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California Woman Suspected Of Attempting To Pay Hit Woman $30,000 To Kill Estranged Wife, Police Say
A contentious divorce battle in California led to the recent arrest of a woman who police believe attempted to hire a hit man to kill her estranged wife.
Search Continues For California Girl Reported Missing In 2016, Days Before Mother Found Dead In Shallow Grave
Authorities in California are offering a reward of $250,000 for leads connected with the case of Arianna Fitts, who was last seen in early 2016.
Victim Found Dead In California House Fire, Manslaughter Suspect Arrested
A man in California was charged with manslaughter after a house fire left one dead, police said. Authorities have released few details in the case.
Teen In 'Sextortion' Scheme Kills Self, Suspect In Middle Now In Cuffs, Police Said
A 17-year-old male killed himself while caught up in a "sextortion" scheme, police in California said. Now, a man faces criminal charges in connection to the case.
Two People Arrested In Connection To Gang Shooting That Left Bystander Dead
Two people have been arrested in connection to a gang shooting that left a bystander dead. Police say the shooters were targeting some teeangers.
California Man Accused Of Murdering 36-Week Pregnant Sister, Lighting Her Body On Fire
A California man allegedly murdered his pregnant sister and then set her body on fire, authorities said. She was 36-weeks pregnant at the time.
78-Year-Old Woman Found Dead In California Home. More Than A Year Later, Cops Say They Arrested Teen In The Case.
A teen in California was arrested and charged with homicide more than a year after a 78-year-old woman was found dead, police said. No motive has been released.
He Gunned Down His Wife In A Store With Their Son Nearby. Now, He's Headed To Prison.
A California man who gunned down his estranged wife inside a store while his son was just outside the door has been sentenced to 102 years in prison.
Dad Accused Of Killing Infant Daughter, Family Says He Threw Her Off Bridge
A dad in California is accused of killing his infant child, police said. Family members told local media the child was tossed from a bridge.
Customer Intentionally Drove Into Front Doors Of 7-Eleven On Thanksgiving Morning, Police Say
A customer drove into the front doors of a 7-Eleven in California during a dispute, police said. The driver was arrested and charged with attempted murder.
Man Fled To Mexico After Allegedly Stabbing His Wife in 1999, Police Say He Was Recently Caught
A man was arrested in connection to the killing of his wife. The murder happened in 1999, but the suspect fled to Mexico, police said. He was recently caught.
Two Women Were Found With Fatal Wounds And A Suspect Was Arrested. But, Cops Are Mum On What Led To The Killings.
Police said they arrested a suspect in the murder of two women found shot in a car. Authorities have not released a motive in connection to the case.
Man Who Fled To Mexico After Drug Deal Turned To Murder, Arrested Trying To Get Back Into U.S., Police Say
A man fled to Mexico after a drug deal turned into a fatal shooting in California, police said. Now, he's behind bars after being arrested trying to get back into the U.S.
Shooting Between Two Vehicles Leaves Victim Dead, Suspect Now Faces Homicide Charges
A shooting between vehicles in California left one person dead and another person facing murder charges, police said. The victim was found in a crashed car.
A 9-Month-Old Infant Was Shot And Killed As His Mom Pushed Him In A Stroller, Police Say
A 9-month-old boy was shot and killed as his mom pushed him in a stroller, police in California said. Now, two teens face murder charges in the case.
He Lured A 13-Year-Old On Social Media To Meet Him. Then He Viciously Raped And Killed Her.
A California man who viciously raped and killed a 13-year-old girl who he lured through social media has been sentenced to life in prison with no parole.
Elderly Victim Startled When Confronted By Burglar Who Had Taken Her Vacuum: Report
A man in California was charged with burglary after police say he broke into an elderly woman's home and stole a vacuum. The victim found the suspect in her home.
Five 'Hells Angels' Members Arrested In Connection To Homicide, Assault Cases At Chris Stapleton Concert
Five "Hells Angels" gang members have been charged in connection to separate homicide and assault cases, both that happened at a Chris Stapleton concert.
Washington Cops Identify, Arrest Suspect In L.A. In Connection With Businessman’s 1982 Cold Case Murder
Authorities in Washington said they recently identified a suspect in a 40-year-old cold-case murder and took him into custody in California.
He Murdered A Woman He Met Online And Slaughtered Her Dog. Now, He'll Spend Several Decades In Prison.
A California man who murdered a woman and her dog will spend decades in prison. The two people met online on dating website Plenty of Fish, according to reports.
Argument Leads To Fight, Which Cause Deadly Shooting, Police Said. Two Suspects Arrested.
An argument became a fight in California, which is when one suspect pulled out a gun. Another suspect also fired. Now, both men face charges, police said.
Her Claims Of Accidentally Killing Her Infant Daughter Didn't Convince A Jury. Now, She's Headed To Prison.
A California woman who beat her child to death was sentenced to 15 years to life in prison. She claimed that the baby's injuries happened as an accident.
California Man Accused Of Killing His Roomate, 2 Pet Cats During Halloween Attack
A California suspect accused of killing his roommate and the man’s two pet cats has pleaded not guilty to all charges against him.
A Man Is Accused Of Pretending To Be A Cop To Sell Items. It's Not The First Time He's Faced Being Called A Fake Cop.
A convicted felon in California was arrested after he allegedly posed as a police detective to swindle a handyman out of thousands of dollars, authorities said.
Killer Hopped Out Of A Car And Murdered A Victim As He Walked To Breakfast. It Took A Jury 15 Minutes To Decide His Fate.
