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SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Dedicated student, track athlete, and now a suspect in the killing of a Burbank teacher

Sergio Fraire is accused of murdering a teacher and injuring her daughter, shocking his community and former classmates.
fromThe Local France
23 hours ago

French prosecutors ask to try serial killer in 1989 cold case

Dubbed the 'Criminal Backpacker' by the media, Heaulme's victims included lone women, pensioners and children.
France news
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
22 hours ago

Police investigate shooting death of man as homicide | CBC News

A man died in hospital after a shooting in Toronto, which is now being investigated as a homicide.
Brooklyn
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Serial killer handyman admits guilt in deaths of three elderly women neighbors

A handyman pleaded guilty to murdering three elderly women in his New York apartment building.
fromIndependent
1 day ago

The sex offender, the character reference and the former TD who has now gone to ground

When the former TD's wife answered the door of his home to the Irish Independent this week, she appeared shaken and said he was not in.
UK politics
World news
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Decryption tech breakthrough that helped snare Kinahan may now take down his army of hitmen

Deciphered phone messages led to the arrest of Daniel Kinahan and may help dismantle his criminal organization.
Data science
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

NIST is giving fingerprint examiners better tools for a messy job

NIST aims to enhance forensic fingerprint examination accuracy and training through new resources, including a database and open-source software.
Law
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Can You "See" Criminal Intent? What Research Reveals

Criminal appearance and perceived remorse significantly influence legal outcomes and sentencing decisions.
#child-sexual-abuse
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Criminal gangs profiting as child sexual abuse websites double, experts say

The number of commercial child sexual abuse websites has doubled in a year, highlighting a significant increase in online exploitation by criminal gangs.
fromFuturism
2 days ago

FBI Investigating Series of Deaths Among Top Scientists With Very Specific Specialties

The FBI is spearheading the effort to look for connections into the missing and deceased scientists, indicating a serious investigation into these mysterious cases.
OMG science
US politics
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Meet The New Prosecutor On The Brennan Case. He Already Called The Defendant A 'Real Traitor.' - Above the Law

A pattern emerges where career prosecutors are replaced by loyalists in politically charged cases, undermining legal integrity.
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

A new immersive experience that dives into the mind of serial killers launches in NYC | amNewYork

Mind of a Serial Killer's mission is to dissect the mindsets of what drives murder for a better global understanding, while creating a place to honor slain victims.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Roommate arrested after body of University of South Florida doctoral student discovered

Zamil Limon's remains were found on the Howard Frankland Bridge on Friday morning, but Nahida Bristy is still missing, Hillsborough county sheriff's office chief deputy Joseph Maurer said.
US news
France news
fromThe Local France
20 hours ago

France charges 88 over crypto kidnappings

French prosecutors charged 88 individuals in connection with cryptocurrency-related kidnappings, including over 10 minors, amid rising extortion cases.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Family of murdered woman traumatised after police gave photo of her killer laughing

Families of murder victims face trauma when receiving inappropriate photos of offenders, highlighting the need for better management of such images.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

Human remains belonging to multiple young children found in Memphis: Police

Three young children's remains were discovered in Memphis, prompting an investigation into their identities and circumstances of death.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Former boss at Lucy Letby's hospital arrested on suspicion of perverting course of justice

Cheshire constabulary confirmed that the arrested individual was one of three former hospital bosses detained last June on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter, as part of an ongoing investigation.
London politics
Law
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

The Delusion of 'AI Justice'

Artificial intelligence is presented as a solution to the inequities in the justice system, but its effectiveness remains questionable.
Brooklyn
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Cold case detectives one step closer to solving murder of Florida trans woman

Cold case detectives have identified a person of interest in the murder of Bree Black, a Black transgender woman, six years after her death.
#fbi-investigation
Science
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

FBI probes missing or dead scientists, including four from the L.A. area

The FBI is investigating the deaths and disappearances of scientists linked to sensitive research, raising national security concerns.
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 days ago

FBI investigating possible links between deaths and disappearances of at least 10 scientists

The FBI is investigating connections among recent deaths and disappearances of scientists linked to government projects, amid growing speculation and no evidence of foul play.
Science
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

