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Johnathan Oddi, the man accused of shooting up the lobby of a Miami-area hotel several years ago, told investigators that he had once been a sex slave for Sean "Diddy" Combs. Now, a copy of an alleged non-disclosure agreement that Oddi says he signed in exchange for $5 million has surfaced. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber spoke to Oddi's ex-wife, Tonia Troutwine, about what she knows about Oddi's apparent connections with Comb...

Wednesday marked day three of jury selection in the high-profile federal trial of disgraced music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs. The judge is hoping to narrow a large jury pool down to forty-five people, then whittle those down to a final twelve jurors and six alternates. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber discussed all the latest developments with celebrity attorney Ben Chew, who famously represented actor Johnny Depp in his multi-mi...

Ayla Gonzalez Salinas, 20, is facing multiple charges of lewd or lascivious battery for allegedly having sexual contact with a boy who is sixteen or younger. Florida authorities say she met the teen at a funeral in October 2024. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber dug into the disturbing details of the case with former prosecutor Melba Pearson.

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After just one day of gut-wrenching testimony in their abuse trial, Krista and Tyler Schindley decided to plead guilty to starving their adopted 10-year-old son. According to prosecutors, the couple also adopted the boy’s twin brothers, but the 10-year-old was the only one they abused. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber goes through the most disturbing parts of testimony that seemingly pushed the Schindleys to change their pleas.

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Mahendra Patel, 56, is behind bars without bond in Georgia after a woman accused him of trying to kidnap her child inside a Walmart store. Patel maintains he asked the woman where to find Tylenol and says there was never a so-called “tug-of-war” over the toddler. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber spoke to attorney Ashleigh Merchant, who says surveillance video from inside the store proves her client is innocent.

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Minnesota authorities say within hours of “Baby Angel” being born, her body was put in a bag and dumped in the Mississippi River. After more than a decade, Winona County prosecutors say they’ve finally identified Baby Angel's biological mother as Jennifer Baechle. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber spoke with Barbara Rae Venter, the founder of Firebird Forensics Group, about the huge impact genealogical research combined with DNA...

Controversial rapper Kanye West and his wife Bianca Censori announced that they plan to sue celebrity dentist Dr. Thomas Connelly on multiple grounds. West’s attorneys claim the rapper became addicted to nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, following a dental procedure in 2024, and that Connelly allegedly continued to provide West with the gas despite knowing the detrimental effect it was having on his brain. Law&...

Dr. Zvi Levran, 68, will spend at least the next decade behind bars after he was convicted of committing criminal sexual misconduct under the guise of medical exams and treatment. Levran, a prominent doctor who specialized in urology, worked closely with youth hockey players in the Detroit area. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber discusses the judge’s takedown of Levran in court with retired NYPD detective Tom Smith.

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An unidentified 15-year-old boy reported to Marion County, Florida authorities that his father allegedly walked in on him and his stepmother, Alexis Yates, having sex in the living room of his home. The teen was reportedly visiting his father for summer vacation. Now, as Yates faces a charge of sexual battery, her nursing license is on the line as well. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber discusses the disturbing details with Flor...

In-person jury selection will soon get underway in the federal racketeering and sex crimes trial of music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs. Recent court filings appear to indicate that the defense plans to call a doctor to talk about diminished mental capacity in relation to heavy drinking or drug use. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber discusses the latest developments with former federal prosecutor Neama Rahmani.

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Manhattan attorney and financial advisor Ryan Hemphill faces a 116-count indictment, over accusations that he lured women to his apartment and then engaged in sadistic abuse. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber has gruesome details from the charging documents and gets insight into what’s next in this legal saga with former Florida state’s attorney Dave Aronberg.

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A blizzard in Massachusetts. A Boston police officer found dead in the snow. His girlfriend, Karen Read, accused of murder. 

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Samuel Whittemore allegedly murdered his wife, Margaux, and injured his mother during a visit to his parents' home in Readfield, Maine back in February. Now a judge has made a decision about the next step in the legal process. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber discusses the latest developments with criminal defense attorney, former prosecutor, and former CIA agent Jack Rice.

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Sean “Diddy” Combs is just weeks away from his federal trial on sex crimes and racketeering charges in New York. During a pre-trial hearing, prosecutors revealed several shocking new details about the disgraced music mogul. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber got caught up on the latest courtroom developments with correspondent Elizabeth Millner, who was in the courtroom.

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When Tayvin Galanakis, then 19, was pulled over by police in Newton, Iowa in 2022 for leaving his high beams on, officers suspected he might be under the influence. Galanakis eventually did a breath test, which registered no alcohol in his system. Despite that, the officers arrested him anyway. Now a judge has ruled the city and officers cannot use qualified immunity as a defense in a civil case Galanakis filed against the...

Former NFL superstar turned commentator and podcaster Shannon Sharpe is facing allegations of rape and sexual assault from a Jane Doe, who is suing him for $50 million. Sharpe’s legal team released alleged text messages from Jane Doe to Sharpe, saying the alleged victim’s own words show their sexual contact was consensual. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber discusses the texts and newly leaked audio with litigator and criminal de...

Sean “Diddy” Combs wants one of the most important pieces of evidence against him to be banned from trial. Combs’ defense team claims the surveillance video of Combs allegedly beating his ex Casandra Ventura as she tried to escape has been manipulated too many times to be considered authentic. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber has the latest.

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Controversial civil attorney Tony Buzbee is targeting another prominent male celebrity with a lawsuit. This time, former NFL superstar Shannon Sharpe is named as the defendant. The $50 million lawsuit, filed on behalf of Jane Doe, claims Sharpe was abusive and manipulative and raped her on at least two occasions. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber goes over details from the lawsuit with civil attorney John Clune, who specializes ...

Christopher Taulbee, 19, allegedly confessed to Kentucky authorities that he killed his ex-girlfriend Dixieana Brainard and her new boyfriend Charles “Chuckie” Callaway. After the brutal crime, which reportedly happened in front of the baby Taulbee shared with Brainard, Taulbee was found naked and covered in blood. He reportedly told police he would tell them exactly what happened. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber got insight o...