five Months After East Bay Jail Released Him By Mistake

California
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

DNA on cigarette links suspect to 'brutal' San Rafael homicide cold case, solving 1966 murder

A 60-year-old homicide case was solved using DNA evidence from cigarette butts, identifying James Switzer as the suspect in Marjorie Rudolph's murder.
fromSFGATE
3 days ago
East Bay (California)

Married Bay Area man accused of 3rd killing to be with girlfriend

US news
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

New DNA testing confirms serial killer Ted Bundy killed a Utah teen in 1974

New DNA testing confirmed Ted Bundy killed 17-year-old Laura Ann Aime in 1974, linking him to another unsolved murder.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

How a 'trans panic' defense changed the outcome of two murders

D. F. McLaughlin's murder in 1986 highlights the dangers of transphobia and remains a significant yet overlooked case in the fight for justice.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Ontario announces inquest into death of Regis Korchinski-Paquet | CBC News

An inquest will investigate the circumstances of Regis Korchinski-Paquet's death after she fell from a balcony while police were present.
SF parents
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

3 state troopers plead not guilty to charges connected to death of recruit after boxing match

Three State Police members pleaded not guilty in the death of a recruit from unsafe training practices.
Careers
fromSecuritymagazine
3 days ago

Beyond the Certificate: Why Real Expertise in Investigative Interviewing Comes from Practice

Training and certifications signal competence, but true effectiveness in investigative interviewing requires disciplined application and real-world experience.
#queens
fromGothamist
1 week ago
New York City

Fire deaths ruled a homicide at Queens building with history of gambling, illegal units

New York City
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Fire deaths ruled a homicide at Queens building with history of gambling, illegal units

A fatal Queens house fire has been ruled a homicide, with multiple fatalities and a history of building violations.
DC food
fromTruthout
1 week ago

How Maryland's Medical Examiner Helped Conceal Suspicious Deaths

Dr. David Fowler's controversial rulings on deaths in police custody have sparked significant media scrutiny and debate over his use of the excited delirium theory.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

A serial arsonist terrorized Hollywood. It ended only after two sisters died in a house fire, authorities say

Jovan Duverne, 39, is accused of starting a series of arson fires in Hollywood, resulting in the deaths of two elderly women.
#manslaughter
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

South Boston woman fatally stabbed boyfriend during an argument, police say

Gisselle Pascual pleaded not guilty to manslaughter after allegedly stabbing her boyfriend, Kyle Bradford, during a domestic dispute in South Boston.
Boston
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Woman charged in fatal South Boston stabbing

Gisselle Pascual, 24, is charged with manslaughter for fatally stabbing a man in South Boston.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

South Boston woman fatally stabbed boyfriend during an argument, police say

Gisselle Pascual pleaded not guilty to manslaughter after allegedly stabbing her boyfriend, Kyle Bradford, during a domestic dispute in South Boston.
Boston
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Woman charged in fatal South Boston stabbing

Gisselle Pascual, 24, is charged with manslaughter for fatally stabbing a man in South Boston.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Capital punishment: Which countries use the death penalty?

Israel's proposed capital punishment law for Palestinians faces controversy amid a global trend toward abolishing the death penalty.
#rikers-island
#attempted-murder
US news
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Hawaii doctor takes stand in attempted murder trial after son's brutal testimony

Gerhardt Konig is accused of attempting to murder his wife during a hike, claiming marital issues and infidelity as motives.
SF parents
fromABC7 Chicago
3 days ago

Son of doctor accused of Hawaii murder plot testifies, says father confessed

Gerhardt Konig is charged with attempted murder after allegedly confessing to attacking his wife, Arielle, during a hiking incident in Hawaii.
US news
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Hawaii doctor takes stand in attempted murder trial after son's brutal testimony

Gerhardt Konig is accused of attempting to murder his wife during a hike, claiming marital issues and infidelity as motives.
SF parents
fromABC7 Chicago
3 days ago

Son of doctor accused of Hawaii murder plot testifies, says father confessed

Gerhardt Konig is charged with attempted murder after allegedly confessing to attacking his wife, Arielle, during a hiking incident in Hawaii.
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Her daughter was murdered seven years ago. Why are images of the crime still on social media?

