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Hitchhiking Horror Stories: These Killers Targeted People Who Just Needed a Lift to Their Next Destination
Here is a list of killers who targeted hitchhikers for their crimes. The suspects murdered and sometimes raped the victims. Many of the cases are well known.
By Taneia SurlesApril 23 2024, Published 4:02 p.m. ET
FEATURES
Catching the Chameleon: How 3 Women Unraveled the Bear Brook Serial Killer Mystery (FPD Case Vault)
Four bodies in barrels, a mystery kidnap victim, and a serial killer with multiple identities. How three women unraveled the perplexing New Hampshire case.
By Nick HardingApril 6 2024, Published 10:02 a.m. ET
NEWS
The Chilling Stories Behind 11 Cases of Domestic Terrorism That Shocked the Nation
Each time America faces a case of domestic terrorism, it shocks the country. Here are some of the most notable cases of mass murder in the country's history.
By Taneia SurlesMarch 6 2024, Published 12:02 p.m. ET
FEATURES
George Hodel: Doctor. Genius. Serial Killer? How One Man Has Become the Main Suspect in the Black Dahlia Slaying.
George Hodel was a doctor in Los Angeles but has long been considered a prime suspect in the killing of Elizabeth Short, also known as the Black Dahlia.
By Michael EastMarch 4 2024, Published 12:02 p.m. ET
FEATURES
Jodi Arias and Her Fatal Obsession: Inside the Mind of a Master Manipulator and Murderer (FPD Case Vault)
Accused of brutally murdering her boyfriend after he jilted her, Jodi Arias showed herself to be a masterful manipulator in court.
By Front Page Detective StaffMarch 1 2024, Published 2:02 p.m. ET
COLD CASES
‘We Didn’t Ask for This Battle’: The Murder of a 10-year-old Girl Continues to Baffle a Washington Town
Lindsey Baum went missing in 2009 and her remains were found years later. There have been persons of interest, but police have yet to make an arrest.
By Jean CampbellFeb. 18 2024, Published 3:01 p.m. ET
NEWS
Danger on the streets: Two Brits were walking in London, only to find their killer along their path
Sabina Nessa and Sarah Everard were both killed as they walked along London streets in recent months. Their homicides have sparked outrage and calls for change.
By Jean CampbellSept. 29 2021, Published 2:38 p.m. ET
INVESTIGATIONS
'Like a bad dream': How an up-and-coming Hollywood actress was brainwashed into a sex cult
Allison Mack was an actress who appeared on shows such as Smallville, but her secret life included a role in the sex cult NXIVM. Now she could head to prison for it.
By Front Page Detective StaffJune 29 2021, Published 2:22 p.m. ET
FEATURES
Crazy crimes connected to the social media platform TikTok, and one time it helped solve a cold case
Here are some crimes connected to the social media platform TikTok and its users. The app and its users even helped solve a cold case in Arizona.
By Taneia SurlesJune 29 2021, Published 9:45 a.m. ET
SERIAL KILLERS
The Connecticut River Valley Killer: Why the prime suspect hasn't been ID'ed as a serial murderer.
The Connecticut River Valley Killer murdered 7 women in Vermont and New Hampshire. While many say there is a prime suspect, police say he is not the serial killer.
By Jean CampbellJune 26 2021, Published 9:35 a.m. ET
FEATURES
Here are some TV shows inspired by real-life True Crime events. How many have you seen?
You may have seen the TV shows, but do you know the real-life, True Crime events that inspired them? Here are some popular shows based on real crimes.
By Taneia SurlesJune 24 2021, Published 9:38 a.m. ET
INVESTIGATIONS
A Yale's student murder looked like road rage at first glance. But, when police dug deeper, they found more to the crime.
A Yale student was murdered in February and his alleged killer was arrested in Alabama months later. Arrest warrants show new details on the crime and the police investigation.
By Front Page Detective StaffJune 17 2021, Published 1:09 p.m. ET
FEATURES
From YouTube to criminal: How threats on social media turned to actual crimes
Some on YouTube make threats and act on their warnings. Here are the stories about how some who posted on social media became killers and criminals.
By Taneia SurlesJune 7 2021, Published 4:14 p.m. ET
SERIAL KILLERS
The story behind early serial killers The Bender Family and the ties to 'Little House on the Prairie'
"The Little Hosue on the Prairie" is one of the classic pieces of American writing, but did you know there is a tie to the early serial killers the Bender Family?
