Shweta Watson
Shweta Watson is a journalist and writer with over eight years of newsroom and digital media experience. A former Chief Copy Editor at The Times of India, she shaped copies and headlines in high-pressure newsrooms and has a soft spot for crime stories. With 1,000+ bylines in major newspapers, she starts her day writing, runs on coffee, and unwinds with crime shows. In another life, she’d be a stylist, a detective, or a cricket commentator.
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Long Island Park Shooting: Teen Killed, Two Injured During Barbecue Gathering
A 15-year-old boy was killed and two others injured in a suspected gang-related shooting at Eisenhower Park on Long Island on April 15 during a barbecue gathering.
Kim Kardashian Demands $145K in Legal Fees After Posting Wrong Photo, Faces Backlash
A New York man, Ivan Cantu, is asking a court to block Kim Kardashian’s request for $145,000 in legal fees after he lost a defamation lawsuit stemming from her mistaken social media post that identified him as a Texas death row inmate..
Loyalist Killer Robert Clarke Pushes for Custody-and-Release Arrangement in Legal Fight
Convicted killer Robert Clarke faces possible re-arrest after a court ruled he was wrongly released early. His legal team is seeking a deal to avoid prison.
Code Word for Savannah Guthrie On ‘Today’ Means The FBI is Closer Than You Think To Solving Missing Case: Expert
Savannah Guthrie has returned to Today amid her mother Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance. Insiders reveal a code word system to alert her on air if there are major developments.
Teen Shouts ‘It’s a Lie’ After Sentencing in Crash That Killed 11-Year-Old Girl, Family Says He Bragged Earlier
A Minnesota teen was sentenced to 44 months in prison after pleading guilty in a crash that killed an 11-year-old girl, with emotional courtroom outbursts and family reactions.
Megyn Kelly Blasts Sam Levinson, Questions Sydney Sweeney’s Controversial Scenes in Euphoria Season 3
Megyn Kelly is once again weighing in on Sydney Sweeney—this time calling her Euphoria storyline “sick” and urging Hollywood to “draw the line.”
Pennsylvania Man Sentenced for Killing Couple, Throwing Baby Into Pond After Woman Refused to Leave Husband
A Pennsylvania man was sentenced to three consecutive life terms after killing his girlfriend, her husband and their one-year-old son, shocking the community.
‘Psychological Brother’ Did Nothing as 11-Year-Old Was Starved and Forced to Watch Others Eat; Now Arrested
Authorities arrested a man in connection with the death of 11-year-old Miana Moran, who prosecutors say suffered severe malnutrition and untreated illness leading to her death.
Man Kills ‘Second Mother’ Before Setting House on Fire, Then Returns as Volunteer Firefighter
A 22-year-old Ohio man is accused of killing Ericka M. Kramer, setting her home on fire and returning to the scene as a volunteer firefighter. Authorities say the case remains under investigation.
“Absolute Legend”: Oklahoma Principal Hailed as Hero After Disarming Armed Former Student in School Lobby
An Oklahoma principal is hailed a hero after tackling an armed former student at Pauls Valley High School, preventing a potential tragedy.
Florida Doctor Who ‘Mistakenly Removed’ Wrong Organ Charged With Manslaughter After Patient Dies of Severe Blood Loss
Florida surgeon Dr. Thomas J. Shaknovsky is indicted for manslaughter after allegedly removing a patient’s liver instead of his spleen during a 2024 surgery that led to the man’s death.
Ex-Michigan Coach Avoids Jail Time After Breaking Into Former Assistant’s Home and Threatening Her With Knives
Former Michigan coach Sherrone Moore avoids jail time after pleading no contest to misdemeanors tied to a break-in and knife threat incident involving a former assistant.
Lancaster County Man Charged After Alleged Pipe Bomb for ‘Entertainment’ Accidentally Goes Off
A Pennsylvania man is facing multiple felony charges after accidentally detonating a pipe bomb in his shed, injuring himself while his family was nearby.
‘Little Rascals’ Star Bug Hall Arrested Again as Former Child Actor Faces New Legal Trouble in Ohio
‘Little Rascals’ star Bug Hall has been arrested in Ohio for failing to appear in court. The former child actor previously faced a drug-related arrest.
Nancy Guthrie Mystery Deepens as Expert Points to Possible ‘Revenge’ Motive Amid Lack of Clues
FBI profiler Dr. Ann Burgess, who inspired Mindhunter, shares a chilling theory in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, suggesting a possible revenge plot targeting her family.
