fact or fiction
Is it fact or merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the myths and beliefs we hold about copycat killers, eyewitnesses testimony, what makes a murderer and more.
Plea delayed in trial of Ukrainian woman accused in Boulder cyclist's death
Eight months after champion Boulder cyclist Magnus White was killed in a devastating roadway collision, the accused driver's plea and trial date was delayed Friday.
California hiker
Caroline Meister was an avid hiker familiar with the trails around the Tassajara Zen Mountain Center where she lived and worked, about 45 miles southeast of Monterey, California.
mumtaz hussainPublished about a month ago in CriminalThe last Kiss
It was a cold and rainy night in New York City. The flickering lights of the skyscrapers reflected off the wet streets, creating a dancing light show. In a small apartment in the Bronx, a woman lay dead, her face still showing the surprise of the last kiss she received.
Hendrik SancheZPublished about a month ago in CriminalThe Green River Killer - Worst American Serial Killer?
Serial killers. Every true-crime aficionado knows the chilling tales that surround them, each vying for the title of the most heinous. Names like Ted Bundy and Jeffrey Dahmer have become synonymous with depravity and horror. Yet, in the annals of criminal history, one figure stands out for the sheer scale of his atrocities: the Green River Killer.
Dozens of students on pat down policy 1 year after shooting at East High
"I think a lot of us were stunned to know what was happening in our schools," said Heather Lamm, whose son was a senior at East High last year. "I don't think any of us knew about the pat down policy before a year ago (Friday)."
Everyone who touched her died
Gloria Ramirez, aged 31 with a history of cervical cancer, was brought to Riverside General Hospital in Southern California at around 8:15 pm in February 1994. She exhibited slow breathing and a rapid heartbeat, perplexing the medical staff. Despite their efforts to aid her with medications for sedation and heart rate control, Gloria's condition did not improve.
Easter Enigma
In April 1999, on a Friday evening, Sophia Martinez, aged 22, and Michael Jones, aged 32, arrived at the MH Inn near St. George, Utah, hoping to secure a room for the weekend. Initially, they were informed that the motel was fully booked due to an important conference. However, the receptionist later found out about a cancellation for room 323. They checked into the room at 7:40 p.m., unaware that it wasn't merely a romantic getaway but rather an illicit affair, as Michael was married to Marcela, who remained oblivious to his betrayal.
Cesar NaevePublished about a month ago in CriminalThe Disappearance of the Diamond District Don
The Antwerp fog clung to the cobblestone streets like a spectral shroud, its tendrils reaching for the imposing facade of the De Biers Diamond Exchange. Inside, a hush fell over the usually boisterous throng of traders as news of the Don's disappearance rippled through the air. Don Rafael Moretti, the undisputed king of the Antwerp diamond trade, had vanished without a trace.
Ahmed MohammedPublished about a month ago in CriminalTwo victims at DoubleTree were shot
Denver's medical examiner said the man and a woman found dead inside a room at the DoubleTree shelter for homeless people hotel on Saturday were shot.
Denver Police respond to shooting
Denver police early Monday responded to a shooting along the south Broadway corridor, an area which recently gained notoriety for its open drug use and homeless population.
The Origin of the Taliban in Afghanistan
The emergence of the Taliban in Afghanistan is a multifaceted phenomenon shaped by a complex interplay of historical, political, and socio-economic factors. To understand the origins of the Taliban, one must delve into the tumultuous history of Afghanistan, marked by decades of conflict, foreign intervention, and internal strife. This article seeks to unravel the intricate threads that led to the rise of the Taliban and its eventual ascendance to power in Afghanistan.
Sahil LathwalPublished about a month ago in CriminalThe Deterioration of Pablo Escobar
In the annals of criminal history, few names resonate with the same level of infamy as Pablo Escobar, the notorious Colombian drug lord. His rise to power, marked by unimaginable wealth and influence, was matched only by his spectacular fall, culminating in a violent demise that brought an end to an era of narcoterrorism. While Escobar's reign of terror is well-documented, the intricacies behind his eventual degradation remain a subject of intrigue and speculation. In this investigation, we delve deep into the factors that contributed to the downfall of one of the most powerful criminal figures of the 20th century.
Sahil LathwalPublished about a month ago in Criminal