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Beauty queen, 27, found dead in Mexico City apartment as police eye mother-in-law in ‘murder’ case
A 27-year-old former beauty queen was found shot dead in a Mexico City apartment. Authorities are investigating her mother-in-law and husband. True Crime
California Woman Arrested After Alleged Racist Remarks and Assault on Police During Park Incident
California woman charged after allegedly biting a police officer during a park incident in San Diego, as viral video sparks debate online. Celebrity Crimes
Tory Lanez Allegedly Put $1M Price Tag on Each Injury After Attack
Rapper Tory Lanez recently sued the California prison system after being stabbed 16 times by an inmate Celebrity Crimes
Rapper Ice Spice Targeted in Brazen McDonald’s Assault With No Warning
Rapper Ice Spice recently got embroiled in an altercation in a California McDonald's, with her attorney calling it an "unprovoked attack" INVESTIGATIONS
Best Friend Gets Emotional After Woman Found Dead in Big Sur
A 37-year-old woman found dead under suspicious conditions in Big Sur is being remembered by her best friend as police continue their investigation and await toxicology results. True Crime
Hikers Describe Chilling Details After Finding Woman’s Body on California Trail as Officials Call Case ‘Suspicious’
Authorities are investigating the “suspicious” death of 37-year-old Joanna Ruth Shield, whose body was found on a remote California trail, as officials await toxicology results. NEWS
Four Women Speak Out as Eric Swalwell Abandons Governor Bid
Congressman Eric Swalwell exits California’s governor race after multiple sexual misconduct allegations surface, denying claims as the Democratic contest faces a major shake-up weeks before voting. NEWS
Mother’s Car Plunges Into Canal in Hit-and-Run — 9-Year-Old Son Found Dead Miles Away
The body of a 9-year-old boy was found floating in a canal miles from the crash site after a hit-and-run driver allegedly forced his mother’s vehicle into the water, according to police. MURDER & MAYHEM
Police Strike Suspect With Vehicle Following Officer’s Death in Shocking Incident
Deputies in California recently killed a man by running him over with an armoured vehicle after he shot and killed an officer Latest News
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. True Crime
California Deputy Killed Serving Eviction Notice; Gunman Dies After Standoff
A California sheriff’s deputy was killed while serving an eviction notice in Porterville, leading to a hours-long standoff that ended with the gunman’s death, officials said. Celebrity Crimes
‘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. NEWS
California Supreme Court Overturns Murder Verdict, Cites Juror Removal Error
The California Supreme Court overturned Timothy Joseph McGhee’s murder conviction and death sentence, citing a juror’s improper removal during deliberations. INVESTIGATIONS
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. True Crime
‘Chilling’ 10-Word Message From Daughter Reveals Dark Truth About Her Dad Before Murder Rampage
A custody dispute led police to uncover a gruesome crime scene in Fresno—nine family members dead inside a home ruled by Marcus Wesson. Survivors later revealed years of abuse and control. True Crime
Teen Kills ‘Friend’ Over Jeans; Father Shares Chilling Account of Son’s Final Moments
A Northern California teenager allegedly shot and killed a friend over a pair of Ksubi jeans after the victim refused to sell them. Read the chilling details of the incident. True Crime
‘Is My Mom Okay?’: 5-Year-Old Watches ‘A Minecraft Movie’ as Mother Is Shot in the Head by His Father in the Garage
A Seattle man is accused of shooting his pregnant ex-girlfriend in the head while their 5-year-old son watched “A Minecraft Movie” during a garage attack. Trending
Florida Mom’s Chilling Plot to Kill Her 3-Year-Old Son Draws Backlash, But No Prison Time — Here’s Why
Jazmin Paez pleaded guilty to plotting her child’s murder via a fake hitman site but will avoid prison, receiving probation and mental health treatment. MURDER & MAYHEM
Three Children Escape Home After Father Kills Mother in Sacramento Murder-Suicide
Three children escaped unharmed after a domestic violence incident in Sacramento County where deputies found two adults dead. Authorities are investigating the case. MURDER & MAYHEM
‘Not a True Match for the Tragedy’ Family Outraged as Driver, 80, Avoids Prison After Bus Stop Crash Kills Family of Four
The 80-year-old accused Mary Fong Lau was sentenced to two years of probation, and her driver’s license was suspended for three years. INVESTIGATIONS
'Severely Malnourished' 11-Year-Old Abused by Couple, Kept in Garage and Dragged With Leash, Authorities Say
A California couple faces 27 charges including torture after allegedly abusing an 11-year-old girl. One of the accused worked as a child services case manager. Crime Archives
FBI Offers $1M Reward for 300-Pound Suspect in 2019 L.A. Killing on Most Wanted List
The FBI is offering a reward of up to $1,000,000 for information leading to the arrest of California-based Omar Alexander Cardenas. Crime Archives
HIV-Positive Home-Invasion Rapist Who Assaulted Woman in Her Sleep Freed After Serving Just 11 Years, Sparking Outrage
Roberto Detrinidad will be released by May 5 if California Governor Gavin Newsom does not intervene against the parole order. SERIAL KILLERS
Serial Killer’s Chilling Five-Word Justification for 20 Brutal Murders
Richard Ramirez also called the 'Night Stalker' murdered at least 15 people during home break-ins, most of which occurred at night. Celebrity Crimes
Ex‑MLB Star Confesses to Leading 'White Guys' Group in Prison
A former Major League Baseball player convicted of killing his father-in-law in Homewood back in 2021 is continuing to seek a new trial. NEWS
US Judge Rejects California’s ICE Mask Ban For Federal Agents
A Los Angeles court rejected the enforcement of a law that would have banned federal agents from wearing masks to protect their identities. TRIAL ARCHIVES
Blood Brothers: How the Erik and Lyle 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. MISSING
Los Angeles 6-Year-Old Girl Now Missing for Over Three Decades Last Seen Picking Peaches in Neighbor’s Yard
Over three decades have now passed since a 6-year-old girl disappeared without a trace from near her family’s Los Angeles home. NEWS
Why the Coast Guard Allowed Four Russian Navy Vessels to Enter 30 Miles into U.S. Waters Near Alaska
U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Stratton monitored four Russian Navy vessels that crossed into U.S. waters near Alaska to avoid ice, adhering to maritime norms. COLD CASES
A California Woman Arranged a Meeting at a Local Market. Then, She Turned Up Dead in an Orchard.