By Jason CollinsMay 26 2021, Published 2:25 p.m. ET
FEATURES
They were convicted and behind bars. But were let out to commit more crimes. How did it happen?
Here are some famous cases, and the reasons why, convicted criminals were let out of prison and committed more crimes. They include Willie Horton and Wayne Dumond.
By Jean CampbellMay 21 2021, Published 2:26 p.m. ET
FEATURES
The woodchipper murder: How the effort to cover up a killing both disgusts and impresses
Helle Crafts' murder has gained fame for the way her husband tried to cover it up by putting her through a woodchipper. Here is the story of their lives and her death.
By Jason CollinsMay 11 2021, Published 1:59 p.m. ET
FEATURES
An unthinkable murder: Shocking cases of mothers killing their own children.
Here are famous cases where mothers murdered their own children. In some cases, the moms tried to blame the deaths on others before confessing to their crimes.
By Taneia SurlesMay 9 2021, Published 12:07 p.m. ET
FEATURES
The Death of a Tejano Pop Sensation Selena and a shot heard through the music world
Selena Quintanilla was a pop star blurring Latin and pop music in the early 1990s. But, her life was cut short in murder. Here is the story of her celebrity life and death.
By Jean CampbellMay 2 2021, Updated 1:08 p.m. ET
FEATURES
10 takeaways from bombshell new report on efforts to solve ‘Holy Grail’ of FBI cases — where is Jimmy Hoffa?
Jimmy Hoffa's kidnapping and likely murder might be the most investigated case of all time. A new report from RadarOnline.com reveals new details on the efforts to find his remains in Michigan, New Jersey and Canada.
By Front Page Detective StaffApril 22 2021, Updated 12:07 p.m. ET
FEATURES
Ending where it started: Virginia abolishes the death penalty after 1,300 executions
Virginia became the first Confederate state to abolish the death penalty when it changed its law last month. The state had performed more than 1300 executions.
By Victor FakunleApril 16 2021, Updated 10:13 a.m. ET
FEATURES
Sex, mutilation murder: The details of a killing in Japan keep it in the spotlight even 100 years later
Convicted murderer Sada Abe reached celebrity status in Japan because of how she killed. It's a story of sex and a man being mutilated. Here are the details of her crime.
By Jason CollinsApril 9 2021, Updated 1:38 p.m. ET
FEATURES
13-year-old shot and killed by Chicago police. How did it happen and what are the next steps?
13-year-old Adam Toledo was shot and killed by police after a chase last week. Chicago police say an investigation is ongoing and bodycam footage should be released. Some are calling for police reform in the aftermath.
By Front Page Detective StaffApril 7 2021, Updated 8:57 a.m. ET
NEWS
Lisa Montgomery became the first federal female execution in 70 years. Could it be that long for the next?
Lisa Montgomery became the first federal death penalty execution in 70 years. But, with a change in president's could she be the last for another 70 years?
By Victor FakunleMarch 31 2021, Updated 1:58 p.m. ET
FEATURES
RASPUTIN’S MURDER: HOW MUCH IS TRUE AND HOW MANY TIMES CAN ONE MAN DIE?
Rasputin, the "Mad Monk of Russia," is a notorious political figure in the early 20th Century. He was murdered, but just how much of how he was killed is true?
By Jason CollinsMarch 22 2021, Updated 2:02 p.m. ET
FEATURES
'IT’S STILL VERY RAW': FAMILY, POLICE REACT AS VIDEO OF COP MOMENTS BEFORE MURDER IS RELEASED.
A police officer was murdered in South Carolina in the fall and officials released a video of his shooting. But, his family wants people to remember him for his smile and attitude.
By Alex LangMarch 20 2021, Updated 3:37 p.m. ET
FEATURES
SEXUAL PREDATORS AT NEW JERSEY FEMALE PRISON: GUARDS ACCUSED OF VIOLENCE, SEXUAL ABUSE AND COVER-UP!
The Edna Mahan prison in New Jersey has found itself in several controversies. In the latest, guards are accused of assault and a cover-up.
By Victor FakunleMarch 18 2021, Updated 12:41 p.m. ET
FEATURES
THE MANY LIVES OF GOLDMAN SACHS: HOW THE LATEST BILLION DOLLAR SCAM IS THE LATEST IN A HISTORY OF CONTROVERSIES
The financial giant Goldman Sachs has a history of controversies. In the latest, it paid billions of dollars in the Malaysia 1MDB scam.
