celebrities
From OJ onward, explore the less glamorous side of celebrity life and famous faces accused, vindicated and convicted.
Gary Ridgway:
Introduction: The Green River Killer, better known as Gary Ridgway, was one of the most active serial killers in American history. Ridgway, who was active in the 1980s and 1990s, preyed on weak women in the Seattle area, leaving a legacy of terror and destruction in his wake. This article explores Gary Ridgway's life, crimes, and eventual capture, highlighting the persistent efforts of law enforcement and the long-lasting effects his deeds had on the families of the victims and society at large.
By Lesedi Molutsi2 years ago in Criminal
Alyssa Dayvault:
Title: Alyssa Dayvault: A Story of Tragedy, Deception, and Justice Introduction: A surprising and tragic incident occurred in the small town of Conway, South Carolina, grabbing the attention of the whole country. Alyssa Dayvault, a young woman who appeared to lead a typical life, was at the centre of a startling sequence of events that would shock the neighbourhood. This article explores Alyssa Dayvault's life, the crimes she committed, and the subsequent court proceedings.
By Lesedi Molutsi2 years ago in Criminal
I'M a former police officer . Content Warning.
I'm a former police officer it's time to share the most disturbing case I've handled I'm going to share a few stories with you one by one though because if I was overwhelmed by them I have a feeling you will be two I'm officer Bradley I retired from the force ten years ago at the ripe age of 50 I'll begin with a story from my 20 years as a police officer that stuck with me like a deep thorn January 17th 2005 we got a call about a woman who had locked herself in her bathroom she said her boyfriend was trying to kill her my partner Mason and I arrived at a house on the end of a street the lampposts flickered yellow in the wind danced the trees and bushes the clouds were thick and the air ice cold we took position at the front door we knocked police open up only the sound of wind chimes Mason kicked the door open with all the force he could muster we scanned the house downstairs no one insight clear you hear that I said Mason looked up at the stairs gentle cries a woman so subtle and as if muffled behind the door in a room thought she was supposed to be downstairs said Mason we made our way upstairs ma'am it's OK I began you're safe now no one's going to hurt you the crying stopped abruptly as if someone hit pause then it started again but he's still here replied the woman from inside the bedroom my partner and I checked the entire house no one's here ma'am you're safe downstairs the front door slammed shut my partner and I gave each other a gaze and I could notice his brow sweating despite the cold night I used my head to gesture for him to take a look he stood from atop the stairs and looked down at the front door just the wind I think he said then a gentle voice came from inside the bathroom Are you sure officer Bradley the woman asked the entire night at that scene neither my partner Mason nor I used our names out loud not once ma'am do you need help or not Mason was agitated we need to know you're OK so step back because I'm kicking it in a part of me believes Mason was more eager to see the woman's face to find out who she was and how she knew what she did that he was for her safety he wanted Peace of Mind no hold on hold on I said she might be sitting right by the door we don't want to hurt her then she said it officer Bradley tell Mason that if he touches this door I will visit his family in the late hours of a certain night and breakdown a door of my own the woman's voice was an octave deeper when she said that I never understood the expression why does a ghost do people actually turn that pale in the face I learned that they in fact did when I saw my partner react to those sinister words I couldn't stop him from kicking in that bedroom door this time but when he did we found nobody inside there wasn't a window above the shower through which to escape or another door to go through and yet we were certain that we just had a full conversation with the woman behind this door we scanned the entire house including the backyard one last time inch by inch nothing partner and I communicated nonverbally the rest of the night so when it was time to leave we gave each other a look and left the house without even looking back now this is the part of the story I haven't told anyone not even Mason we were sufficiently disturbed so I didn't want to tell him what I'm about to tell you when we left the house I drove us back to the station that night he probably thought I didn't notice but his hands shaking too much to drive comfortably he doesn't drink coffee as I reversed the cruiser out the street Mason didn't look back at the house but the truth is I did and I sincerely wish that I hadn't my eyes squinted through the thick darkness between me and the garbage can at the side of the house to see a black figure kneeling by the gate as if watching us leave and as we finally began to drive away as the house became more and more distant in the rearview mirror the figure slowly stood itself up and elsewhere even today that as it stood up its head peaked over the roof of that two-story house
By sagar dhital2 years ago in Criminal
From Bank Robber to Celebrity
In the 21st century, we have an undeniable fascination with celebrities, but this isn’t a modern phenomenon. Even in the 1930s, the American public was captivated by a different breed of celebrities – Public Enemies. The likes of Bonnie and Clyde, Ma Barker, Pretty Boy Floyd, and Machine Gun Kelly achieved widespread fame, often followed by their demise in a hail of bullets. Among these infamous figures, one name stands out: John Dillinger, who earned the title of Public Enemy Number One, a designation shared by only six individuals in history.
