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Whodunnit, and why? All about criminal investigations and the forensic methods used to search for clues and collect evidence to get to the bottom of the crime.

Genealogy Whiz Solves 1964 Murder: The Marise Chiverella Cold Case Finally Closed
Here’s a story that starts on a cold Pennsylvania morning in 1964 and doesn’t let go for nearly six decades. It’s about a little 9-year-old girl named Marise Chiverella, a family’s heartbreak, and a case that haunted a whole town — until a college kid with a knack for genealogy did what generations of seasoned investigators couldn’t.
By MJonCrime7 months ago in Criminal
ATM Jackpotting
In the evolving landscape of cybercrime, ATM jackpotting has emerged as a sophisticated and audacious method for criminals to drain cash from automated teller machines. This crime, which forces ATMs to dispense money like a slot machine hitting the jackpot, blends physical tampering with digital manipulation, posing significant challenges for banks, law enforcement, and cybersecurity experts. As jackpotting incidents rise globally, understanding this crime's mechanics, impact, and prevention strategies is critical.
By Steven Zimmerman7 months ago in Criminal
Leadership Failures and Challenges Facing the El Paso Police Department: A Two-Year Overview
The El Paso Police Department (EPPD), long regarded as a cornerstone of public safety in one of America’s safest large cities, has faced significant leadership challenges and internal controversies over the past two years. Following the death of longtime Police Chief Greg Allen in January 2023, the department has struggled with a transition to new leadership, allegations of systemic cultural issues, and high-profile officer misconduct cases. These issues have raised questions about accountability, transparency, and the department’s ability to maintain public trust while addressing complex modern policing challenges. This article examines the leadership failures and problems that have plagued the EPPD since January 2023, drawing on available information and critical analysis.
By Steven Zimmerman7 months ago in Criminal
True Crime Digest: Darkest Headlines From Family Tragedies to Scandalous Trials
"Alright, folks, grab your coffee and settle in. This week's true crime headlines are a mixed bag of you can't make this up kinda cases, family tragedies that'll break your heart, and celebrity scandals that just won't quit. We're hitting the streets from Georgia to Hollywood, digging up the dirt and telling the stories that others won't."
By MJonCrime7 months ago in Criminal
Gary Ridgway: The Green River Killer. Content Warning.
Overview Gary Leon Ridgway was born on February 18, 1949. Ridgway was known as the Green River Killer or the Green River Strangler.
By Emma Beckley7 months ago in Criminal
Minnesota Shooting Suspect Vance Boelter Arrested After State’s ‘Largest Manhunt’. AI-Generated.
A Quiet Town's Unexpected Shock Blooming Prairie, Minnesota. A town where the biggest news usually revolves around the annual corn festival or the high school football game. It's the kind of place where neighbors know each other, where doors are left unlocked, and the biggest worry is usually a rogue squirrel raiding the bird feeder. That all changed on a Tuesday morning, shattering the quietude with a sudden, violent burst of chaos.
By Ann D. Burch7 months ago in Criminal
How a Drugmaker Fuelled an Opioid Crisis
I have spent most of my working life in the life sciences industry, most of the time in the pharma business. It's no surprise that the community distrusts the morals and ethics of big pharma.
By Calvin London7 months ago in Criminal
Father Vanishes Under Suspicious Circumstances: Where is Benny Battle?. Content Warning.
Benny Battle grew up in the small town of Yulee, Florida, just miles from the Georgia border. Benny was always close to his family and that continued into his adult years.
By Where are they? Podcast8 months ago in Criminal
Father Vanishes on Work Trip: Where is Duane Murphy?
Duane Murphy served as a lead technician for his company, a job that took him out of town often. Duane, the father of a little girl and one more on the way, didn’t like being away from his family for so long, but he was a hard worker and needed to provide for his family.
By Where are they? Podcast8 months ago in Criminal
A Mother's Hope Never Dies
Her name was Helen. She was just 26 years old when she got sentenced to life in prison in the 1970s. They said she killed someone, but she didn’t. She was innocent. She didn’t even know the victim. Her only mistake was being at the wrong place at the wrong time. And because of that, her whole life was stolen.
By Usama8 months ago in Criminal
Iran Strikes Back: Tehran Launches Major Retaliatory Assault on Israel Following Airstrike on Nuclear Sites
In a sharp escalation of Middle Eastern tensions, Iran launched a massive retaliatory strike against Israel late on June 13, 2025, following Israel’s recent bombing campaign that targeted key Iranian nuclear and military facilities. The Iranian counter-offensive, dubbed "Operation True Promise 3", involved the launch of over 150 ballistic missiles and more than 100 drones, many of which targeted densely populated areas and strategic military sites in central Israel.
By Mehtab Ahmad8 months ago in Criminal
Karen Read Trial: A Tale of Tragedy, Suspicion, and Divided Opinions.
The Karen Read trial is more than a courtroom drama—it’s a complex story of love, loss, and legal uncertainty that has sparked widespread debate and deepened public skepticism about the justice system. At the heart of the case is the tragic death of Boston police officer John O’Keefe, who was found unresponsive in the early hours of January 29, 2022, lying in the snow outside a fellow officer’s home in Canton, Massachusetts.
By Abdul Moyiz8 months ago in Criminal