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fromLos Angeles Times
9 hours ago

Former Orange County sheriff's deputy had child sexual abuse images on his phone, prosecutors say

Fernando Melo Flores, 40, faces up to four years and two months in prison if convicted on all counts. He was assigned to John Wayne Airport when he allegedly went to his ex-girlfriend's home at night and repeatedly called and texted her, prompting the woman to get a restraining order against him.
SF parents
Women in technology
fromwww.bbc.com
21 hours ago

Al Fayed enablers 'must face accountability', survivors say

Survivors of Mohamed Al Fayed's abuse demand justice for those who enabled his behavior and call for a public inquiry into his actions.
Intellectual property law
fromAbove the Law
5 hours ago

Turning Defense Into Offense - Above the Law

Jack Hughes' game-winning goal exemplifies a successful transition from defense to offense, paralleling patent litigators' proactive strategies against infringement allegations.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
15 hours ago

Armed boy shot dead in stairwell, court told

A teenager fatally shot a 14-year-old boy during a chase in Woolwich, London, leading to ongoing investigations and multiple arrests.
Law
fromGothamist
18 hours ago

Brooklyn prosecutors see exonerations dip amid NYC and nationwide decline, data show

Kenneth Windley was exonerated after nearly 20 years in prison, highlighting a decline in wrongful conviction exonerations in Brooklyn and nationwide.
#murder-trial
US news
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Mistrial declared after report that Conn. girl killed in 1986 had been placed in used body bag

A mistrial was declared in a murder case due to allegations of evidence contamination involving a body bag used in 1986.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Mistrial declared after report that Conn. girl killed in 1986 had been placed in used body bag

A mistrial was declared in a murder case due to allegations of evidence contamination involving a body bag used in 1986.
#crime
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
16 hours ago

Germany: Man found guilty in Pelicot-style rape case

Zhongyi J* was sentenced to over 11 years for attempted murder and aggravated rape, part of a broader investigation into a group of men abusing women.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
16 hours ago

Germany: Man found guilty in Pelicot-style rape case

Zhongyi J* was sentenced to over 11 years for attempted murder and aggravated rape, part of a broader investigation into a group of men abusing women.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Man sentenced for Hyde Park killing; victim and defendant were 'life-long close friends'

Isaiah Smith was sentenced to 24 years in prison for fatally shooting his friend Jose Feliz in 2024.
#true-crime
NYC parents
fromThe Mercury News
1 day ago

Decades of pain and mystery come to an end as Rex Heuermann admits being the Gilgo Beach killer

Rex Heuermann admitted to killing eight women, marking the resolution of a long-unsolved case that terrorized the New York metro area.
Film
fromThe Independent
6 days ago

Netflix users say same thing about 'essential' true-crime documentary

Netflix's documentary on Moriah Wilson is praised for sensitively portraying her life and the impact of her tragic murder.
Podcast
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 weeks ago

ABC takes true crime storytelling to new levels with 'Betrayal: Secrets and Lies'

The series 'Betrayal: Secrets and Lies' showcases true stories of deception, including paternity fraud and domestic abuse.
NYC parents
fromThe Mercury News
1 day ago

Decades of pain and mystery come to an end as Rex Heuermann admits being the Gilgo Beach killer

Rex Heuermann admitted to killing eight women, marking the resolution of a long-unsolved case that terrorized the New York metro area.
Film
fromThe Independent
6 days ago

Netflix users say same thing about 'essential' true-crime documentary

Netflix's documentary on Moriah Wilson is praised for sensitively portraying her life and the impact of her tragic murder.
Podcast
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 weeks ago

ABC takes true crime storytelling to new levels with 'Betrayal: Secrets and Lies'

The series 'Betrayal: Secrets and Lies' showcases true stories of deception, including paternity fraud and domestic abuse.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Woman dies in custody on drug charge at Brooklyn Central Booking, police say

Zamiqua Miller, a 33-year-old woman, died in police custody in Brooklyn after being found unconscious.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Man shot dead inside Brooklyn apartment as police hunt for gunman | amNewYork

A man was shot dead in a Brooklyn apartment, prompting a manhunt for the gunman by police.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days 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.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Unexplained death after Inglewood traffic stop sparks outcry, calls for police body cameras

Bryan Bostic died after a police stop, prompting calls for an independent investigation due to lack of information from authorities.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Labour MPs propose specialist sexual offences courts to help trials backlog

Labour MPs propose specialist courts for sexual offences to counter plans reducing jury trials in England and Wales.
#nypd
US news
fromFOX 5 New York
5 days ago

Former NYPD sergeant sentenced to 3 to 9 years in prison in cooler death case

A former NYPD sergeant was sentenced to 3-9 years for manslaughter after throwing a cooler at a suspect, causing a fatal crash.
US news
fromNBC New York
5 days ago