FBI probes missing or dead scientists, including four from the L.A. area

The FBI is investigating the deaths and disappearances of scientists linked to sensitive research, raising national security concerns.
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 days ago

FBI investigating possible links between deaths and disappearances of at least 10 scientists

The FBI is investigating connections among recent deaths and disappearances of scientists linked to government projects, amid growing speculation and no evidence of foul play.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

D4vd's cell phone contained 'child pornography,' prosecutor in L.A. murder case says

David Burke, known as D4vd, faces serious charges including murder and child pornography possession related to the death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Stealing from the dead: Medical Examiner's investigator pleads to theft charge

Adrian Munoz pleaded no contest to stealing a crucifix from a deceased man, receiving jail time and probation as punishment.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Teen boy held at young offenders' institute dies

The juvenile from HMP Feltham A, which holds children aged between 15 and 18 who are on remand or have been convicted, died in hospital on Monday.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Brothers on trial for murder, 40 years ago

Michael Stewart allegedly called for an ambulance from a phone box immediately after the attack, but a search for the injured man was called off after he hung up.
London politics
#openai
fromFortune
4 days ago
US news

Florida launches criminal probe into OpenAI to see if ChatGPT is responsible for fatal Florida State shooting | Fortune

Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Florida to open criminal investigation into OpenAI over ChatGPT's influence on alleged mass shooter

Florida's attorney general is investigating OpenAI for potential influence on a mass shooting suspect's actions through ChatGPT.
US news
fromFortune
4 days ago

Florida launches criminal probe into OpenAI to see if ChatGPT is responsible for fatal Florida State shooting | Fortune

Florida's attorney general investigates OpenAI's ChatGPT for potential criminal responsibility in a shooting incident at Florida State University.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Dissociation: Imagination and Error in Criminal Justice

Dissociation is a normal psychological process that aids creativity but can also lead to erroneous beliefs and interpretations in various fields.
#domestic-abuse
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Man whose wife killed herself cleared of rape and manslaughter

Christopher Trybus was acquitted of domestic abuse and sexual violence charges related to his wife Tarryn Baird, who later took her own life.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Man whose wife killed herself cleared of rape and manslaughter

Christopher Trybus was acquitted of domestic abuse and sexual violence charges related to his wife Tarryn Baird, who later took her own life.
#shoplifting
fromTheregister
5 days ago
London politics

Met police trials new tech to counter shoplifting scourge

London's Metropolitan Police is trialing new technology to combat shoplifting without using live facial recognition.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago
UK news

Share more CCTV to help tackle shoplifting - Met

Retailers need to share more CCTV evidence to help police effectively target shoplifters amid rising crime rates.
London politics
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Met police trials new tech to counter shoplifting scourge

London's Metropolitan Police is trialing new technology to combat shoplifting without using live facial recognition.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Share more CCTV to help tackle shoplifting - Met

Retailers need to share more CCTV evidence to help police effectively target shoplifters amid rising crime rates.
Law
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Why False Confessions Are Surprisingly Common

False confessions are more prevalent than believed, leading to severe consequences and misconceptions among legal professionals and the public.
Careers
fromSecuritymagazine
3 weeks 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.
SF parents
fromDefector
1 week ago

The Killing That Won't Let Go | Defector

Grief persists indefinitely, and justice remains elusive for Steve Cornejo, who was shot and killed 21 years ago without the shooter facing charges.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

FBI Analyzing Potentially Critical DNA' Found In Nancy Guthrie's Home: Report

The FBI is analyzing critical DNA found at Nancy Guthrie's home as part of her missing person investigation.
SOMA, SF
fromSan Jose Inside
3 weeks 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.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Detectives say suspicions on Emma Caldwell's 2005 killer were ignored by superiors

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting and the need for support to continue their work.
Law
fromABA Journal
1 week ago

Magicians Penn & Teller file Supreme Court brief questioning use of 'investigative hypnosis'

Penn & Teller challenge the validity of 'investigative hypnosis' in criminal cases, arguing it misleads witnesses and lacks scientific support.
DC food
fromTruthout
4 weeks 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.
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Ex-detective fears Emma Caldwell wasn't killer's first victim

