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Utah Man Accused Of Murdering His Girlfriend After Finding Out About Affair, Police Say
A Utah man is accused of murdering his girlfriend over an alleged affair and then attempting hours later to make it appear he tried to save her, police said.
Texas Man Told 911 After Injured Woman Called For Help That He Intended To Shoot Her Again, Kill Himself: Cops
A woman who called 911 to report she was shot died after a male at the home told a dispatcher who called back that he intended to kill her and then himself.
19-year-old accused of stabbing her older sister to death during domestic dispute, cops said
A woman stabbed her older sister to death in Texas, police said. Officials were called to a home for a domestic disturbance where the victim was stabbed.
Illinois man strangled woman, ditching her body in a car, cops said
An Illinois woman was found strangled to death and left in the back seat of a car, police said. Now, authorities say they have arrested the suspect.
Homeless Pennsylvania man accused of the killing his 78-year-old stepfather, who was named on a 'hit list.'
A Pennsylvania man had "hit list" of family members he wanted to kill, then stabbed his 78-year-old stepfather to death, police said. He is being held in jail.
67-year-old North Carolina man allegedly stabbed his cousin to death
A 67-year-old North Carolina man was arrested after he allegedly stabbed his cousin to death following an argument. He has been charged with voluntary manslaughter.
Man tried to stage woman's death as car crash, police say he is now charged with her murder
A Michigan man tried to stage a woman's death to look like a car crash. Instead, police say he has been arrested and charged in connection to her murder.
Missing Colorado woman’s ex-boyfriend charged with first-degree murder after her body’s found in ravine
The ex-boyfriend of a Colorado woman was arrested on suspicion of murder after her body was found dumped in a ravine days after she disappeared, police said.
He was released from jail after an arrest for domestic violence. Weeks later, he is accused of murder.
A Toledo, Ohio, man was arrested after he allegedly shot and killed his children's mother. He was released from jail just weeks earlier after a domestic violence arrest.
Florida father allegedly beat his 9-year-old son after he made purchases on his iPad
A Florida father has been arrested after he allegedly beat his 9-year-old son after he and his brother made in-app purchases on their iPad, cops said.
North Carolina man accused of murdering mother of his toddler, kidnapping child
A North Carolina toddler was found safe after her father allegedly killed her mother and then kidnapped the child, police said. The investigation is ongoing.
Pennsylvania man caught dismembering ex-girlfriend with machete by police: report
Pennsylvania officials said Nicholas Scurria was sawing his already decapitated ex-girlfriend's leg off when police responded to a domestic disturbance.
Florida man allegedly killed his mother after preivous incidents of violent behavior towards her: cops
A Florida man has been charged with murder in the death of his mother., police said She was found dead in her home with a large amount of blood around her.
Alabama man allegedly killed his father, but police have not said why
An Alabama man has been arrested after his father was found dead in Higdon, police said. But, police have not said why the man allegedly killed his dad.
FBI's 'Most Wanted' suspect opened fire in a park 15 years ago, killing two. He was caught in Mexico.
A fugitive on FBI's "10 Most Wanted" list in connection to a 2006 shooting at a Milwaukee park that left two dead, was arrested in Mexico, police said.
Man shot and killed construction worker in Atlanta after dispute about noise, cops say
A man has been charged with murder and aggravated assault after he allegedly shot at construction workers in Atlanta over a noise dispute, one was killed.
She stabbed her husband 193 times as he was tied to the bed. But, it's what happened in the courtroom that made headlines.
Susan Wright stabbed her husband more than 190 times, killing him. During her trial in Texas, a reenactment made headlines and probably helped her conviction.
Ohio man confessed to murdering his mother, stabbed her more than 20 times, cops say
An Ohio man has confessed to murdering his mother, cops say. She was stabbed more than 20 times, and he allegedly only stopped stabbing her because he got tired.
Tennessee man beat his girlfriend to death in the shower, charged with murder: police
A Tennessee man has been arrested after he allegedly beat his girlfriend to death. The beating resulted in significant bruising, police said.
Denver woman found fatally stabbed in motel room, suspect found behind door with large knife, police say
Police arrested a Denver man for stabbing a woman to death in a motel room. The suspect was charged with murder in the domestic violence incident, officials said.
Texas man shot a man in November, then shot and killed the same victim this month: cops
An Texas man has been arrested after he allegedly shot and killed a man. Police believe that he had also shot the victim earlier in November due to matching gun casings.
Pittsburgh mother killed by man she had 'protection from abuse order' against, police say
Police said ex-boyfriend followed Pittsburgh mother and shot her at bus stop. Officials said she had protection from abuse order in place when she was killed.
Police seek person of interest after two people found dead in Alabama.
Police are seeking a person of interest in connection to a double murder in Helena, Alabama. A man and woman were killed in the homicide, police said.
