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A massive multi-state manhunt is underway after convicted murderer Jacob Allen Morley escaped from the Northwest Correctional Complex in Tiptonville, Tennessee, leaving the family and friends of his victim, Cody Birchfield, living in fear. After allegedly slipping through the prison fence and stealing a truck that was later discovered abandoned across state lines in Marion, Illinois, the fugitive appears to have completely vanished...
Former reality TV star Collin Gosselin has come forward with disturbing allegations of past abuse against his mother, Kate Gosselin, claiming she mistreated and wrongfully institutionalized him at their family home in Pennsylvania. As his father Jon and former stepmother speak out to defend Collin against Kate's counterclaims of violent behavior, the bitter public dispute has raised serious questions about defamation and potential ...
Accused killer Nick Reiner was back in court in Los Angeles, fighting to gain access to a trust fund set up by his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner, prior to their deaths. While awaiting trial for their murders, Reiner's legal team argues he is entitled to over half a million dollars that could be used to fund his defense, though the money remains tangled in California's "slayer statute". Law&Crime's Jesse Weber breaks down the ...
Social media influencer Braden Peters, known online as Clavicular, appeared in a Massachusetts court for his arraignment on serious charges. The criminal allegations stem from a May 2025 incident in Cape Cod involving 17-year-old Aleksandra Vasilevna Mendoza, who has also leveled shocking civil allegations against the creator. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber breaks down the court appearance and civil filings with celebrity defense atto...
Recently unsealed court documents and a New York Times investigation have brought to light a potential accomplice theory regarding the 1994 double murder of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman in Los Angeles. The newly revealed federal files detail information provided by deceased drug runner Joseph "Joey" Ippolito concerning O.J. Simpson's alleged disposal of the murder weapon and possible assistance from associates like Al Co...
Five men found dead along the same walking trail in Lansing, Michigan have sparked fears that a serial killer could be targeting the city’s homeless population. While one suspect is behind bars in connection with a stabbing death, investigators are scrambling to determine whether the other four suspicious deaths are connected, as disturbing similarities emerge between the cases. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber walks us thro...
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Lance Oppenheim and Nathan Fielder's documentary You Can See Everything examines convicted Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes in her Del Mar, California rental home before she begins serving her federal prison sentence. The film raises crucial questions about whether Holmes knowingly defrauded investors or truly believed her own technology worked, especially as she and her partner, William "Billy" Evans, launc...
An extended family vacation at a resort in Pocono Township, Pennsylvania, ended in tragedy after 27-year-old Metallica Rose Harrison allegedly stabbed her husband and their 3-year-old son to death in their hotel room. Investigators are uncovering disturbing details surrounding the double homicide at Great Wolf Lodge, including drained bank accounts and troubling statements made to dispatchers and hospital staff. Law&Crime's Jes...
Chilling new 911 audio captures the frantic moments after actress Hayden Panettiere was found unresponsive inside a South Carolina Airbnb, as ex-boyfriend Brian Hickerson and his brother Zach desperately attempted CPR to save her life. Now, as investigators probe the circumstances surrounding her fatal accidental overdose, disturbing details emerge about her final moments and the desperate attempts to revive her. Law&Crime&rsqu...
A newly released 292-page digital forensics report offers an unprecedented look into the private text messages sent around the time of Nolan Wells' tragic disappearance and death off Horn Island in Mississippi. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber breaks down these newly revealed conversations, tracing the timeline from frantic initial searches to intense public speculation and digital evidence claims.
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Former reality TV star Collin Gosselin is coming forward with harrowing allegations of abuse against his mother, Kate Gosselin. His new memoir reveals dark claims of being zip-tied and locked in a basement containment room at their family home in Pennsylvania. How do his experiences behind the scenes of "Jon and Kate Plus 8" compare to other high-profile family exploitation cases? Law&Crime's Jesse Weber breaks down the shockin...
In an active Los Angeles lawsuit filed by Kevin Hart against his former personal assistant, Miesha Shakes, unexpected potential witnesses could take the stand. That includes Montia Sabbag, the woman involved in Hart's notorious 2017 Las Vegas sex tape incident. The trial centers on allegations of extortion and breach of contract following an interview Shakes gave to internet personality Latasha "Tasha K" Kebe, while Shakes defends ...
Nick Reiner appeared in a Los Angeles courtroom for a hearing on Wednesday. The 33-year-old is accused of killing his celebrity parents, Rob and Michele Reiner, in December. After recently replacing his private attorneys with a team from the public defender's office, Reiner was back in court for a hearing about secret proceedings that led to his indictment. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber got details from inside court from investigativ...
Federal jury selection has begun in the murder trial of former police officer Matthew Farwell, who is accused of killing 23-year-old Sandra Birchmore and staging her death as a suicide in her Canton, Massachusetts apartment. As prosecutors present evidence linking Farwell to the crime, the case raises critical questions about the original investigation and whether local authorities improperly ruled the death a suicide. Law&Crim...
A Florida appeals court has overturned the murder conviction of babysitter Rhonda Jewell, who was sentenced to 17 years in prison following the tragic hot car death of a 10-month-old. The judges ruled that the trial court erred by failing to require proof that Jewell knowingly left the child in the vehicle, paving the way for a new trial. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber breaks down the court's opinion and what lies ahead for the case.
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From unexpected admissions of murder to unsettling rationale on the witness stand, criminal courtrooms in Florida, South Carolina, New York, and California have witnessed testimonies that completely upended high-profile trials. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber revisits these unforgettable, case-altering moments that left judges, juries, and spectators stunned.
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After a grand jury found no evidence of criminality in the death of Nolan Wells, whose body washed ashore near Horn Island off the coast of Mississippi, his family's digital forensics examiner revealed new claims that data was deleted from Wells' phone. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber breaks down the conflicting findings between authorities and forensic experts with computer forensic expert John Lucich.
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“Looksmaxxing” influencer Braden Peters, also known as “Clavicular,” is taking to social media after he was hit with several criminal charges this month — including rape, drugging someone for sexual intercourse and giving alcohol to a minor under 21. Peters’ online posts appear to go after the alleged victim, 18-year-old Aleksandra Vasilevna Mendoza, claiming the incident, and her civil lawsuit, ...
A traffic stop in Saginaw Township, Michigan leads officers to make a horrific discovery inside a nearby motel room. That's where the body of Teressa Johnson lay hidden beneath blankets. Investigators began questioning her former partner, Daniel Varnes, to uncover the truth behind her brutal death. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber examines police bodycam footage and interrogation files to break down how this shocking case unfolded.
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Popular YouTuber Ben Schneider, known as "Reckless Ben," has scored a major victory after prosecutors in Provo, Utah, dismissed criminal charges against him—though pending charges in American Fork mean his legal battle is far from over. The drop of the felony case stems from an ongoing saga involving an alleged missing $200,000 LEGO collection and subsequent arrests. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber breaks down the surprise court ...
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