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Eva Coo On an isolated farm in New York's Catskill Mountains, a confrontation, the owner thinks she has caught two trespassers. The truth is much more frightening. The intruders are killers. She is face to face with a deadly woman, who has a taste for money and murder. Eva Coo is like a natural predator. Money was Eva's primary motivation and she would do anything to get it, including murder. Eva Coo is a sharp businesswoman at the height of prohibition in the 1920s. She runs the busiest speakeasy in town. Little Eva's place, it was called lots of loud music lots of women lots of alcohol and everybody visited Eva Coo’s place, that wanted to have a good time. New York playwright Isaac Rathbone has turned Eva's sordid life story into a stage production. The story of Eva Coo is the story of survival.
Lesedi MolutsiPublished 4 months ago in CriminalOnce youngest person ever on Indiana's death row
Paula Cooper Peer pressure exploded into bloodshed in Gary Indiana in the mid-1980s. We call her Nana was the affection name, that the family had for her. She took a real special lover for each one of us, grandkids and we were all special to her and she treated us all very fair and equal. Bill Pelke, remembers the kind warmth of his grandmother Ruth, her real love, her real passion was telling Bible source to young kids. We cut out pictures of Bible characters and she put them up on this board, tell the stories, neighborhood children gather in Mrs. Pelke home for her lessons. It is what she loved to do and so at the age of 70, 80 years old. One more chance for her to share her faith with young people. Not all her students have such good intentions in reaching out to help.
Lesedi MolutsiPublished 4 months ago in CriminalThe Bullseye Game Show Killer: The Chilling Crimes of John Cooper
John Cooper: The Bullseye Serial Killer in The UK — A chilling account of John Cooper’s crimes, including the shocking details of his murders and the role a game show appearance played in his capture.
Matthew JackPublished 5 months ago in CriminalThe Racine Sub Case: Separating Fact from Fiction
A court case involving young Racine, Wisconsin substitute teacher Justin Beaton made news in 2016. Beaton was put on three years of probation after being accused of inappropriate behavior with female students. Recent events, however, have illuminated the situation and provided a different story. After a thorough examination, information has come to light that casts doubt on the initial accusations and necessitates a reassessment of the circumstances. The details of Justin Beaton's case, the evidence that has surfaced, and the media outlets who have already pulled their coverage will all be covered in this piece.
Justin Beaton Case Historical Preservation - JBCHP©Published 5 months ago in CriminalShadows of the Forgotten
Chapter 1: The Innocent Playground In the small town of Greenwood, where everyone knew each other, life moved at a leisurely pace. Children played in the streets until the streetlights flickered on, signaling the end of another carefree day. The neighborhood of Elmridge, lined with oak trees and quaint houses, was considered one of the safest places to raise a family.
The John Geoghan Saga: Abuse, Cover-ups, and a Deadly Encounter
John Geoghan was born on June 4, 1935. He served as a priest in Boston for three decades, covering various locations in Massachusetts. Regrettably, he was a repetitive offender, engaging in the heinous act of sexually assaulting children.
Rare StoriesPublished 5 months ago in CriminalGetting to the Heart of the Matter
I try to stay abreast of the news (local, state, national, and international.) I do this mainly from the headlines I glance over. Anything beyond that, can lead me to depression, anger, and despair. I guess, I believed by just grazing, this would suffice my need for civic duty and keep me from becoming emotionally charged. But...
Shirley BelkPublished 5 months ago in CriminalThe Case of the Embalmed Head Found in Rural PA: Economy Jane Doe
On December 12, 2014, a teenager found a well-preserved, severed head in a wooded area in Economy, Pennsylvania. The head lay on its side, approximately 30 feet from the roadway.
True Crime WriterPublished 5 months ago in CriminalI don't like Mondays.
Brenda Spencer The suburbs have harbored their share of deadly women but until 1979 one of its institutions had been largely untouched by violence or death. On Monday January 29 that would change forever. This is one of the most unthinkable horrendous crimes that could ever occur in California, in the nation and in the world. The city is San Diego California, school teacher Darrell Barnes heads off for another day. He was a teacher for 38 years. He enjoyed the community and he enjoyed the kids that were there. It was a extremely pleasant experience until the incident happened across the road. from Darrell school Grover Cleveland elementary. 16 year old Brenda Spencer is home alone. Her single-parent father has left for work but Brenda isn't preparing for class. She's looking for a thrill. This Monday would spawn a hit song and become the most infamous school day in modern history.
Lesedi MolutsiPublished 5 months ago in CriminalMark Orrin Barton: Inside The Life of a Troubled Day Trader
A shooting rampage took place on July 29, 1999, at two day-trading companies in the Atlanta area, namely Momentum Securities and the All-Tech Investment Group. Nine people lost their lives and another 13 sustained injuries.
Rare StoriesPublished 5 months ago in CriminalFrom Rapper to Cannibal: The Disturbing Story of Big Lurch
Antron Singleton widely known by his stage name Big Lurch, is an American rapper, poet, and convicted murderer. In April 2002, hе committеd a hеinous crimе, taking thе lifе of his 21-yеar-old roommatе, Tynisha Ysais, and еngaging in thе gruеsomе act of consuming parts of hеr body. As a result, he rеcеivеd a life sеntеncе for his actions. Before his conviction, Singleton was associated with the musical group Cosmic Slop Shop.
Rare StoriesPublished 5 months ago in CriminalValerie Parashumti and Jessica Stasinowsky
Love can change everything for better or for worse. In Australia in 2006 two young women shocked the country. They said that they felt like that brewing a movie, a surreal fantasy that became horrifying. In fact, a lot of us can understand murder under certain circumstances but murder for foreplay. A fatal attraction that would end in unspeakable brutality. It's the kind of thing that scares society. The city of Perth Western Australia it's a relaxed town, in a relaxed country. In December 2006, this quiet suburbia became a killing ground. Young Stacey Mitchell had been arguing with her parents and decided to leave home. Stacey being a normal fascias, 16 year old, did what many teenage girls do at some point. They have a family argument with their parents and they leave. They want to get out of the house for a few weeks. Then she went to stay with friends.
Lesedi MolutsiPublished 5 months ago in Criminal