Ex-NYPD sergeant convicted in deadly picnic cooler toss faces years at sentencing

A former NYPD sergeant was sentenced to three to nine years for manslaughter in the death of Eric Duprey after throwing a cooler at him.
US news
fromFOX 5 New York
5 days ago

Former NYPD sergeant sentenced to 3 to 9 years in prison in cooler death case

A former NYPD sergeant was sentenced to 3-9 years for manslaughter after throwing a cooler at a suspect, causing a fatal crash.
US news
fromNBC New York
5 days ago

Ex-NYPD sergeant convicted in deadly picnic cooler toss faces years at sentencing

A former NYPD sergeant was sentenced to three to nine years for manslaughter in the death of Eric Duprey after throwing a cooler at him.
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Ontario warehouse arson suspect posted live video showing fire being ignited. Police investigating video

"You know, if you're not going to pay us enough... to afford to live, at least pay us enough not to do this," the man says while lighting a roll of toilet paper on fire.
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Media industry
fromIrish Independent
6 days ago

Why do we cover inquests when it can pain families? The objections to this are understandable, but often misplaced

Journalists face the challenging task of reporting on inquests, often intruding on grieving families, yet this can lead to powerful stories.
Information security
fromTheregister
6 days ago

Criminal wannabes even more dangerous than the pros

Ransomware is a significant current threat, targeting critical infrastructure and healthcare, causing immediate harm and financial losses.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
6 hours ago

Child molester faces new charges after Berkeley victim's sibling comes forward

Jack Jansen, 52, was convicted of sexually abusing a 7-year-old child in Berkeley a decade ago. With Jansen's jail sentence over, the sibling has made new allegations of abuse.
SF parents
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 week 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.
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days 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.
#jeffrey-epstein
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

James Comer Tells Fox News: Oversight Committee Will Hold Hearings With Epstein Victims

Rep. James Comer plans to hold hearings for survivors of Jeffrey Epstein, following Melania Trump's call for public testimony.
Law
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

After the release of the Epstein files, why have there been so few arrests?

No new charges have been brought in the Epstein investigation despite the release of extensive documents and ongoing calls for accountability.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Ex-FBI Agent Tells Fox News Prosecution Will Use Body Cam Footage at Tiger Woods's Trial

Prosecutors want to get the prescription records for Tiger Woods, including the date and time prescription was filled, the type of prescription, and all warnings including but not limited to operating a motor vehicle.
Law
Careers
fromSecuritymagazine
1 week 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.
Miami Marlins
fromwww.cnn.com
6 days ago

Suspect in Gilgo Beach serial killings expected to plead guilty in court today

Rex Heuermann is expected to plead guilty to the murders of seven women in a court hearing.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Crime victims and bereaved families given more time to challenge lenient sentences

Victims' Commissioner Claire Waxman expressed her delight at the government's decision, stating that the change is long overdue and acknowledges the years of campaigning led by bereaved families like Tracey Hanson, who sought justice following the tragic death of her son Josh.
Law
#murder
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Man denies murdering two women and raping another

A man has pleaded not guilty to murdering two women in London and faces multiple charges including rape and grievous bodily harm.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Man denies murdering two women and raping another

A man has pleaded not guilty to murdering two women in London and faces multiple charges including rape and grievous bodily harm.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Bondi Cannot Escape Accountability': Mace Insists She Will Get Ex-AG to Testify on Epstein

Rep. Nancy Mace insists Pam Bondi must testify before the House Oversight Committee despite claims she is no longer obligated to do so.
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Brooklyn activist pleads guilty to arson after setting fire to parked NYPD cars | amNewYork

Jakhi McCray turned himself in to police custody following the blaze on DeKalb Avenue between Wilson and Central Avenues in Bushwick and was charged with a federal arson count.
Brooklyn
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Criminal case against man shot by cops during mental health crisis will move forward | amNewYork

A Queens man shot by police during a mental health crisis faces criminal charges despite calls for dismissal from his mother and community members.
#murder-investigation
fromIndependent
2 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.
fromIndependent
2 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.
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

What Does Competence Mean When Litigation Happens In Real Time? - Above the Law

Competence in law is evolving as technology changes the speed and precision of decision-making in litigation.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

What the Epstein case teaches us about grooming podcast

People talk about Jeffrey Epstein as though he's special or as though he's mysterious in some way. That takes away from the truth of it, which is that there are lots of people like him.
Books
SF LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'A special constable raped me and made me fear for my life'

Tyler, a vulnerable 18-year-old, was manipulated by Bubb, a police officer, leading to a five-year abusive relationship marked by gaslighting and control.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

