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California man charged more than a year after allegedly shooting and killing pregnant woman
A Berkeley, California, man was charged with murder after he allegedly shot and killed a 19-year-old pregnant woman. He was already in jail for a gang-related shooting.
Man attempts to rape ex-girlfriend, she ends up robbing and assaulting him instead, police said
A man in California attempted to rape his ex-girlfriend, police said. She escaped and came back later to rob and assault him. Both were arrested.
Teen drug dealer accused of murder after 12-year-old dies from fentanyl overdose: report
A 12-year-old girl died from a fentanyl overdose in California. Now, police say the teen drug dealer that sold the pill to her has been charged with murder.
He was mad his wife was insulted at a convenience store. Then, he found the man responsible and killed him.
A man who killed a person who insulted his wife at a California convenience store will head to prison for decades. He was seen on video with the murder weapon.
Retired police sergeant facing murder charges after suspected DUI crash in California
A retired police officer is facing murder charges after he allegedly crashed into a woman's car while he was driving drunk, killing her, police said.
He was shot in his home 28-years-old. Police say they have just arrested his suspected killer.
A man was murdered in 1993 in San Bernardino County, California, but his case went cold. Nearly three decades later, police say they arrested a suspect.
Boyfriend charged in missing California woman's death, cops say. Her body has not yet been found.
A California man already in jail for domestic violence was charged in connection to the murder of his missing girlfriend. Authorities are still looking for her body.
California mother allegedly murdered her children, ages 8, 5 and 3, before attempting to take her own life
A mother in California is allegedly murdered her three young children before attempting to take her own life, authorities said. She has now been charged.
Gang member stabbed homeless man to death for 'no apparent reason,' cops say
A homeless man in California was stabbed to death for "no apparent reason" by a gang member, police said. The suspect has been arrested and charged with murder.
Man shoots mother twice within close range, calls 911 to turn himself in, police say
A California man shot his mother twice within close range. Police say he then turned around and called 911 to turn himself in for the murder.
EXCLUSIVE: Wife-Killer Scott Peterson is profiled by FBI & police investigators in new REELZ documentary
A new documentary from REELZ looks at the famous case of wife-killer Scott Peterson and police along with FBI investigators profile the murderer.
Man opened fire during Christmas gift exchange killing his grandma, father's girlfriend: cops
California police say a man opened fire at a Christmas day gift exchange killing his grandmother and father's girlfriend. He has been charged with murder.
Woman accused of killing her boyfriend in California, cops say
A woman was charged with homicide in connection to the killing of her boyfriend in California, police announced. The two were in a relationship.
California couple arrested in connection with 2018 murder in Oregon
A married couple was arrested in California in connection with a murder that took place in Oregon in 2018. The victim was found in the woods.
California man shot dead in apartment, suspect and girlfriend accused of murder
A man was shot to death in California apartment. Now police say the suspect and his girlfriend have been arrested and charged in connection to the murder.
He killed a cop after performing an execution. A judge sent him to prison, but the cop's family remains disappointed.
A man was sentenced to prison for the killing of a cop and another man in California. The suspect also wounded another police officer in a shooting.
Police make arrest in 43 year old San Francisco cold case, authorities say suspect may have killed others
A teenager visiting San Francisco from New York more than 40 years ago was killed and the case went cold. Police say they have arrested a suspect in the case.
‘Prolific' robbery crew arrested for allegedly targeting Asian women in nearly year-long crime spree: Cops
Police in California recently arrested an alleged six-person robbery crew that targeted Asian females across multiple jurisdictions, officials said.
Tesla employee accused of ambushing, fatally shooting coworker after they got into dispute, police say
A Tesla employee was taken into custody after fatally shooting a male coworker at one of the automaker’s manufacturing factories in California, police said.
Kerry Patterson seemed to vanish from her California home in 1980. Here skull was later found, her killer was not.
Kerry Patterson seemed to go missing from her California hometown in 1980. Her skull was later found. But, the case has gone cold and the killer remains free.