Bianca Devins was murdered by Brandon Clark, who shared graphic images of her body online, leading to ongoing trauma for her mother, Kim Devins.
#murder-trial
NYC politics
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Murder trial of man accused of killing NYPD officer moves to closing arguments

Guy Rivera is on trial for the murder of NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller, facing life imprisonment if convicted.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Murder trial of man accused of killing NYPD officer moves to closing arguments

Guy Rivera is on trial for the murder of NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller, facing life imprisonment if convicted.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Hundreds of my abusers are still out there, says victim as grooming inquiry launched

Grooming gangs exploited young girls, with many perpetrators remaining unpunished despite some convictions.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
6 days ago

Body Found at Calvert Vaux Park in Brooklyn

A man's body was recovered from the shoreline of Calvert Vaux Park, prompting an active investigation by the NYPD.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Man admits preventing lawful burial in relation to 30 bodies found at Hull funeral home

A funeral director admitted to preventing lawful burials after 30 bodies and ashes were found at a Hull funeral home.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Atlanta Prosecutor Repeatedly Cites Non-Existent Cases To Avoid Murder Retrial - Above the Law

AI hallucinations in legal work are leading to serious issues, including the citation of nonexistent cases by attorneys.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Criminal case against man shot by cops during mental health crisis will move forward | amNewYork

A Queens man shot by police during a mental health crisis faces criminal charges despite calls for dismissal from his mother and community members.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

US quadruple amputee cornhole champion arrested on suspicion of murder

Webber was driving his car with Wells as his front-seat passenger at about 10.25pm on Sunday when the pair began arguing in front of others who were in the vehicle.
Miami Marlins
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

An expert explains why the recent Danvers murder stands out

Adults tend to kill for reasons based on logic, Fox said. Even though it is abhorrent, people understand killings out of jealousy, rage, revenge, and profit. But, teenagers "often kill for no good reason," he said.
Psychology
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Funeral director admits preventing 30 burials and stealing donations from mourners

A fraudulent funeral director pleaded guilty to multiple counts of preventing lawful burials and fraud involving ashes and charity theft.
Law
fromPoynter
3 days ago

Like journalists, prosecutors shaped a distorted view of crime. They can help fix it, too. - Poynter

Prosecutors and journalists both contribute to misleading public perceptions of crime, but prosecutors possess crucial data to tell a more accurate story.
SF parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Human remains found on California beach in 2022 identified as missing man

Human remains found in California in 2022 were identified as Walter Karl Kinney, a banker who disappeared in 1999.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Fresh hope for justice as anonymous letter surfaces in fatal fire probe

An anonymous letter may provide crucial information about a fire that killed six family members nearly 14 years ago.
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

'What we had talked about, take that to the grave': Report reveals details about State Police sergeant who allegedly drove drunk, caused fatal crash

Scott Quigley was indicted on a charge of negligent motor vehicle homicide while operating under the influence, following a crash that resulted in the death of Angelo Schettino, a 37-year-old man with developmental disabilities.
Law
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Man accused of injuring seven people with car in Derby appears in court

Sandhu Ponnachan, 36, of Chariot Close, Alvaston, appeared at Southern Derbyshire Magistrates' Court on Wednesday, charged with six counts of causing grievous bodily harm with intent, one count of attempted grievous bodily harm, and one count of possession of a bladed article.
London politics
SOMA, SF
fromSan Jose Inside
4 days ago

DA Hires Stanford Grad to Run County Crime Lab

Sandra Burnham Sachs is the new chief of the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Crime Lab, succeeding Dr. Ian Fitch.
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Probe launched after inmate dies in Midlands Prison

The Irish Prison Service confirmed that the inmate died in custody on April 1. All deaths in custody are investigated by the Irish Prison Service, the Inspector of Prisons and An Garda Síochána, where circumstances warrant.
UK news
Law
fromBloomberglaw
4 days ago