The Quiet Signals We Miss - Above the Law

Mental health struggles can be subtle and may not always present as distress, making it crucial to recognize changes in behavior.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Child seen in sex abuse videos identified after researcher spots school badge

Internet Watch Foundation researchers identified a child sexual abuse victim after years of searching by recognizing her school uniform in images, enabling police to locate and help her.
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Look Who's Back! Former Lawyer Of The Year Out Of Prison And Back In Hollywood. - Above the Law

Michael Avenatti, once a prominent lawyer, is now in a halfway house after serving time for multiple crimes including extortion and embezzlement.
#kelsey-fitzsimmons
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago
SF parents

'I had just lost everything': Kelsey Fitzsimmons testifies in her trial

Kelsey Fitzsimmons, a former police officer, is on trial for assault after being shot by a colleague while officers served a restraining order.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago
SF parents

Testimony of officer who shot Kelsey Fitzsimmons continues on day 2 of trial

Kelsey Fitzsimmons is on trial for assault and battery after being shot by a colleague during a restraining order service.
SF parents
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

'I had just lost everything': Kelsey Fitzsimmons testifies in her trial

Kelsey Fitzsimmons, a former police officer, is on trial for assault after being shot by a colleague while officers served a restraining order.
SF parents
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Testimony of officer who shot Kelsey Fitzsimmons continues on day 2 of trial

Kelsey Fitzsimmons is on trial for assault and battery after being shot by a colleague during a restraining order service.
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.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

Why False Accusations Are So Disturbing

False accusations are uniquely disturbing because they violate the just-world hypothesis, undermining our belief that fairness exists and people deserve their outcomes.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
1 month ago

Ali Eyal Gives Testimony

Iraqi artist Ali Eyal processes childhood trauma from the 2003 US invasion of Iraq through paintings that transform innocent memories into nightmarish visions of violence and loss.
Law
fromPoynter
1 week ago

Like journalists, prosecutors shaped a distorted view of crime. They can help fix it, too. - Poynter

Prosecutors and journalists both contribute to misleading public perceptions of crime, but prosecutors possess crucial data to tell a more accurate story.
Women
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

Psychology says the true crime audience is overwhelmingly women not because women are morbid but because women are the primary targets of the crimes being described - and learning the patterns isn't entertainment, it's threat intelligence dressed up as a podcast - Silicon Canals

Women's high consumption of true crime content represents threat assessment and safety education rather than morbid entertainment preference.
Law
fromSocial Media Explorer
2 weeks ago

How to Gather Evidence After a Bicycle Accident for a Strong Case - Social Media Explorer

Gathering evidence after an accident is crucial for legal claims and insurance settlements, influencing liability and recovery outcomes.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

The Epstein files and the danger of transparency without accountability

Releasing Epstein files without prosecuting exposed individuals and institutions fails victims, normalizes abuse, and emboldens perpetrators and potential abusers.
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

Man Caught Using Smart Glasses to Get Advice While Being Cross-Examined in Court

"In my judgment, the smart glasses were clearly connected to his mobile phone during his cross examination because no voice was heard out loud until his smart glasses were removed and disconnected from his glasses."
Law
#sex-trafficking
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
New York City

Accusers recall Alexander brothers allegedly luring them to lavish outings and raping them during trial testimony amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
New York City

Accusers recall Alexander brothers allegedly luring them to lavish outings and raping them during trial testimony amNewYork

Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Private investigators must be trained to spot signs of domestic abuse and stalking | Letter

Private investigators are being used by perpetrators to locate and surveil victims, undermining safety and requiring statutory regulation, mandatory abuse training, and accountability.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Lawyer Convicted Of Systematic Sexual Abuse Of Children - Above the Law

Bishop was found guilty on 24 counts of committing lewd acts on three minor victims, all described in court documents as victims under the age of 14. The span of these offenses covers multiple years. Evidence admitted at trial showed that Bishop possessed more than 600 images of child sexual abuse material depicting two of the minor victims.
Law
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'Natural storyteller' who demanded cigarette from man at knifepoint went to hug victim when given one

Martin McDonnell produced a large knife to demand a cigarette, kissed the injured party on the back of the neck, and pleaded guilty to knife production and theft.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Body found halfway across country ties back to horrific Calif. criminal

Ronald Joseph Cole was a 19-year-old with a shy smile and a buzz cut in 1965, the year he moved from San Diego to Fillmore, a town about 25 miles from Santa Clarita. He was just starting out in life and, hoping to find a job, moved in with his older half-brother David LaFever. By May 1965, Cole had stopped contacting relatives. He had disappeared.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Eyewitnesses, AI, and Inflatable Goats

