capital punishment
Weigh the pros, cons and controversies surrounding the grave issue of capital punishment; should the death penalty be allowed?
The Merry Widow of Windy Nook Who Lost Four Husbands
Mary Elizabeth Wilson was better known by those who lived near her as The Merry Widow of Windy Nook. It is hard to believe any woman could be merry after having four husbands pass away, that is, unless, like Mary, you had helped those husbands into the afterlife.
By Sam H Arnold3 years ago in Criminal
Case That Almost Broke Him
Detective Jack Ryan was just 26 years old when he was promoted to detective in the NYPD. He had always dreamed of being a detective, and now that he had his chance, he was determined to prove himself. It didn't take long for him to get his first big case.
By Sarah Williams3 years ago in Criminal
Sally Horner's Unsettling Kidnapping And Captivity, Which Probably Inspired "Lolita"
Concerns about what constitutes inappropriate behavior with minors have been highlighted by recent events. Nonetheless, it cannot be denied that the pedophilia plotline of the 1955 book Lolita was not a fresh idea. Author Vladimir Nabokov conducted extensive research before penning what is usually regarded as the most compelling and skillfully written study of perversion of the 20th century.
By Victoria Velkova3 years ago in Criminal
Vincent Brothers-The Vice Principal Who Killed His Family Because They Were a Financial Burden
Vincent Brothers is a former vice principal of John C. Fremont Elementary School in Bakersfield, California. He was convicted and sentenced for killing his family members, including his wife, sons, daughter, and mother-in-law, on July 6th, 2003, in Bakersfield.
By Rare Stories3 years ago in Criminal
Twisted Justice
Detective Casey was a brilliant and ambitious detective with a sharp mind and a keen eye for detail. Her colleagues often joked that her stunning looks were her secret weapon, but Casey knew it was her hard work and dedication that had earned her a place in the New York Police Department.
By Sarah Williams3 years ago in Criminal
THE MYSTERY OF THE MISSING ANGLES
Title: The Mystery of the Missing Angles It was a typical day at St. Mary’s High School, but something strange was happening in the math department. The math teacher, Mr. Andrews, had been noticing that the angles on the protractor he used to teach his class were missing. At first, he thought he was just misplacing them, but it kept happening every day, and he couldn't explain it.
By Kuldeep Rajawat3 years ago in Criminal
The North Hollywood Shootout: A Fearful Day in Los Angeles History
On February 28, 1997, two armed men broke into a Los Angeles Bank of America and attempted to flee with hundreds of thousands of dollars. As soon as they stepped outside the structure, police surrounded them.
By Rare Stories3 years ago in Criminal
A Stolen Life - Jaycee Dugard, 18 Years In Captivity
Jaycee Dugard, then 11 years old, was kidnapped on June 10, 1991, in front of her home in South Lake Tahoe, California. The stepfather of Dugard was among the witnesses, but officials had no leads as to who might have abducted her.
By Victoria Velkova3 years ago in Criminal