By Victor FakunleMarch 13 2021, Updated 9:53 a.m. ET
FEATURES
HERE ARE THE MEN CURRENTLY ON THE FBI'S 'TOP 10 MOST WANTED' LIST AND THE CRIMES THEY ARE SUSPECTED OF COMMITTING
Here are the people currently on the FBI's "10 Most Wanted" list and the crimes that police say they committed. Some have spent years on the list.
By Taneia SurlesMarch 9 2021, Updated 9:08 a.m. ET
FEATURES
THE KILLERS ARE KNOWN, THE VICTIMS ARE NOT: THE STORY OF FOUR DOES WHO HAD THEIR LIVES AND IDENTITIES STOLEN.
Here are the stories of four people murdered by serial killers, though their identities have never been confirmed.
By Jean CampbellMarch 3 2021, Published 12:36 p.m. ET
MURDER & MAYHEM
A YEAR AGO, GANNON STAUCH'S MISSING PERSON CASE BECAME A MURDER WITH STEPMOM CHARGED. THE CASE HAS ONLY GOTTEN WILDER SINCE.
Letecia Stauch, the stepmom of Gannon Stauch, was arrested in connection to his murder one year ago, despite pleading for his return after he went missing. Now, she plans to represent herself at trial.
By Alex LangMarch 2 2021, Published 5:01 p.m. ET
Latest News
FPD INVESTIGATION: EXAMINING NEW YORK GOVERNOR ANDREW CUOMO'S 'MYSTERIOUS TIES' TO ORGANIZED CRIME
In a recent filing, federal authorities claim that former New York labor leader James Cahill – a pal of Governor Cuomo – has strong ties to organized crime.
By Jim VassalloFeb. 25 2021, Updated 12:56 p.m. ET
FEATURES
FPD INVESTIGATION: DUMPSTER SLASHER — IS THERE A SERIAL KILLER TARGETING BLACKS IN CHICAGO?
A series of horrific burnings in the city have residents terrified
By Rachel BrooksFeb. 25 2021, Updated 12:56 p.m. ET
FEATURES
THE STORY OF THE LIZZIE BORDEN MURDERS — ONE OF AMERICA'S EARLIEST CAPTIVATING CASES
Lizzie Borden was accused of murdering her parents in Massachusetts in the 19th Century. Her case became one of the first notable trials in the U.S.
By Jason CollinsFeb. 25 2021, Updated 10:42 a.m. ET
FEATURES
A YOUNG NURSE WAS RAPED AND MURDERED AS SHE WENT FOR A JOG. THE SUSPECT TOLD A PSYCHOLOGIST HE 'TRIED MESSING WITH HER A BIT'
Quake Lewellyn was found compentent to stand trial by a psychologist. He is accused of murdering Sydney Sutherland as she was out for a jog in Arkansas.
By Front Page Detective StaffFeb. 24 2021, Published 1:13 p.m. ET
MISSING
WHERE IS MELISSA CADDICK? THE MYSTERY OF THE MISSING FINANCIAL HIGH-FLIER AND THE $20 MILLION THAT DISAPPEARED WITH HER
Melissa Craddick is accused of making off with millions of dollars of other people's money in a Ponzi scheme. Police continue to search for her after she disappeared following a raid.
By Dominic UttonFeb. 23 2021, Updated 9:13 a.m. ET
FEATURES
DID YOU KNOW THESE FAMOUS MURDER CASES WERE INSPIRED BY TV AND MOVIES?
Some of the country’s most notorious killings in recent memories were inspired by portrayals in movies and television. Here are some of the cases and the inspirations that led to the crime sprees.
By Anna PietrzykFeb. 22 2021, Updated 12:50 p.m. ET
FEATURES
5 THINGS THE CHRIS WATTS NETFLIX DOCUMENTARY DIDN'T SHOW — FIGHTS, AFFAIRS & MORE
The Chris Watts Netflix documentary gave insight into the shocking crime. However, some details were left out. OK! takes a closer look.
By Front Page Detective StaffFeb. 18 2021, Updated 10:43 p.m. ET
FEATURES
DEEP DIVE: LANA TURNER, FEMME FATALE — THE MOVIE STAR, THE MOBSTER & THE MURDER
Lana Turner’s boyfriend, gangster Johnny Stompanato, was fatally stabbed by the actress’s only child.