A man in California faces decades behind bars after he was convicted of murder. The suspect shot and killed a person walking with his girlfriend to breakfast.
Police: 14-Year-Old Girl, Newborn Baby Kidnapped During 'Violent And Disturbing' Home Invasion In California
Two Suspects are in custody after they allegedly broke into a home and kidnapped multiple victims, including two young children, police said.
'Senseless Act Of Violence' Happened After An Argument, Police say. One Now Accused Of Murder.
An argument led to a "senseless act of violence" and a deadly stabbing, police in California said. Now, a suspect has been arrested on a murder charge.
Suspect's City-Wide Crime Spree Included Shoving An Elderly Victim, Punching A Pregnant Woman, Cops Say
A man went on a city-wide crime spree that included shoving an elderly victim, assaulting a hospital guard and punching a pregnant woman, police in California said.
A Botched Robbery Left An Immigrant Dead. In His Wallet Remained $110, As the Murderer Fled The Area.
An immigrant was walking home from a store in Anaheim, California, when he was killed during a botched robbery. Now, the murderer heads to prison.
Jury Reaches Verdict On Father And Son Charged In Kristin Smart Murder Case
Kristin Smart went missing in 1996 and her case went cold. Police later arrested a father and son in the murder investigation. A jury reached a verdict in the case.
Alabama Murder Suspects Arrested After Alleged Attempted Robbery In California: Officials
A pair of suspects accused of fatally shooting a man in Alabama were taken into custody after allegedly committing a crime on the West Coast, authorities said.
California Suspects Accused Of Operating Underground Casino Operation Cops Call ‘Den Of Criminal Activity’
A bust at two homes in California led to authorities to breaking up an underground casino operation that served as hubs for illegal activities, cops said.
Nearly A Year After Teen Gunned Down During Pot Deal, A Suspect Has Been Arrested
Months after a teen was shot and killed during a drug deal, police in Fresno, California, said they arrested a murder suspect. The suspect was arrested in Nevada.
California Woman Who Killed Innocent Army Veteran During Shootout Arrested
A California woman has been arrested after fatally shooting an innocent bystander, an Army veteran, during a shootout with two other people.
Tipster Leads Police To Man Suspected Of Slaying Ex-Girlfriend’s Elderly Father In California
California law enforcement acting on a tip arrested a suspect in connection with the recent murder of an elderly man. The suspect used to date the victim's ex.
Suspect Arrested On Suspicion Of Murdering Pregnant California Woman Missing Since 2020, Authorities Say
A suspect was identified and arrested in connection with the killing of a pregnant woman who went missing in December 2020, authorities announced.
Shooting At California Motorcycle Club Leaves 1 Dead, 2 Others Hurt, Police Say
A shooting at a California motorcycle club left one person dead and others hurt, police said. Days later, a suspect was arrested, but no motive has been released.
Ex-Boyfriend Of Woman Found Dead After She Was Forced Into Her SUV At Gunpoint Arrested In Mexico, Police Say
A man suspected of fatally shooting the mother of his three children in her vehicle in California was taken into custody after he fled to Mexico, police said.
California Man Suspected Of Murdering Teenager, Burying Body In Shallow Grave: Sheriff
A California man was arrested for the alleged murder of a teenager who was recently reported missing, authorities said. The victim was found in a shallow grave.
Suspect Lured Two Victims Into His Truck Then Sexually Assaulted Them, California Cops Say
A man in California faces charges after police said he lured two women into his truck and then sexually assaulted them. He also threatened one victim.
California Man, 74, Accused Of Fatally Shooting Woman In Her Car On Expressway
A California man is behind bars after he was identified as the primary suspect in the murder of a woman in a car found on an expressway, authorities said.
Convicted Felon Allegedly Shot His Girlfriend With Gun He Purchased Illegally, Sheriff’s Office Says
A convicted felon in California is accused of fatally shooting his girlfriend and then fleeing, authorities said. Authorities said he purchased the gun illegally.
Owners of Care Facility Accused Of Abusing Disabled Residents. Police Say There Could Be More Victims.
The owners of a care facility in California are accused of abusing disabled adults. The two were released from jail after posting bail, officials said.
‘Lowlife’ Kidnapped 8-Month-Old Infant, Her Parents, Uncle From California Business, Sheriff Says
Authorities are hunting for a family of four who they believe were 'taken against their will from a business' in California, authorities said.
Sureno Street Gang Member Killed A Man And His Pregnant Wife. Then, He Cursed Prosecutors At His Sentencing.
A gang member in California killed a man and his pregnant girlfriend, now he will head to prison. The motive in the shooting remains unclear.
California Authorities Believe Serial Killer Targeted, Fatally Shot Five Men Walking Alone In Dark Areas
Police in California believe a serial killer may be responsible for the deaths of five men who were shot while they were walking alone, authorities said.
Homeless Man Accused Of Assault That Killed Elderly Man in California
A homeless man in California is charged with the murder of an elderly man. Police say the man assaulted the elderly man, who later collapsed and died.
Suspect Returns After Fight And Fatally Stabs Victim In The Chest, Police Said
A fight ended, but a suspect returned and stabbed a victim in the chest, police said. The victim died and now the alleged attacker was charged with murder.
‘Complete Disregard For Human Life’: Woman Accused Of Running Man Over During Dispute About Cat, D.A. Says
A Southern California woman is accused of fatally running over a man after she said he tried to hit a cat in a cu-de-sac, authorities announced.
Security Guard At California School Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Teenage Student
A security guard at a school in California is accused of sexually assaulting a teenage student, police said. The suspect was arrested in recent days.