By Michael Gidado 2 years ago in Criminal
The Bizarre Circumstances Surrounding the Death of Elisa Lam. Content Warning.
On January 31st, 2013, 21-year-old Elisa Lam vanished on the day she was supposed to check out of the “Stay on Main” hostel. This case is filled with creepy coincidences and conspiracy theories.
By YesItsMocha2 years ago in Criminal
The Arrest of Keffe D
In the annals of hip-hop history, few incidents have been as notorious and mysterious as the murder of Tupac Shakur. On September 7, 1996, Tupac was fatally shot in a drive-by shooting in Las Vegas, Nevada. The crime shook the music world and sparked numerous conspiracy theories. Among the individuals rumored to have information about the murder was Duane Keith "Keffe D" Davis, a Southside Compton Crips gang member with a long history of criminal involvement. Keffe D's eventual arrest and confession would bring a glimmer of clarity to the enigma surrounding Tupac's death.
By Febi Danso Yeboah2 years ago in Criminal
The Chilling Tale of Gert van Rooyen and Joey Haarhoff:
Introduction: Joey Haarhoff and Gert van Rooyen are two names that continue to haunt South Africa's criminal past. Their horrible murders and enigmatic disappearance have had a profound effect on the country. This page explores the history, occupations, private lives, killing spree, capture, and present whereabouts of these infamous people.
By Lesedi Molutsi2 years ago in Criminal
Unveiling the Minds of Serial Killers:
Title: Unveiling the Minds of Serial Killers: A Fascinating Journey into Research Introduction: For years, serial killers have captured the public's attention and served as the basis for endless. books, films, and television shows. Researchers are utterly fascinated by them because of the horrifying nature of their acts and the mystery surrounding their motivations. In this article, we examine the many research projects carried out to comprehend the psychology, motivations, and patterns of serial killers.
By Lesedi Molutsi2 years ago in Criminal
Stewart Wilken:
Introduction: South Africa was struck by a string of horrible incidents in the late 1990s that rocked the country. Stewart Wilken, popularly known as the Boetie Boer, rose to prominence after being implicated in the killings of five young women. His heinous crimes, which were directed at sex workers, left a wake of terror and destruction.
By Lesedi Molutsi2 years ago in Criminal
Richard Ramirez:
Introduction: The Night Stalker, also known as Richard Ramirez, is still one of the most infamous serial killers in American history. Ramirez terrorised the people of Los Angeles and San Francisco during the middle of the 1980s, leaving a path of heinous murders, sex crimes, and break-ins in his wake. This article examines Richard Ramirez's life, crimes, and eventual capture to offer light on the long-lasting effects he had on the neighbourhoods he targeted and the general terror that engulfed the country.
By Lesedi Molutsi2 years ago in Criminal
Dennis Rader:
Introduction: One of the most terrifying and puzzling characters in the history of American serial killers is Dennis Rader, commonly known as the BTK Killer. Rader terrorised the people of Wichita, Kansas, from 1974 and 1991, leaving a swath of fear and unimaginable violence in his wake. This article explores the life, crimes, and eventual capture of Dennis Rader, illuminating his troubling split personality and the long-lasting effects he had on the families of his victims and society at large.
By Lesedi Molutsi2 years ago in Criminal
Richard Kuklinski:
Introduction: Known as "The Iceman," Richard Kuklinski was one of the most infamous contract murderers in American history. He developed a reputation as a cold-blooded killer thanks to his horrifying murders and deliberate methods of killing. This article examines Richard Kuklinski's life, crimes, and psychology, examining the influences that made him a merciless killer and the course of the investigation that led to his eventual conviction.
By Lesedi Molutsi2 years ago in Criminal