Pool man accused of killing 93-year-old California woman for 'financial gain,' authorities say
A California man accused of slaying a 93-year-old woman has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder. The suspect worked for a pool service company.
A waitress was murdered in California. Decades later, police say DNA helped solve her killing.
DNA helped solve a cold case murder from 1996, cops say. The victim was murdered while working as a waitress. The suspect was already in jail for sexual assault charges.
SWAT team arrests man after 76-year-old’s body found in storage unit in California, cops say
A 76-year-old man's body was found in a storage unit in Sonora, California. Cops searched for the person responsible until the suspect was arrested by a SWAT team.
Man turns himself in for murder after allegedly shooting, killing a person
A man was murdered in Barstow, California on Dec. 6. Police identified a suspect and searched his home. Later, the suspect turned himself in to police on a murder charge.
Road rage incident leads to one man being killed, another accused of murder
A road rage incident in California led to one man being shot death and a second man being arrested and charged with his murder, police said.
Authorities in Mexico apprehend fugitives in connection to fatal shooting in crowded California diner
Authorities have arrested two fugitives who fled to Mexico after the murder of a man in a California diner late last summer. They were recently caught.
Suspects accused of double murder in California before police find the victims
Police suspect that two men were murdered in California and are still searching for their bodies. Cops have arrested one man, and his brother is still on the run.
Mother, son killed in deadly home shooting. Police say motive unknown as a suspect is on the run.
A mother and son were killed in a deadly home shooting in California. Police say the suspect fled the scene and the motive for the shooting is unknown.
Man murdered two people in California during an 'exchange of gunfire,' cops say
A man has been arrested after an exchange of gunfire resulted in two deaths in December 2020. Another murder suspect is on the run, police said.
Woman arrested for allegedly shoplifting over $300,000 in items from Prada, Gucci and other luxury retailers
An alleged shoplifter in Southern California is accused of lifting more than 2,300 items worth over $300,000 from multiple high-end stores, authorities said.
Alleged drug dealer charged with murder after California man dies from fentanyl, cops said
A drug dealer in California has been charged with murder after a 21-year-old man died from a fentanyl overdose sold to him, according to police.
Man kidnapped 8-year-old child near park in California, cops say
A transient man has been accused of kidnapping in California. Cops say he forced an 8-year-old child to enter his tent. The child escaped the area.
2 men break into home and assaulted a 9-year-old autistic boy while he slept, police say
Police say two men broke into a home in California and assaulted a 9-year-old boy with autism as he slept. The suspects fled the scene and police are searching for them.
Man denied loans accused of threatening to ‘start bombing’ Small Business Administration offices, ‘beating' staff
A California man denied loans is accused of making threats to bomb a Small Business Administration office and assault employees at the agency.
How DNA seemingly helped solve the 46-year-old killing of a girl looking for a ride home from Sunday School
An 11-year-old girl was kidnapped and murdered in California as she looked for a ride home from Sunday School. Her case went cold for 46 years until DNA helped.
California man led cops on high-speed chase after fatal mid-afternoon shooting: report
Hanford police said Jeremy Scott led a high-speed chase topping out over 100 mph after he reportedly shot and killed a 29-year-old California man.
Shooting leaves California man dead, another charged with murder, police say
A shooting in California left one man dead. Police say the suspect in the shooting has been arrested and charged with murder in Fresno County.
California man drives drunk causing head-on crash that kills 71-year-old man, police say
A California man drove drunk, which caused a head-on crash, authorities said. According to police, a 71-year-old man was killed and the driver is charged with murder.
California man allegedly stabbed and killed 2 people near railroad tracks
A man allegedly stabbed and killed two people near railroad tracks in Lodi, California. Police say the suspect and the victims knew each other.
San Diego police identify murder victim in 2000 cold case after adopted man uses DNA to search for parents
DNA and genetic genealogy have revealed the identity of a woman whose body was found burned in San Diego over 20 years ago. A relative helped make the ID with DNA.