Texas man murdered girlfriend during domestic dispute, cops say
A Texas man has been arrested after he allegedly shot and killed his girlfriend at an apartment building. Police say the murder happened due to a domestic dispute.
Alabama man’s charge increased to murder when victim died 9 months after shooting: report
A woman was shot in Birmingham, Alabama in Feb. 2021. She died nine months later. The charges against the man who allegedly shot her have been increased to murder.
3 women hit with car in domestic violence incident, cops say. Driver faces charges.
A Colorado man was arrested after he allegedly hit three women with his car, one of whom he was dating. His charges include attempted murder and domestic violence.
Virginia woman accused of stabbing boyfriend, strangling 3-year-old with special needs
A Virginia woman was accused of stabbing her boyfriend, strangling special needs child in Isle of Wight County. She was ordered held without bail.
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.
Off-duty Alabama cop killed his pregnant girlfriend, cops say. Suspect Charged with capital murder.
An off-duty Huntsville cop was charged with murdering his pregnant girlfriend, according to Alabama state police. He is being held in Madison County jail.
Woman shows up to dentist with injuries from a domestic violence attack. The suspect was the one who dropped her off.
A Florida man has been arrested for domestic battery with strangulation. A dentist called police after a woman came to him for treatment with injuries.
Maryland man shot and killed stepson during an argument on New Year's Day, police say
A Maryland man has been arrested after he allegedly shot his stepson, killing him. Police say the suspect and victim got into an argument before the shooting.
Texas man arrested in Utah, accused of killing a Dallas County woman
A 39-year-old man was arrested in Utah, charged with killing a 52-year-old Texas woman, police said. The suspect is being held in jail in Utah.
Texas man accused of killing, dismembering missing Houston woman. Police still hunting for her remains.
Houston Police accused Sean Preston of killing his ex-wife, though her body has not been found. Police fear Preston dismembered the missing woman's body.
Massachusetts man bludgeoned estranged wife's head, intentionally burned house down, authorities say
A Massachusetts man was charged with bashing his ex-wife's head in and attempting to bind former-mother-in-law before torching their home, cops say.
Man charged with murder of girlfriend’s 7-month-old son in New York, prosecutors say
A man has been charged with second-degree murder for allegedly causing the death of his girlfriend's 7-month-old son, prosecutors announced this week.
Virginia man accused of gunning down girlfriend
Jonathan Armstrong Watkins was charged with shooting his girlfriend in Natural Bridge, Virginia. Officials said she was found dead on the scene.
No bail for off-duty Chicago cop accused of killing girlfriend during domestic argument
A Chicago police officer was charged with murdering his girlfriend during an argument last week. He has since been relieved of duty, and ordered held without bail.
Victim identified in Montana slaying, a relative has been accused of murder
A woman was murdered in Bilings, Montana on Dec. 4. She died of multiple stab wounds. Police have arrested a suspect, who they believe is related to the victim.
After years of abuse, she finally kicked her boyfriend out of her home. Days later, he came back and killed her.
A man was sentenced to prison for killing his girlfriend in Oklahoma. The woman wanted to end the relationship and he came back and killed her.
Mother arrested for allegedly burying her newborn baby’s remains in a shallow grave
A woman has been arrested after she allegedly buried her newborn baby in the yard of a home in Watervliet, New York. She has been charged with concealment of a human corpse.
Woman murdered her sister in Tennessee, police say. Now, indicted in case.
A woman has been indicted on counts of murder after she allegedly shot and killed her sister. Police say the shooting came from a domestic altercation at the residence.
Woman shot and killed in Riverwalk Casino parking garage, husband accused of murder
A man was accused of murdering his wife at a Vicksburg casino parking garage. Authorities in Mississippi said an argument preceded the shooting.
Las Vegas man allegedly set fire to his girlfriend’s residential trailer, killing her
A man has been arrested after he allegedly set fire to his girlfriend's residential trailer, killing her and 3 dogs. He has been charged with numerous crimes.
Three killed, two injured, including a 5-year-old child, in South Dakota shooting
A man has been arrested after he allegedly opened fire at his ex-girlfriend's house in South Dakota. Three were killed and two were injured, including a 5-year-old.
Husband accused of murder after Kentucky woman goes missing while dropping her kid off at school
A man allegedly murdered his wife in Kentucky. She was reported missing, and police were searching for her. He has been charged with murder and abuse of a corpse.
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.
Murder suspect spent days running from the cops, but he couldn't outrun the ones on bicycles
A murder suspect was taken into custody by bicycle cops in Atlanta. Cops say the murder took place in a hotel with an "edged weapon," and it was domestic violence.
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.
Woman gave birth in bathtub and suffocated the baby, cops said. She then allegedly buried the child in the backyard.