Iain Packer, convicted of Emma Caldwell's murder, likely committed more killings according to a former detective involved in the investigation.
#murder-investigation
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Murder investigation after man's death in Shadwell

A murder investigation is ongoing after a double stabbing in East London, resulting in one death and another man hospitalized.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
UK news

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

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.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Murder investigation after man's death in Shadwell

A murder investigation is ongoing after a double stabbing in East London, resulting in one death and another man hospitalized.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
UK news

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

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.
Media industry
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Build Your Digital Detective Kit

Digital and media literacy skills are essential for all online users to navigate AI-generated content, partisan framing, and viral misinformation in today's information landscape.
Boston
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month 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.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

AI techniques speed up forensic analysis of crucial crime scene larvae

A maggot's age and species can give essential information to forensic entomologists investigating murders. Combing through these fly larvae, investigators can potentially learn when and where a crime happened, whether the body has been moved or whether toxins were involved. For example, blowflies are among the earliest insect colonizers of corpses; they typically sniff out and lay eggs on a dead body within minutes to hours.
Roam Research
#cold-case
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Smartphones are now the most crucial piece of evidence in crime probes

Smartphones are now the most crucial source of digital evidence in solving nearly every criminal investigation, a report has found. Detectives rely on the wealth of information held on the devices in 97 per cent of cases - double the number in which data from laptops was needed. With the devices containing swathes of detailed messages, photos and location data, police chiefs told the Mail the devices had become 'a crime scene in your pocket'.
Digital life
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Three forensic reports examined as inquiry into Kelly Marie Lynch's death nears completion

Kelly Marie Lynch, 23, found dead in the Ulster Canal with 93 injuries; Garda peer review of three pathology reports nears completion.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

The Perp Walk Is The Point - Above the Law

The Justice Department sought to publicize an image of Don Lemon in handcuffs while prosecuting protesters and attempted to suppress public docket records.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months 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
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Value of True Crime

Evolutionary psychology explains true crime fascination as a survival mechanism for identifying threats, yet successful predators still evade detection through deception and social bonding.
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Genealogical sites have helped solve major crimes. Police in Nancy Guthrie's case might turn to them

Investigators may use DNA genealogy databases to match DNA from Nancy Guthrie's case and potentially identify suspects or relatives when CODIS yields no matches.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

This Is Why Criminal Justice Needs Number Nerds - Above the Law

Data-driven evidence, not ideology, should guide criminal justice reform through incentive-based systems and rigorous testing of policies.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

On-Demand Webinar: What Winning Expert Testimony Looks Like - Above the Law

Effective expert testimony balances credibility with openness to opposing perspectives, clear translation of technical concepts for factfinders, and resilience under rigorous cross-examination.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Man appears in court charged with murder of student

An 18-year-old man has appeared in court charged with murder after De Montfort University student Khaleed Oladipo was fatally stabbed near the campus.
Law
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Man faces further child sexual offence charges

Vincent Chan, 45, has been charged with 15 further offences including sexual assault, voyeurism and taking indecent images of children.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Dealer admits beating vulnerable man to death

A drug dealer admitted to manslaughter after beating a vulnerable former chef to death in a north London flat used for illegal drug dealing operations.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

AI And Expert Witnesses: Not Replacement, But A Strategic Imperative - Above the Law

AI augments expert testimony by enabling large-scale review, adversarial simulation, and strategic insight while requiring careful use to avoid credibility risks and exclusion.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Ex-Met inspector due in court over rape charges

Former Metropolitan Police Inspector John Doyle charged with multiple offences, including five counts of rape, coercive controlling behaviour, grievous bodily harm, and extreme pornography.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

London man admits killing his sister

Andrew Cunningham, 62, pleaded guilty to manslaughter on the basis of diminished responsibility for fatally stabbing his sister, with sentencing adjourned to 25 March.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Man charged with 33 sexual offences in London

EPA A man has been charged with a string of sex attacks against women and girls in south London, with some dating back to 2003. Adebayo Adeyemi, 58, has been charged with 33 offences, including rape and sexual assault, alleged to have taken place between 2003 and 2019. The charges include six counts of rape, an attempted rape, an assault, 21 counts of sexual assault and four indecent assaults, the Metropolitan Police said.
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