He helped his family to commit suicide and told them he would do the same. Instead, he surrendered to the police.
A man was sentenced to prison in California for killing his kids and helping his wife commit suicide. He said he would kill himself but instead surrendered to police.
Husband allegedly shot and killed his wife while their 4-year-old child was in the next room
A man has been charged with murder after he allegedly killed his estranged wife. His wife's roommate and their child were in the next room at the time.
U.S. vet wanted to commit mass murder and blow up a political rally. He didn't downplay his desires, even during trial.
A U.S. veteran had a plan to commit mass murder by blowing up a political rally in California with a bomb. He was sentenced to federal prison for his crime.
Man allegedly shattered cars' windows, then threatened to shoot cops who arrived to arrest him
A man allegedly threatened to shoot cops after they tried to arrest him for vandalism. He has been arrested and charged with two counts of felony vandalism.
Man accused of raping woman he met through dating app. Police say there may be more victims.
A man in California is accused of raping a woman he met through the dating app "Shout." Police say there may be more victims in the Los Angeles area.
2 California men arrested after driver who crashed into their car on Halloween fatally shot
Two California suspects are behind after they got into a minor car crash and allegedly followed one of the drivers and shot him dead, police said.
Woman wakes to find naked man had broken into her bedroom, police said
A man faces charges after authorities say he broke into a home and tried to rape a woman. The woman woke and ran from her residence, police found the suspect half-naked.
California school band teacher accused of having sex with minor, police say there may be more victims
A school band teacher in California is accused of having sex with a minor. Police say there may be more victims. The teacher was arrested at his school.
Father, stepmother charged with murdering their young son almost 2 years after his body was found in storage bin
A couple in California were charged with murder after the body of their son was found in a storage bin in the family’s home, prosecutors said.
California woman found dead after leaving Halloween party with two active-duty Air Force members: Police
A woman was found dead over Halloween weekend in California. Two active-duty Air Force members have been arrested in connection to her death.
California ‘predator’ allegedly lured woman online for date that turned into 'horrendous, horrible rape': Cops
A California man allegedly repeatedly raped a woman at gunpoint that he met on a dating app, authorities said. Police are asking for other victims to speak out.
Registered sex offender in California now accused of killing his estranged wife
A San Jose man has been charged with homicide and assault with a deadly weapon in connection to the death of his estranged wife, police in California said.
He was caught in bed with a 16-year-old girl. He then murdered her and her family.
A California man was sentenced to prison for killing a teen and her family. The man was caught in bed with the teen by her stepdad before the shooting.
Band director at California charter school accused of putting a hidden camera on campus
A band director at a California is accused of putting a hidden camera on campus. He was charged with possession of child pornogrpahy and taken to jail.
Okaland man runs over suspect who was breaking into vehicles, police say
A woman in California was seen stealing from vehicles in a parking lot. Police say a man got in his car, ran her down and killed the suspect.
Man drunkenly crashes into taco truck killing one, the fled the area with beer in hand, police say
A California man crashed into a taco truck and jumped out of his vehicle with a beer in hand, police said. The suspect was charged with murder after a victim died.
Husband charged with murdering his wife nine months after she vanished. Police continue search for body.
A California mother of three vanished from her home last January, and her husband is now under arrest for suspicion of murder, police said.
A teen vanished while taking a bus in California 30 years ago. Police are now taking a new look at the cold case.
More than 30 years ago, a California teenager vanished while taking a bus. Now, Modesto police say they are taking a new look at the cold case.
Crossdresser stripped naked and exposed himself to 12-year-old girl in California, cops say
A crossdresser allegedly attempted to assault a 12-year-old girl in Corona, California. Police say he pushed her to the ground, stripped naked and made sexual comments.
Assault on two victims leads to hate crime charge for California man, police say
A California man beat up and assaulted two victims after a night out. Now, police say the man has been charged with assault and a hate crime.
Mom held drunken parties for teens and encouraged rape, officials say. Here's the details about the sex-fueled gatherings.