Prior beliefs and cultural frameworks shape eyewitness perception, causing misidentifications like Columbus mistaking manatees for mermaids and misreading ancient bas-reliefs as SCUBA divers.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Gang sign testimony deemed fair play for attempted murder conviction amNewYork

Gang-related evidence and expert testimony about slang and signs supported motive and accessorial liability, sustaining the attempted murder conviction.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The Betrayal of a Friend's False Testimony

A man who gave false testimony as a teenager, coerced by police, now seeks redemption while three wrongfully imprisoned friends fight to overturn their convictions decades later.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month 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.
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US news
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The Betrayal of a Friend's False Testimony

A teenager's coerced confession during police interrogation led to three friends being imprisoned for murder, creating lifelong guilt he attempts to address through legal proceedings decades later.
#sex-trafficking-trial
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
Law

Alexander brothers' defense team takes final swipe at victims' credibility in closing arguments after month-long trial | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
Law

They carried out a playbook': Closing arguments begin in Alexander brothers sex trafficking trial | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
Law

Alexander brothers prosecutors rest early, alleging defense intimidated victims out of testifying | amNewYork

Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Alexander brothers' defense team takes final swipe at victims' credibility in closing arguments after month-long trial | amNewYork

Defense attorneys for three luxury real estate brothers charged with sex trafficking argue accusers regret consensual encounters rather than experienced crimes, claiming insufficient evidence supports trafficking convictions.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

They carried out a playbook': Closing arguments begin in Alexander brothers sex trafficking trial | amNewYork

Three real estate brothers face federal sex trafficking charges with prosecutors presenting evidence of a systematic pattern of luring, drugging, and assaulting multiple women through coordinated schemes.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Alexander brothers prosecutors rest early, alleging defense intimidated victims out of testifying | amNewYork

Defense attorneys for luxury real estate brothers Alon, Oren, and Tal Alexander began their case after prosecutors alleged intimidation tactics caused two victims to withdraw from testifying in their federal sex trafficking trial.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Alex Pretti did not brandish gun, witnesses say in sworn testimony

Witnesses say Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old ICU nurse, was unarmed when federal agents tackled and fatally shot him in Minneapolis.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Jury shown CCTV of drive-by shooting at wake

A drive-by shooting outside a Harlesden church killed Michelle Sadio and injured two, with four defendants denying murder and evidence focusing on an electronic tag.
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.
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Opinion: In all the uproar over Epstein, remember the victims

Released Epstein files remain poorly organized and difficult to navigate, hindering public understanding of the full scope of the sex trafficking conspiracy despite millions of pages being available.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

'Pink coat lady' who filmed Alex Pretti's killing speaks out: 'It could be any of us'

Video from Stella Carlson shows Alex Pretti's legal firearm was confiscated by agents before he was fatally shot by DHS agents.
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Renee Good's family shares independent autopsy results, says DOJ is withholding evidence

The 37-year-old poet and mother-of-three was killed by an ICE officer January 7 in Minneapolis, Minnesota during what Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem called "targeted operations" near East 34th Street and Portland Avenue. Noem alleged that "rioters began blocking ICE officers," claiming that Good "weaponized" her vehicle by attempting to run over agents. Noem labeled Good's actions as "domestic terrorism" and those of the officers as "self defense," but multiple eyewitness accounts and video footage from the incident contradict this.
US politics
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

'Nothing about what is going on here is normal': A fight over evidence in Good, Pretti cases

State and county lawyers sought court orders to prevent federal agencies from destroying evidence and to compel evidence sharing after alleged mishandling in fatal shootings.
fromSocial Media Explorer
2 months ago

The Role of Witnesses in Strengthening Your Injury Case - Social Media Explorer

Witnesses play a crucial role in personal injury cases, often serving as the backbone of the evidence presented in court. Their testimonies can provide essential context and details that may not be captured through physical evidence alone. In many instances, the accounts of witnesses can corroborate the claims made by the injured party, lending credibility to their narrative. This is particularly important in personal injury cases, where the burden of proof lies with the plaintiff. A strong witness can help
Law
Law
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

Video evidence and eye witness accounts: The science behind why people see different things

The same police dashcam footage of a 2007 high-speed chase and collision produced sharply different interpretations, culminating in the Supreme Court ruling for the officer.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Tomorrow: Tales From The Witness Stand - What 'Winning' Expert Testimony Looks Like - Above the Law

Effective expert testimony requires credibility, clear translation of jargon, strategic cross-examination, and preparation incorporating technology to persuade judges and juries.
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.
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.
Law
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago

When Evidence Can Be Deepfaked, How Do Courts Decide What's Real? | The Walrus

Advances in AI deepfakes will erode trust in photographic and audio evidence, undermining legal practice unless evidence laws and forensic methods adapt.
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