Turning Point USA Journalist Dragged, Punched in Violent Anti-ICE Protest, Shocking Video Shows
Savanah Hernandez, a reporter with Turning Point USA, says she was assaulted by anti-ICE protesters in Minneapolis on April 12. Video of the incident has gone viral as authorities say charges are forthcoming.
Nancy Guthrie Case May Be 'Simple,' Ex-FBI Agent Claims Amid Ongoing Mystery
A former FBI agent says the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie may have a “simple” motive, suggesting a ransom plot as investigators continue to search for answers.
Man Killed in 45-Round Gunfire Attack While Walking With Wife After Dinner; Shooter Gets 18 Years
A Washington, D.C., man has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for the 2021 shooting of Jeremy Black, an innocent bystander walking with his wife after dinner.
US Faces ‘War Crimes’ Backlash After SOUTHCOM Kills 5 ‘Narco-terrorists’ in Eastern Pacific
The US military is facing backlash after killing five suspected drug traffickers in Eastern Pacific strikes, with critics and experts warning the operations may violate international law.
Nancy Guthrie Disappearance: Insider Drops Two-Word Bombshell as Case Goes ‘Quiet’ With No Updates
A senior officer alleges the investigation into missing Arizona resident Nancy Guthrie was deliberately undermined, as a DNA expert urges authorities to revisit the crime scene.
Oklahoma State Trooper Among Three Killed in Fatal Highway Crash Linked to Spilled Truck Load
Three people, including Oklahoma Highway Patrol Trooper Vernon Brake, were killed in a crash on I-35 in Oklahoma City after a vehicle lost control and crossed the median, authorities said.
Deadly Snowplow Crash Leaves Father Dead, Injures Youth Hockey Players En Route to Tournament
A Colorado snowplow driver is facing multiple charges after losing control and crashing into a van carrying a girls hockey team, killing one man and injuring several children.
Inside the Chilling Case of a Michigan Serial Killer Who Bathed Victims Before Killing Them
Between 1976 and 1977, four children were abducted and killed in Oakland County. Despite thousands of leads and modern DNA testing, the case remains unsolved.
Claims of Nancy Guthrie’s Death Meant to Torment Guthrie Family : Ex-FBI Agent
A former FBI agent says new ransom notes in the Nancy Guthrie case were timed to torment the family, raising doubts about the sender’s credibility.
Chicago Model, Expecting Second Child, Dies After Brutal Bar Attack; Police Hunt 4 Suspects
A 25-year-old Chicago model and father-to-be died after a brutal assault outside a West Belmont bar. Police are searching for four suspects and offering a $10,000 reward.
Fresno Mayor’s Messages to Trustees Stir Debate Over $200M Project
Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer is under scrutiny after text messages show he warned school board trustees not to oppose his 9,000-acre SEDA development, raising concerns over political pressure.
Maryland Woman Sentenced to 9 Years After Fatal Crash, Was Stopped for DUI a Day Earlier
A Baltimore woman has been sentenced to nine years in prison for killing a 78-year-old man in a drunk driving crash—just one day after being stopped for DUI nearby.
Woman Arrested After Allegedly Attacking Man in Hospital Bed with Pink Hammer Over Stolen Ashes
A 46-year-old woman has been charged after allegedly attacking a hospital patient with a hammer, claiming he stole her brother’s ashes. The victim remains in critical condition.
‘Ketamine Queen’ Gets 15 Years for Role in Matthew Perry’s Death
Jasveen Sangha, known as the “Ketamine Queen,” was sentenced to 15 years for supplying ketamine linked to Matthew Perry’s 2023 death. Prosecutors say a network of dealers and doctors enabled the fatal dose.
Ex-Army Employee Indicted for Allegedly Leaking Classified Information to Politico Journalist
Courtney Williams, a former U.S. Army employee, has been indicted for allegedly sharing classified National Defense Information with journalist Seth Harp, which was later published in a book and Politico article.
Oklahoma Man Who Killed Girlfriend, 7-Month-Old With Hammer Set for Execution After Clemency Denied
The Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board unanimously denied clemency for Raymond Eugene Johnson, sentenced to death for the 2007 murders of his ex-girlfriend and her infant daughter. His execution is set for May 14.
Florida Governor Issues 2-Word Response as Ex-Cop’s Execution Warrant Nears Expiration Amid DNA Fight
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has not ruled out signing a new death warrant for James Aren Duckett as the Florida Supreme Court reviews DNA testing claims that delayed his scheduled execution.
Influencer Blames Dog After Drugging Girlfriend—Now Faces 40 Years in Prison
Fort Worth influencer Cash Cartier, real name Kaleb Mickens, was sentenced to 40 years in prison for drugging and assaulting his girlfriend, then falsely blaming her death on his dog.