A mom held drunken and sex-fueled parties for teens in California, according to prosecutors. The suspect allegedly held numerous gatherings and encouraged rape.
Police arrest 3 suspects in 20-year-old cold case random stabbing attack after witnesses have ‘change of heart’
Police arrested three suspects for a 2001 cold-case murder after reinterviewing witnesses who were finally ready to talk, authorities said.
Police: Nebraska man smothered his two children to death
Two children were killed by being smothered to death, police say. Now, their father has been arrested and accused of their murders, police say.
California doctor accused of hitting a woman with his car and then fleeing the scene
A California doctor has been arrested after he allegedly fatally hit a woman with his car, then left the scene without calling for help, police said.
Has the 'Zodiac Killer' just been identified? Group says they have a strong suspect as the infamous killer.
A group of investigators say they have a strong suspect in the Zodiac Killer case. But, police refuted their claims as the serial killer's ID remains unknown.
Toddler shot in the leg in California, two suspects now charged in the wounding
A man and a woman were arrested after a toddler was shot in California. Police say the 2-year-old was shot in the leg due to the negligent handling of a handgun.
Mother arrested for double homicide after husband allegedly decapitated, displayed their children’s bodies: Sheriff
A mother is under arrest nine months after her son and daughter were found murdered and decapitated in their Los Angeles-area home, authorities said.
Man arrested for allegedly killing his half-brother for financial gain
A Minnesota man has been arrested for allegedly killing his half-brother in California. Police say the motive was financial gain. He has been charged with murder.
Ex-cop in California accused of stealing from the homes of dead people whose cases he was called to investigate
A former deputy with the Orange County Sheriff's Department in California is accused of stealing from homes of dead people whose cases he was called to investigate.
Convicted killer Scott Peterson to be resentenced this fall following court overturning his death sentence
Scott Peterson, the California man who was sentenced to death in 2005 for murdering his pregnant wife, Laci Peterson, must be resentenced, a judge has ruled.
Man allegedly runs over woman in Starbucks parking lot, accused of attempted murder
A California man allegedly ran over a woman in the Starbucks parking lot with his SUV. Now, police say he has been charged with attempted murder.
Body of former homicide detective, 87, found inside freezer at her California home, police say
An 87-year-old female ex-homicide detective’s body was found in a freezer in the California home she shared with her daughter, police said.
Mother arrested after dragging her daughter outside of the car while trying to drive drunk, cops say
A mother has been arrested after she allegedly dragged her 8-year-old daughter with her car. The child was trying to stop her from driving drunk, police say.
Botched butt-implant surgery on wannabe porn star leaves one dead, two facing murder charges
Two people face murder charges after a botched butt-implant surgery left a wannabe porn star dead, Los Angeles police said. The suspects were not medical professionals.
A police officer thought he was responding to a car wreck. There, he found a murderer who opened fire.
A gang member in California was convicted of killing a police officer and another man. Despite the conviction, prosecutors are mad they can't seek death.
Man accused of gunning down California couple during parking spot dispute arrested in Iowa
A man accused of killing a couple over a parking spot in California was arrested in Iowa, police said. The suspect was charged with murder, police said.
Cold case murder of 22-year-old 7-Eleven clerk cracked nearly 50 years after her death: Police
Police in California have used DNA to identify a suspect in the 47-year-old case of a woman who was murdered while working at a convenience store.
Murder suspect allegedly tied up 72-year-old man, stabbed him and then drowned him in bathtub
A suspect has been arrested in connection to an elderly California man found stabbed multiple times and drowned in a bathtub, authorities said.
Teen boy shoots and kills girl he was riding in car with, police say motive unknown
A teen boy in California shot and killed a teen girl while riding in a car with her. Police say the motive is unknown, but he has been charged with murder.
Police arrest suspect who allegedly traveled across country to kill man found fatally shot under tarp in 2013
Authorities announced they have identified and arrested a suspect from South Carolina in a nearly decade-old murder case across the county in California.
