Ninety-nine years ago this week, a group of Hollywood actors, writers, and wannabes headed to San Francisco for a party. Before the weekend was over, a woman died and the world’s biggest movie star was accused of a monstrous crime. Who Was Fatty Arbuckle? In 1921, the silent film industry …
Read MoreIn 1912, eight people were brutally murdered in their beds. Despite the sensational nature of the crime and multiple suspects, police never figured out who killed them. A Wholesome Day Turned Into a Nightmare The date was Sunday, June 9th, 1912. Villisca, Iowa, was by no means a thriving metropolis, …
Read MorePlenty of reality TV stars end up in the back of a squad car–or even behind bars. We can probably thank Paris Hilton for both the reality TV boom and the trend of getting into trouble with the law. But today we’re looking at two stars from the guilty pleasure …
Read MoreCould the notorious Son of Sam killer be released from prison this summer? David Berkowitz is up for parole again in May 2020, but most serial murderers end up behind bars for life. Here’s what happened to three of the most notorious and sadistic murderers in history after they were …
Read MoreIf you’re stuck inside and feeling anxious, true crime dramas can be oddly soothing. For some people, these tales of killers and thieves are a fun, relaxing way to unwind. Are you a true crime fan looking for your next fix? These are the best TV shows and podcasts to …
Read MoreBy now, you’ve watched the Netflix docu-drama that everyone’s talking about. You could argue that half the people on ‘Tiger King’ need to be in drug and alcohol treatment centers or prison. So far, Joe Exotic is behind bars for his attempt at ordering a hit on Carole Baskin. But …
Read MoreWhile this story might not be “Tiger King” levels of wild, it’s still quite a ride. Jealousy, revenge and–yes–astronauts. Read on to learn more about the world’s first ever “space crime.” What Happened? Lt. Col Anne McClain is an astronaut and combat veteran, having flown combat missions in Iraq before …
Read MoreLonnie Franklin Jr.–better known as the Grim Sleeper–was found dead in prison last week. The 67-year-old convicted serial killer murdered at least 10 women in California. The Grim Sleeper His serial killer moniker was coined by “LA Weekly” in 2008 after his earlier murders in the 80s were linked to …
Read MoreA 69-year-old gunman shot and killed two Honolulu police officers before dying in a blaze that he started that ended up wounding several others in the process. Authorities identified the gunman as Jerry Hanel, who had a history of mental illness. Officials say that Hanel had a violent rap sheet; …
Read MoreA woman went online to search for advice before being murdered by her husband. Jennifer Rothwell, 28, was reported missing by her husband on November 12. In a 911 phone call, the man stated that his wife’s coworkers hadn’t seen her that day, and he was concerned for her safety. …
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