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The Girl in the Barrel: The Murder of Reyna Marroquín
In 1999, a routine renovation of a Long Island home led to one of the most chilling discoveries in American crime history. A contractor, working in the basement of a quiet suburban house in Jericho, New York, stumbled upon a 55-gallon barrel hidden behind a false wall. When he pried it open, the sight inside froze everyone on site — the body of a woman, perfectly preserved, had been inside that barrel for over 30 years.
By Daniel morka3 months ago in Criminal
Ink of the Damned:
The Criminal Mind on Paper Handwriting is more than ink—it’s a neurological imprint—a visible record of what the brain is doing while the pen moves. Every slant, loop, and pressure shift reflects cognition under stress. In the field, those nuances matter more than any confession.
By Dr. Mozelle Martin3 months ago in Criminal
The Rise and Reign of the American Mafia: A Dark Chapter in U.S. History
The Rise and Reign of the American Mafia: A Dark Chapter in U.S. History Introduction: The Birth of the American Mafia The story of the American Mafia is one of power, money, betrayal, and blood. Emerging from the shadows of Italian immigrant communities in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the Mafia—also known as La Cosa Nostra—grew into one of the most powerful criminal organizations in American history. What began as small neighborhood protection rackets soon transformed into a nationwide network of organized crime that infiltrated politics, law enforcement, and legitimate business.
By Md Abul Kasem3 months ago in Criminal
14-Year-Old Tortured, Killed by Three Racist Homeless Drifters in Nashville, Tennessee. Content Warning.
On April 26, 1987, 14-year-old Kerrick Majors and four friends took a city bus from downtown Nashville, Tennessee, to East Nashville. The bus route took the teens down Gallatin Road. Around 7 p.m., the teens jumped off the bus when they saw a table set up with various items on the side of the road. As the teens approached, a lady yelled at them to 'leave the stuff alone.'
By Criminal Matters3 months ago in Criminal
The Gambling Scandal in the NBA
The basketball world has been shaken by a shocking revelation — a gambling scandal that has called into question the integrity of the NBA and the fairness of the game itself. Fans who once believed the league represented discipline, skill, and sportsmanship are now asking how such corruption could take root in a billion-dollar institution that has always claimed to stand for fair competition.
By America today 3 months ago in Criminal
The Gravedigger of Paris: The Chilling True Story of Nico Claux, the Vampire Cannibal
Nico Claux was born on March 22, 1972, in Cameroon. When he was a young boy, his parents moved to Paris in search of a better life. From an early age, Nico was quiet, withdrawn, and strangely fascinated by death. He didn’t have many friends and often preferred to spend time alone.
By Faeze Gholami3 months ago in Criminal