Newborn Death Verdict Displays Tort Law Power in Work Disputes

A $22.5 million verdict against an Ohio company highlights the legal risks of denying medical accommodations for pregnant employees.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

It's really polarised the population': amid a police search for Dezi Freeman's helpers, some sympathy towards the double-murderer remains

The manhunt was one of the biggest in Australian history, involving hundreds of police officers and help from the army. And yet one man, on foot, got away.
London politics
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

It makes me feel sick': Man whose grandmother's body was kept at bogus funeral home

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
Law
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

NYPD hero Jonathan Diller's murder trial erupts in chaos as jury split shockingly revealed

The jury's verdict in the trial of Guy Rivera for the murder of NYPD officer Jonathan Diller was chaotic and ultimately inconclusive.
Boston
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

2 people found dead outside Riverside County courthouse

Two people were found dead near a Riverside County courthouse early Thursday morning with no arrests made and motive unknown.
London politics
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

UK police question suspect after Derby car incident

A man was arrested for attempted murder after a car hit pedestrians in Derby, injuring seven, with police deeming it an isolated incident.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Judge Who Embarrassed Himself With IT Outrburst Doubles Down - Above the Law

Judge Nathan Milliron's behavior has sparked outrage, revealing a pattern of bullying and retaliation against staff and lawyers in the Texas legal community.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Italian ambulance driver investigated on suspicion of murdering five patients

All the suspicious deaths occurred while or soon after the patients were transported in an ambulance driven by the 27-year-old man, lawyers of the victims told the Guardian. Investigative sources told the ANSA state news agency they believe the man, who worked for the Italian Red Cross but has now been suspended, may have administered harmful substances to the patients during transfers between hospitals and care homes in the Emilia-Romagna region.
Medicine
#death-investigation
Law
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Judge denies Lindsay Clancy's request for two-part murder trial

Lindsay Clancy will stand trial in July for allegedly killing her three children, with an insanity defense based on postpartum mental illness.
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Man, 26, shot dead in car near Euston station

A 26-year-old man has been shot dead while sitting in a car near London's Euston station. Police said CCTV showed he was shot at several times by a suspect who arrived and left on a bike.
UK news
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Foul play suspected after human remains found in Shirley, police say

Human remains discovered in Shirley water near Maritime Veterans Memorial Bridge with suspected foul play under investigation by police and state detectives.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Drive-by murder accused was not at scene, jury told

Michelle Sadio, 44, died at the scene and two others were injured when shots were fired from a passing Kia as a crowd of mourners stood outside the River of Life Pentecostal Church following a wake in December 2024. On Monday, Tahjin Sommersall,19, told the court he had never even seen the car used in the shooting and had been in Wembley when the attack happened.
Miscellaneous
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Colorado funeral home owner given 18-year sentence in decaying bodies case

A Colorado funeral home owner was sentenced to 18 years for defrauding families of over $130,000, providing concrete-filled urns instead of cremains, and mishandling nearly 200 decomposing bodies.
#cold-case
#murder-charge
Social justice
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Independent autopsy points to homicide as cause of death in Brentwood police custody case

An independent autopsy found Yolanda Ramirez died from multiple blunt force trauma and asphyxiation, ruling her death a homicide caused by police restraint.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

BREAKING: Medical Examiner Officially Determines Alex Pretti's Death Was a Homicide

Hennepin County medical examiner ruled Alex Pretti's January shooting death a homicide after video contradicted federal agents' claims and identified two agents as shooters.
Medicine
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Why Autopsies Are in Decline and Why it Matters

Autopsy rates in U.S. hospitals fell from about 50% in the 1950s to single digits today, diminishing crucial medical knowledge and closure for families.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Did She Die the Way They Say?

Psychological autopsy clarifies equivocal manners of death but lacks standardized protocols, challenging reliability; qualitative forensic mental-state assessments deserve standing.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Inmate found dead in cell of Contra Costa County jail

62-year-old Victor Jose Faria was found unresponsive and pronounced dead in his Martinez Detention Facility cell; the Contra Costa DA and sheriff's office are investigating.
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