capital punishment

Weigh the pros, cons and controversies surrounding the grave issue of capital punishment; should the death penalty be allowed?

Behind the Walls
The world watched in awe as Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán, one of the most notorious drug lords in history, pulled off a prison escape that seemed straight out of a Hollywood thriller. In 2015, El Chapo's audacious escape from a maximum-security Mexican prison stunned authorities and captivated the public. This incredible escape wasn’t just a desperate flight for freedom, but a symbol of the lengths to which a criminal mastermind would go to evade capture. The tunnel, the planning, the execution—everything about it was mind-blowing. Let's take a closer look at how El Chapo managed to pull off what can only be described as one of the most insane prison escapes of all time.
By Horace Waslandabout a year ago in Criminal
Chase for Justice
Ted Bundy is one of the most notorious serial killers in history, his name synonymous with manipulation, deceit, and brutality. His ability to evade law enforcement for years, despite having committed numerous heinous crimes, remains one of the most chilling aspects of his story. His capture was the result of a combination of persistent investigation, relentless detective work, and, ultimately, a few critical mistakes made by Bundy himself.
By Horace Waslandabout a year ago in Criminal
Stalin's CANNIBAL Island: The Darkest Chapter You’ve Never Heard Of
History is full of wild stories, but let’s be honest—nothing quite prepares you for something as jaw-droppingly bizarre as Stalin's Cannibal Island. Yes, it's real, and yes, it's exactly as horrifying as it sounds.
By Marveline Merababout a year ago in Criminal
The Horrific S.A. & Homicide of 3-Year-Old Josefina Cunningham. Content Warning.
Jy’Quan Stewart felt Robert Fisher deserved to be put to death for the brutal rape and murder of his 3-year-old sister, Josefina Cunningham, in July 2023. New York abolished the death penalty in 2007, however, leaving only life in prison as his maximum possible sentence. The judge in the case sentenced him to 20 years to life in prison. Karma, however, reared her beautiful face, giving Josie’s family some peace in their hearts after their tragic loss. Fisher was found dead in his prison cell at Elmira Correctional Facility just one month into his sentence.
By Criminal Mattersabout a year ago in Criminal
Blood on the Tracks
The night was black and bitterly cold as the 10:15 night train pulled out of Chicago’s Union Station, beginning its journey to New York. The train was mostly empty—an off-season, mid-week run that typically carried a handful of business travelers and the occasional lonely soul seeking solitude in the vastness of a winter landscape. But tonight, among the handful of passengers scattered across the carriages, there was one who would not reach their destination.
By Taviii🇨🇦♐️about a year ago in Criminal
Whispers Beyond the Veil Chapter 4: The First Goodbye
As twilight approached, Riya and Arjun felt the weight of destiny pressing down on them. Every word, every glance was charged with unspoken understanding, as if they were aware their time together was fleeting. Despite the warnings and tales they’d heard, neither wanted to take the step that fate seemed to demand.
By Mavdi1617about a year ago in Criminal
Skullduggery
In an old house in Batavia, Illinois, concealed within a crumbling wall, lay the skull of a woman, later identified as Esther Ann Granger [1] . The skull, discovered in the early 1960s, had been stored briefly in a local museum and eventually forgotten, sealed away in a dusty cardboard box. Only recently was it unearthed once more, whereupon DNA testing confirmed the identity and revealed a lone living descendant—a great-great-grandson. Esther, born on October 26, 1848, had died tragically young during childbirth in 1866, a common fate in those difficult, dangerous days.
By Tom Bakerabout a year ago in Criminal
Whispers Beyond the Veil Chapter 3: Uncovering the Past
The night air felt heavy, as if the city itself sensed the tension between Arjun and Riya. After their unsettling meeting at the park, they both knew that time was slipping through their fingers. They needed to understand the warnings surrounding them—The Veil, the strange dreams, and the ominous messages. There had to be something, or someone, who could explain the connection they felt and the danger that seemed to follow.
By Mavdi1617about a year ago in Criminal
The Murder of Arlıs Perry:. Content Warning.
On a chilling October night in 1974, a young woman walked into a church on Stanford University’s campus to pray. Arlis Perry’s footsteps echoed for the last time on the church’s cold stone floor that night. Her life was about to end in brutal tragedy, leaving behind unanswered questions and one of America’s most disturbing unsolved mysteries. At just 19 years old, Arlis’s murder ignited years of speculation, a relentless quest for justice, and an eerie sense of closure that never quite came.
By Aslihanabout a year ago in Criminal
The Katherine Knight Murder. Content Warning.
The murder committed by Katherine Knight in 2000 remains one of the most disturbing crimes in Australia’s history. This case left a lasting mark not only for the brutality of the act but also for Knight's personality and the terrifying details that emerged. The murder of John Price by his partner, Katherine Knight, went far beyond a typical crime, shocking a nation and becoming a harrowing tale of control, vengeance, and unrelenting violence.
By Aslihanabout a year ago in Criminal
The Satanic Murder of Vicki DeBlieux . Content Warning.
On February 22, 1994, four teens from Jefferson County, Alabama, committed a horrific murder in the name of Satan. Trace Royal Duncan, 17, Carey Dale Grayson, 19, Kenny Loggins, 17, and Louis Mangione, 16, drove around town indulging in hard drugs and alcohol when they came across a young female hitchhiker walking alongside the road.
By Criminal Mattersabout a year ago in Criminal
The Intersection of True Crime and Social Justice Movements
In recent years, the true crime genre has grown in popularity and has become a source of inspiration and motivation for many. These gripping stories of real-life mysteries, cold cases, and criminal investigations have transcended mere entertainment, becoming powerful catalysts for social change. They spotlight issues within the criminal justice system and galvanize support for reform movements. Let us explore the complex relationship between true crime narratives and social justice initiatives and how these seemingly disparate realms have converged to create a potent force for advocacy and awareness.
By MJonCrimeabout a year ago in Criminal