A woman has been arrested after she allegedly killed her newborn baby before burying his body in her backyard. The woman gave birth at home, police said.
His wife had a seizure and he left her on the floor until he got 'tired of looking at her on the floor': report
A Memphis man has been arrested after he allegedly left his wife lying on the floor for 4 to 5 days after she suffered a stroke. She died after being found.
Man tried to set a woman on fire during a fight, but police wrestled the lighter from his hand: report
A man in Tennessee is accused of attempted murder when he tried to light a woman on fire. Police say the suspect and victim were domestic partners.
'Stupid baby...stop crying': Utah mom accused of shaking and killing 23-day-old child
A Utah mother has been charged with aggravated murder after she allegedly caused the death of her 23-day-old baby. The baby's father said that the mom shook the baby.
Mother arrested for allegedly killing her 8-month-old son in Missouri
A mother has been arrested after she allegedly killed her 8-month-old son in a motel room in Missouri. A medical examiner ruled the death a homicide.
Man confesses to killing his wife in the bus they shared as a home: report
A man has confessed to killing his 22-year-old wife in the bus that they had repurposed for living and traveling in Vermont. He has been charged with murder.
20-year-old man allegedly shot and killed his mother at a bus stop in Florida
A man allegedly shot and killed his mother at a bus stop in Florida. Police say he had had an argument with his mother about money about a week before the shooting.
Rapper Flavor Flav arrested on suspicion of domestic battery in Nevada
Rapper and media personality Flavor Flav was arrested in Henderson, Nevada, in connection to a domestic battery case. He was released after posting bond.
Man allegedly set a house on fire while two children and his ex-girlfriend were inside
A man has been arrested in connection with an arson investigation in Georgia. Police say he set the house on fire with two children and his ex-girlfriend inside.
Axe murderer kills missing woman in New Mexico forest, cops say
A missing woman was found murdered in a forest in New Mexico, and police say the killer used an axe. The suspect allegedly confessed to her murder.
Teen accused of killing his 9-month pregnant girlfriend in Florida
A 19-year-old man has been charged with murder after he allegedly shot and killed his girlfriend. Felicia Jones was 9 months pregnant at the time of her murder.
Colorado husband who had murder charge dropped, again accused of killing his wife
A man in Colorado has been arrested in connection to his wife's death. He once faced charges, but they were dropped. His mom was also arrested.
Man who spent weeks on the run after allegedly shooting pregnant girlfriend arrested
A Pennsylvania man has been arrested after he allegedly shot his pregnant girlfriend. He was on the run since Sept. 15, but police found him staying with friends.
Louisiana man accused of murdering 11-month-old daughter, cops say
A Louisiana man has been arrested after he allegedly killed his 11-month-old daughter. He told police he struck her too hard and now faces a murder charge.
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.
Man accused of killing his stepfather, setting house fire in Houston, cops say
A man has been charged for allegedly shooting his stepfather in the head, then setting a house fire to cover it up, according to police. The suspect was already in jail on another murder charge.
An Illinois man put his knee across a toddler's chest and covered his mouth to suffocate the child, police said
A man has been arrested after he allegedly tried to strangle his girlfriend's 20-month-old child. Police found video surveillance of him putting his knee on the child's chest and covering their mouth and nose.
A woman and her mother were found murdered in Michigan. Police say three charged in connection to the killings.
Three people have been charged in connection with the double homicide of a woman and her mother in Lansing, Michigan. One suspect remains at large.
Virginia man shot and killed his mom, who was found lying in a driveway, cops say
Police in Virginia said a man shot and killed his own mother. The victim was found lying in the driveway when police arrived. The suspect is charged with murder.
'I killed my partner': Pa. man walks into police station to say he stabbed his ex-wife to death
A man faces a murder charge after he killed his ex-wife and dumped her body in the woods, police said. The suspect confessed to the crime, a report notes.
Husband allegedly shot and killed estranged wife during altercation in Kentucky
A husband has been arrested after he allegedly shot and killed his estranged wife. Police say the shooting happened during an altercation between the two.
Texas mom hugged her daughter goodbye and said anything could happen. Hours later, her child was murdered.
A young mom was murdered in Texas in 2019. The suspect was her husband, who was recently released on bail. Now, the victim's family is suing for justice.
Oregon man accused of murder after domestic dispute turns deadly
An Oregon man is facing a murder charge after a woman was found dead in his home. Police described the incident as domestic violence-related.
She said her husband was fatally electrocuted while welding. Investigators then found the bullet.
A West Virginia woman was arrested and accused of murder in her husband's death. She initially said he was electrocuted while welding, but police found a bullet.
Indiana couple allegedly admitted to covering up murder of 3-year-old boy, cops say
A couple in Indiana has been arrested for murder and other charges after the boyfriend beat the child to death and the boy's mother stood by, cops say.