Oklahoma School Workers Arrested After Alleged Attacks on Young Students Months Apart
Two elementary school staff members in Elgin, Oklahoma, have been charged and fired after allegedly assaulting students in separate incidents, including one involving a chokehold.
Nancy Guthrie Case: Former FBI Agent Cites Four Key Errors, Questions Whether Justice Will Be Served
A former FBI agent and an insider raises serious concerns about early investigative missteps, lack of experience, and delayed federal involvement more than two months after Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance.
“Every Minute I Spent With Him, I Regret"—Bill Gates to Testify in Epstein Probe
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates is set to testify before the US Congress in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. He denies wrongdoing and says he regrets ever meeting Epstein.
She Was Followed Home, Killed — Then the Killer Changed Appearance With Plastic Surgery: Inside the Moriah Wilson Murder
The 2022 killing of cyclist Anna Moriah Wilson shocked the sports world. Here’s how the investigation unfolded, how Kaitlin Armstrong was captured, and why the case is back in focus.
Transgender Lawyer’s Violent Courtroom Meltdown Lands Him in Jail — Firm Shut Down
An Oklahoma attorney identified as transgender was arrested after going berserk during a custody hearing, later shutting down his law firm following the fallout from the courtroom incident.
‘I Am Proud To Be Her Husband,’ Says Army Sergeant After ICE Detains Newlywed Wife at Military Base
ICE detained a U.S. Army sergeant’s wife at a military base days after their wedding, sparking outrage as her decades-long life in the U.S. comes under scrutiny.
Wife Fought Back on Cliff’s Edge, Jury Told in Hawaii Attempted Murder Trial
The trial of a Hawaii anesthesiologist accused of trying to kill his wife during a birthday hike is nearing its end, with closing arguments expected April 7.
Nurse Allegedly Withheld 3-Year-Old’s Breathing Tube as She Gasped for Air — Lawsuit Claims ‘History of Abuse’
A Pennsylvania family has filed a negligence lawsuit against a home healthcare company after a nurse allegedly abused their medically fragile child and removed her tracheostomy tube, causing breathing distress.
Woman in Her 70s Stabbed Up to 16 Times While Walking Dog in Random Attack, Police Say
A 25-year-old Florida man has been charged with murder after allegedly stabbing a woman in her 70s to death while she walked her dog, with hate crime concerns raised after his court remarks.
Portland Man Charged After Alleged Bias Attack at McDonald’s, Claims He is “White-White”
A Portland man is accused of a racist rampage at McDonald’s for attacking employees and customers, and making a shocking claim to police during arrest.
Man Offering $100K to Find Nancy Guthrie Urges Witnesses— Don’t Call the Sheriff
A Wisconsin attorney offering a $100,000 reward in the Nancy Guthrie case is urging witnesses to submit anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers, while criticizing the early investigation.
Deadly Police Pursuit in Alabama Leaves 4 Dead After Car Slams into Tree
Four people were killed after a car crashed into a tree during an Alabama state trooper pursuit. The incident comes amid growing scrutiny of deadly police chases nationwide.
Arizona Man Murders Parents at Home for ‘Putting Him on Medication,’ Calls 911 to Confess
A 29-year-old Peoria man is accused of killing his parents with a hammer and knife before calling 911 to confess. Investigators say the victims had filed multiple mental health petitions against him.
Woman Allegedly Sets Family Home Ablaze While Trying to Reconcile Marriage as Husband and Son Look On
A 40-year-old Orlando woman has been charged with felony arson after allegedly setting a home on fire in Citrus County. Deputies say she walked out with her belongings before the blaze was discovered.
Ohio Man Utters 3 Disturbing Words Before Arrest, Sentenced to 20 Years for Fatal Crash That Killed Elderly Couple
An Ohio man with a blood alcohol level twice the legal limit has been sentenced to 20.5 years after a high-speed DUI crash on I-75 killed a Pensacola couple, Katherine and David Henson.
Nancy Guthrie Case: Back Route Abduction ‘Impossible,’ Ex-SWAT Chief Reveals Why
A former Arizona SWAT commander says it would be “not practical at all” to abduct missing 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie through the rough terrain behind her home, raising questions about the propped back doors.
Arizona Teen Missing Since 1994 Found Alive After 30 Years in Stunning Twist, But Questions Remain
Christina Marie Plante, who vanished from Arizona in 1994 at age 13, has been found alive after 32 years. Authorities confirmed her identity but have not released further details.