A woman was called to a market in California and then found dead a short time later in a nearby orchard, police said. Today, her murder has become a cold case. COLD CASES
A California Nurse Went for a Jog but Never Returned. After Nearly 30 Years, Her Killer Finally Faces Justice.
A convicted felon serving time in Texas confessed to the cold case killing of a woman out for a jog in California almost 30 years ago. NEWS
Dive Boat Captain Convicted of 'Seaman's Manslaughter' After 34 Die During Ill-Fated Labor Day Excursion (FPD CASE VAULT)
Dive boat captain sentenced after 34 people died in 2019 fire, officials said. NEWS
Fruitful Bust: $5 Million in Meth Disguised as Watermelons Seized by Border Officers
CBP seized over $5 million worth of meth disguised as watermelons at the California border, uncovering 4,587 pounds of drugs hidden in a truck. NEWS
A Father in California Told His Son to Stop Drinking His Beer and Get a Job. He Killed His Dad Instead.
A man in California is in prison for killing his dad and his father's girlfriend. The shooting happened after his dad told his son to stop drinking and get a job. NEWS
The Menendez Brothers: Why Did Lyle & Erik Slay Their Mother and Father? (FPD CASE VAULT)
Front Page Detectives takes a look at the Menendez brothers and ask why did Lyle and Erik Menendez gun down their parents. COLD CASES
A California Woman Was Sexually Assaulted and Murdered. It Took Over 40 Years, But Her Family Finally Got Justice.
A man was sent to California prison for the cold case rape and murder of a woman in 1980. DNA advancement helped identify the killer decades later. COLD CASES
A Pregnant Woman Was Sexually Assaulted and Murdered in Her Home. Over 60 Years Later, Police Identified Her Killer.
A man who died in a car wreck years ago has been identified as a serial killer, police said. He has also been connected to rape cases as well. NEWS
Preparing for WWIII? Satellite Photos Reveal China's New Longer and Stealthier Submarine with X-Shaped Stern
Satellite images from California-based PlanetLabs has shown that China is apparently building a new class of submarine. NEWS
Police Reveal How Scammers Using Fake Parking Tickets to Steal Personal Information
Scammers in California are creating fake parking tickets with QR codes for people to pay them and then they steal their personal information, police said. MISSING
A California College Student Had Just Finished Her Work Shift. Then, She Disappeared in Broad Daylight.
A California woman had just finished her shift at a coffee shop when she was last seen with a blonde woman. Now, it's unclear why she's been missing for so long. COLD CASES
A Girl Returning from Summer School Was Murdered in 1973. A Suspect Was Recently Identified — But Will Never Be Prosecuted.
An 11-year-old girl was abducted and murdered in California while looking for a ride home from summer school. Her case went cold until DNA pointed to a suspect. MISSING
A 16-Year-Old Homecoming Princess Went Missing While on a Jog. Nearly 26 Years Later, She Hasn't Been Found.
Tera Smith, a 16-year-old homecoming princess who went missing on a jog in August 1998, still has not been found. NEWS
California Man Accused of Decapitating Parents and Dog, Chasing Worker in Stolen Golf Cart
A California man was shot by a sheriff's deputy after allegedly decapitating and mutilating his elderly parents and the family dog, officials said. NEWS
California Man Arrested for Allegedly Dragging Elderly Woman Into Alley and Killing Her 40 Years Ago: Police
After 40 years, a suspect has been arrested in the 1984 murder of an elderly woman in California, authorities said. MURDER & MAYHEM
A California Mother and Her Boyfriend Are Behind Bars After Her Daughter Was Found Dead in a Duffle Bag
Two people were sent to prison for the death of a 9-year-old girl. The child's body was found stuffed in a duffle bag in the Los Angeles area. NEWS
Family Calls Man 'Coward' After He Decapitated Grandmother, Fled with Her Head One Day After Prison Release
One day after being released from prison, Luis Gustavo Aroyo-Lopez decapitated his grandmother and then fled the scene with her head. NEWS
'These Children Are Not Forgotten': Marshals Recover 200 Missing and Endangered Children Across the U.S.
The U.S. Marshals Service announced a recent operation rescued 200 missing and endangered children throughout the country. COLD CASES
A New York Man Tried to Find His Biological Parents Using DNA. Instead, He Learned a Murdered Woman Was His Sister.
A New York man looking for his biological family helped police identify a murder victim whose body was found burned in San Diego in 2000. NEWS
Entire Hells Angels Chapter in California Arrested on Kidnapping, Robbery, and Elder Abuse Charges: Sheriff
An entire chapter of the Hells Angels Motorcycle Club based in California was arrested in connection with kidnapping, robbery and assault. GANGSTERS
A California Man Helped Orchestrate the Murder of a Classmate to Join a Gang. Now, He's Paying the Price.
A man was sentenced to life in prison for his role in a California murder. The killing was an effort to join the MS-13 gang, officials said.