By Front Page Detective StaffFeb. 18 2021, Updated 10:38 p.m. ET
FEATURES
MURDER ON THE RIO GRANDE — HOW DRUG CARTEL LOS ZETAS INVADED AMERICA WITH BLOOD ALL OVER ITS HANDS
The merciless Mexican drug cartel is building mountain of headless corpses.
By Front Page Detective StaffFeb. 18 2021, Updated 10:38 p.m. ET
FEATURES
DEEP DIVE: DICK ROLLAND & THE TULSA RACE RIOTS — THE BURNING OF BLACK WALL STREET
An accusation of assault leads to race riots that engulf a whole city
By Anna PietrzykFeb. 18 2021, Updated 10:37 p.m. ET
FEATURES
EXCLUSIVE: GERALDO RIVERA RECALLS THE DAY HE SPENT WITH SERIAL KILLER CHARLES MANSON — 'HE THREATENED TO KILL ME'
When I sat down with my producers to discuss this season’s episodes of Murder in the Family, I insisted that we dig deep into the story of Charles Manson, Roman Polanski and Sharon Tate.
By Geraldo RiveraFeb. 18 2021, Updated 10:34 p.m. ET
MURDER & MAYHEM
EXCLUSIVE: GERALDO RIVERA INVESTIGATES ROBERT BLAKE'S INVOLVEMENT IN BONNIE LEE BAKLEY'S MURDER — SOMETHING 'YOU'LL NEVER FORGET'
There are few American actors who literally grow up in front of the camera. Jodi Foster maybe? And Drew Barrymore possibly? Perhaps the very first American kid to enter our hearts and entertain us for generations was Robert Blake.
By Geraldo RiveraFeb. 18 2021, Updated 10:34 p.m. ET
FEATURES
THE DIRTY SECRETS ABOUT SOUTH KOREA'S POLICE INTERROGATION TECHNIQUES
Police interrogation methods in South Korea have resulted in a spate of false convictions – with tragic results
By Anna PietrzykFeb. 18 2021, Updated 10:33 p.m. ET
FEATURES
FPD INVESTIGATION: CATCHING A MONSTER—INSIDE THE SECRET LAIR OF PRIME SUSPECT IN MADELEINE MCCANN'S DISAPPEARANCE
How detectives closed the net on the suspected killer of Madeleine McCann
By Dominic UttonFeb. 18 2021, Updated 10:33 p.m. ET
FEATURES
EXCLUSIVE: ROBERT WAGNER COULD FACE GRAND JURY IN WIFE NATALIE WOOD'S TRAGIC DEATH
Robert Wagner, who will turn 91 this month, faces the real prospect of a grand jury interrogation into the mysterious drowning death of his wife Natalie Wood — 38 years after she fell to a grizzly and watery grave off the coast of Catalina Island, Calif.
By Front Page Detective StaffFeb. 18 2021, Updated 10:32 p.m. ET
FEATURES
BODY OF BRITISH MILLIONAIRE RECOVERED OFF THE COAST OF BARBADOS AFTER TRAGIC DROWNING DEATH
Business Mark Smith was starting over in Barbados – but drowned while swimming in unsafe waters.
By Front Page Detective StaffFeb. 18 2021, Updated 10:31 p.m. ET
Latest News
DEDICATED MOM, PERSISTENT AGENT: WHAT WE KNOW ABOUT THE TWO FBI AGENTS KILLED IN MIAMI SHOOTOUT
FBI agents Laura Schwartzenberger and Dan Alfin were killed in a shooting in Miami, Florida last week. During their funerals, officials talked about their lives and interests..
By Front Page Detective StaffFeb. 10 2021, Updated 11:45 a.m. ET
COLD CASES
VICTORIA ROSE MILLER WAS MURDERED – AND HER FAMILY HOPES A PODCAST BRINGS HER KILLER TO JUSTICE
Can a podcast help solve the murder of Florida mom Victoria Rose Miller? Her Cold Case in Boyton Beach has left investigators stumped on who is her killer.
By Front Page Detective StaffFeb. 9 2021, Updated 6:50 p.m. ET
NEWS
WOMAN TELLS NATIONAL TV PROGRAM HOW PEDOPHILE NEIGHBOR ABDUCTED HER AT 10, BURIED HER IN DUNGEON AS POLICE SEARCHED PROPERTY
Katie Beers speaks with Dr Oz about the harrowing experience after her kidnapping and sexual assault. She recounted her case in a national TV show.
By Chris SpargoFeb. 9 2021, Updated 6:48 p.m. ET

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