fact or fiction
Is it fact or merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the myths and beliefs we hold about copycat killers, eyewitnesses testimony, what makes a murderer and more.
Strengthening Forensic Science in the United States:
Forensic science sits at the intersection of evidence, behavior, and belief. When performed with discipline, it brings order to chaos and truth to uncertainty. When it drifts into assumption or politics, it risks turning science into spectacle.
By Dr. Mozelle Martin3 months ago in Criminal
The Fifth Key. AI-Generated.
The rain was a cold, relentless drumbeat on the window of the interrogation room. Detective Elias Thorne, a man whose face was a roadmap of sleepless nights, watched the suspect across the table. Sarah Vance, a retired librarian in her late sixties, was knitting a lavender scarf, her needles clicking with unnerving calmness. She was the prime, and only, suspect in the murder of her neighbor, Mr. Arthur Finch.
By Hussein Gazo3 months ago in Criminal
The Ghost of Medellín
In the late 1970s, deep within the misty mountains of Colombia, a man began building an empire that would terrify the world. His name was Pablo Emilio Escobar Gaviria, a man born into poverty who would one day command more power, money, and fear than many governments combined.
By shakir hamid3 months ago in Criminal
The Dragon of Hong Kong. AI-Generated.
In the neon-lit streets of Hong Kong during the 1980s, where luxury met lawlessness, one man’s name whispered through alleys and nightclubs alike — Crippled Ho. To the world, he was Ng Sik-ho, a poor immigrant from China. But to the police, he was the Dragon of Hong Kong, the mastermind behind one of the largest drug empires in Asia’s history.
By shakir hamid3 months ago in Criminal
The Shadow Empire: The Untold Story of the ‘Ndrangheta Mafia. AI-Generated.
In the dimly lit hills of Calabria, southern Italy, a quiet storm brews beneath the rustic beauty of olive trees and ancient villages. To the outside world, Calabria looks serene, untouched by the chaos of modern life. But deep in the heart of this region, hidden in family ties and blood oaths, lies one of the most dangerous criminal empires ever known — the ‘Ndrangheta.
By shakir hamid3 months ago in Criminal
Criminal Activities and Children
In many parts of the world, the involvement of children in criminal activities has become an alarming social issue. Children, who are expected to represent innocence and potential, are increasingly found participating in crimes ranging from theft and drug dealing to cybercrimes and violent acts. Understanding why children engage in criminal behavior is essential for developing effective prevention and rehabilitation strategies. The problem is not only a reflection of individual choices but also of broader social and environmental factors that shape a child’s upbringing and behavior.
By Shiran Pallewatta4 months ago in Criminal
How a Murderer's Brain Works
The human brain is an extraordinary organ that controls every thought, emotion, and action. Yet in some individuals, it can also give rise to extreme violence and criminal behavior. Scientists and psychologists have long been fascinated by what drives a person to commit murder—one of the most severe acts imaginable. Research into the brain of murderers reveals that violent tendencies often stem from a complex mix of biological abnormalities, psychological disorders, and environmental influences. Understanding how a murderer’s brain works not only helps explain criminal behavior but also opens the door to prevention and rehabilitation.
By Shiran Pallewatta4 months ago in Criminal
Tragedy in the Spotlight: Former NFL Star Mark Sanchez Hospitalized After Indianapolis Stabbing
By: Lynn Myers Indianapolis, IN, October 4, 2025 Former NFL quarterback and FOX Sports analyst Mark Sanchez was hospitalized early Saturday morning following a stabbing incident in downtown Indianapolis. According to reports confirmed by TMZ Sports and the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, the 38-year-old sustained serious injuries after an altercation involving another man around 12:30 a.m.
By Lynn Myers4 months ago in Criminal
Escalating armed conflict is most urgent threat for world in 2025, say global leaders
The year 2025 began with the sound of sirens echoing across continents — from the deserts of the Middle East to the frozen fields of Eastern Europe. What was once considered “regional instability” had evolved into a global chain reaction of conflicts. In January, the World Economic Forum convened in Geneva, where over fifty heads of state and hundreds of global policymakers gathered under one pressing theme: “Preventing the Next Great War.” The consensus was grim — armed conflict had become the single most urgent threat facing humanity.
By [email protected]4 months ago in Criminal
The Winter Code: Rise and Fall of Viktor Malenkov. AI-Generated.
Viktor Malenkov was born in 1968 in the bleak industrial city of Nizhny Tagil, deep in the Ural Mountains. His father worked in a steel factory; his mother, a nurse who never stopped praying for her only son. But Russia in the late 1980s was a land in turmoil — the Soviet Union was crumbling, and so were the rules. Factories closed, wages disappeared, and the streets filled with hungry men who learned that survival depended on strength, not honesty.
By shakir hamid4 months ago in Criminal
Title: Blood Oath: The Rise and Fall of Salvatore Ricci. AI-Generated.
The story of Salvatore Ricci, known across the underworld as “The Gentleman Butcher,” began in the narrow alleys of Palermo, Sicily. Born in 1954 to a humble fisherman and a devout mother, Salvatore’s childhood was marked by hunger, silence, and the sound of waves breaking against the docks. His father dreamed of an honest life, but honesty didn’t feed a family of six. By sixteen, Salvatore had already learned that survival demanded compromise — and in Sicily, compromise meant the Mafia.
By shakir hamid4 months ago in Criminal