California mother accused of disabled son's death now faces murder charges in 4-month-old death: cops
A California mom charged in connection to one child's death has now been accused of murder in another child's killing, prosecutors announced.
Former California police officer accepted bribes, helped drug trafficker escort narcotic shipments: Feds
Former California police officer accepts plea deal admitting to accepting bribes from a drug trafficker, federal prosecutors said. He faces up to 10 years in prison.
Man, 18, accused of fatally shooting 17-year-old boy and claiming they were drive-by shooting victims: Police
An 18-year-old man in California is accused of gunning down another teen and telling cops he and the boy were victims of a drive-by shooting, officials said.
California high school teacher accused of sexual misconduct with 14-year-old former student
A teacher in California is accused of having sex with a 14-year-old student, police said. Authorities say it is possible there may be more victims in the case.
77-year-old plastic surgeon in L.A. accused of sexually assaulting two female patients
A 77-year-old plastic surgeon has been charged with sexual battery after he allegedly sexually assaulted two female patients in his care. He could face a maximum sentence of five years.
Man who assassinated Robert Kennedy granted parole, but there's a catch.
Sirhan Sirhan, who shot and killed Robert Kennedy, was granted parole in California. But, the decision needs more approvals before he leaves prison.
A trial made for television: The Menendez murder case became made-for-TV fodder
Here is a recap of the case against Lyle and Erik Menendez. The duo was convicted of killing their parents and now reside in the same California prison.
Living like a gangster: Now is your chance to own Al Capone's personal items
An auction features hundreds of personal items from Al Capone and his family. The Chicago mobster died years ago, and his family is selling possessions.
Teenager charged with three counts of murder after alleged street-racing crash in California
One of two teenagers involved in a deadly alleged street-racing crash that killed three people now faces murder charges, prosecutors announced.
Teenage hitchhiker raped along road, police say they have caught the suspect months later
A man in California faces charges after police say he sexually assaulted a teenage hitchhiker. The arrest comes months after the alleged rape.
Woman charged with murder after leaving accident scene her friend drowned, report says
A California woman left the scene of a crash where her friend drowned to death. Now, police have charged the driver with murder in connection to the wreck.
Driver ran down, killed bicyclist after dispute, California cops say
California truck driver charged with fatal hit-and-run after allegedly hitting a Riverside bicyclist with his car after a dispute, police said.
Alleged gang member in custody for robbery, carjacking, now accused of murdering woman he was dating
A California woman was shot dead and a man she was seeing, who was already under arrest for unrelated crimes, is now a suspect in her murder.
Suspect in custody after DNA identifies human remains found buried in shallow grave 18 years ago
DNA has helped investigators identity a woman found buried in a shallow grave in California in 2003 and take into custody a suspect in the cold case.
California man lured young girls via social media to isolated location to rape them, cops say
A man in Riverside, California, was arrested after he allegedly met girls through social media, then lured them to a location and sexually assaulted them, cops say.
Man kills girlfriend, injures their 4 children after allegedly driving SUV wrong way down freeway on purpose
A California man's girlfriend is dead after he allegedly, and on purpose, drove his vehicle the wrong way down the 101 Freeway, authorities said.
Suspect arrested for second time after DNA allegedly ties him to nearly 40-year-old murder of California mom
Police were able to use modern technology to identify the man they allege was responsible for the 1981 murder of a Carmel woman.
California mom, her two teens accused of fatally gunning down 13-year-old San Jose boy
San Jose Police said Margarita Santillan and her two teenage children with fatally shot a teenage boy during a fight in daylight. The three suspects have been charged.
He had a bomb in his hands and was ready to murder innocents in L.A. Then the FBI swooped in.
A former U.S. Army infantryman was found guilty of planning a terrorist attack in California. The vet was upset after the attacks in New Zealand.
Juvenile, 16, shot and killed shoe store employee after fight over Nike Dunk Low sneaker raffle: Police
A teenager is under arrest after a fight broke out during a sneaker raffle in California, police said. One person was killed and the suspect was charged with murder.