Man released from jail weeks ago strangled his girlfriend to death, cops say
A Texas man has been arrested for the murder of his girlfriend, who he allegedly strangled to death on their living room couch. He was out on bail.
Texas mom beat her 11-year-old son to death with boyfriend, cops say
A mother allegedly beat her 11-year-old son to death with her boyfriend, then dumped his body in a car. Her daughter said her mother did not report them to police.
Louisiana man beat his girlfriend, causing her to lose her unborn baby, cops say
A Louisiana man has been arrested after he allegedly beat his girlfriend. A few days later, the child was born deceased and the suspect was charged.
Domestic disturbance leads to homicide, suspect arrested, Florida police said
A woman was found dead in a Florida home following a domestic incident, police said. A suspect has been charged in connection to the homicide.
Texas man killed his pregnant wife, deleted Facebook messages with her while in custody: cops say
A man in Texas allegedly shot and killed his pregnant wife. While in custody, he asked police for his phone, then deleted Facebook messages with the victim.
A New Orleans man allegedly killed his girlfriend, raped an acquaintance. Now, he's accused of another murder.
A man in New Orleans has been arrested for allegedly killing a man. He was already incarcerated for murdering his girlfriend and raping another, cops say.
Grandfather set home on fire, killing his son and two grandchildren. Then he took his own life.
A grandfather in Pennsylvania allegedly killed his two grandchildren and son in a fire. He also committed suicide in the blaze, investigators said.
An attack on a fellow music star didn't derail Chris Brown's career: A recap of his legal troubles
Chris Brown's high-profile attack on fellow musician Rihanna did not end his music career. The domestic violence arrest on the day of the Grammy's became national news.
Woman allegedly fatally shot husband, dismembered his body and forced her kids to help clean up crime scene
A woman in Indiana is accused of killing her husband, chopping up his body and making her two children help clean up the crime scene, authorities said.
Three years after woman found dead in a Houston apartment, her alleged killer is arrested
A man has been arrested in connection to a murder case from three years ago in Houston. He has been accused of shooting and killing the woman, who he was dating.
Delaware man accused of killing his estranged girlfriend — and he was already behind bars on a rape charge
A Delaware man is charged with first-degree murder and stalking after he allegedly killed his estranged girlfriend. The suspect was already in jail on rape charges.
She claimed she was the victim of abuse when she stabbed her husband to death. A court said it was murder.
A woman in Indiana will spend decades in prison for the murder of her husband. The suspect said she stabbed the victim after years of domestic abuse.
Woman beheaded and left on Minnesota sidewalk after telling boyfriend she wanted to break up: reports
Minnesota man accused of murdering a woman found beheaded in broad daylight. Police reportedly found an empty sheath that appeared to be for a machete-style knife.
Teenager accused of strangling his girlfriend to death in New York
A 19-year-old is accused of beating then strangling his girlfriend to death in Erie County, New York. The suspect was indicted on a murder charge.
A mom and her kids were taken hostage in Texas. So how did she end up dead at the hands of police officers?
A mom in Texas was killed by police during a hostage situation. The incident started as a domestic violence call and ended with officers killing the victim.
Mississippi man in custody for the murder of his grandmother and another relative, police said
A Mississippi man has been arrested in connection with the murder of his grandmother and another relative. Both were found dead from gunshot wounds.
18-year-old woman accused of killing her boyfriend in North Carolina
A woman was charged with first-degree murder after she allegedly shot her boyfriend, according to North Carolina police. Officers say there could be more suspects.
Arrest made in 'brutal' murder investigation in South Carolina, police said
A suspect has been arrested and charged in a "brutal" murder that occurred in South Carolina. Police suspect that the incident was domestic violence related.
New Orleans mother arrested for stabbing and killing infant son, police say
A mother in New Orleans has been charged with second-degree murder after her infant son was found dead with apparent stab wounds. She is being held on a $500,000 bond.
Man beat his wife to death on an Alaska cruise and was sentenced to prison. He was just found dead.
Kenneth Manzanares was sentenced to 30 years for beating his wife to death on an Alaska cruise ship. He has now died in prison, though no foul play is suspected.
Son shoots father in West Virginia over argument about sick dog, cops say
A man in West Virginia has been arrested in connection with his father's death. The shooting allegedly happened because the two got into an argument about a sick dog.
Man beat his girlfriend to death in Las Vegas hotel room, waited hours to call 911, cops say
A man from California is accused of murdering his girlfriend in a Las Vegas hotel room. He told police he woke up to her dead body, but police charged him.
NFL star Richard Sherman being held in jail on domestic violence charge, bail denied
NFL cornerback Richard Sherman is in a Washington jail and accused of domestic violence. The ex-San Fransisco 49er and Seattle Seahawk is being held without bail.