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How Victorian Era Birthed Sensationalism in True Crime
The Victorian era, which lasted from 1837 to 1901, saw significant industrialization, cultural development, and sociological transformation. The popularity of true crime stories that captured people's attention during this time also reflected a fascination with the darker sides of human nature. A popular type of entertainment and moral study, true crime emerged in the Victorian era, thanks to sensationalist newspapers and gory penny dreadfuls.
By Anisah Suhailah2 years ago in Criminal
"Unveiling the Enigma of Thug Behram: India's Notorious Serial Killer"
**Unmasking the Legend of Thug Behram** In the annals of criminal history, few figures loom as large and enigmatic as Thug Behram. This notorious 19th-century serial killer, shrouded in mystery, left an indelible mark on India. In the first part of this two-part series, we delve into the origins and chilling exploits of Thug Behram, attempting to unravel the secrets behind this dark legend.
By JACK2 years ago in Criminal
Sherlock Holmes
In the wake of Sherlock Holmes' passing, the world mourned the loss of the greatest detective it had ever known! Dr. John Watson, his steadfast companion and chronicler, found himself at a loss without his dear friend. Yet, life moved forward, albeit with a palpable absence in the world of crime-solving.
By marie e ehlenbach2 years ago in Criminal
The Story of Rosa Lee Ingram
This was a new story I just found out which was very interesting. This is a story about an African American woman who was convicted of murder along with her teenage sons. They were all sentenced to death until Civil rights organizations launched an ambitious campaign to free the Ingrams in the years that followed. This is the story of Rosa Lee Ingram.
By Gladys W. Muturi2 years ago in Criminal
The Murder of Mary Jones
Mary Jones was a 32-year-old single mother who lived in a small apartment in downtown Chicago with her 8-year-old son, Tommy. She worked as a waitress at a local diner and struggled to make ends meet. She had no enemies, no criminal record, and no apparent motive for anyone to harm her. Yet, on the night of February 14, 2023, she was brutally murdered in her own home.
By Birwula Aaron2 years ago in Criminal
What Happens When Serial Killers Stop?. Content Warning.
Questions linger in the eerie aftermath. What leads these shadowed figures to stop their horrifying acts? Is it a moment of clarity, a brush with the law, or the relentless march of time?
By Charlene Ann Mildred Barroga2 years ago in Criminal
The Truth—How Karl Karlsen Took The Life Of His Wife and Son For Insurance Payout . Content Warning.
Karl Karlsen was considered a grieving man. He had lost his wife and son within 17 years, and people had thought their deaths were both accidental.
By Rare Stories2 years ago in Criminal
Dexter v Texas
I already know today’s piece is going to be very different than my usual stuff, because it is what I’m thinking about at the moment. I have so many good, quality subjects to write about but setting those aside for when I can be thoughtful about them and give them a little more time than I have right now. Either way, I think this is something that not enough people talk about so let’s dive in: executioners are the same as serial killers, aside from the fact that they are legally sanctioned. They are the legally sanctioned Dexters. Full stop.
By Morgan Longford2 years ago in Criminal
The Drunken Jurors Who Used an Ouija Board to Decide the Verdict in a Double Murder Case
Stephen Young, an insurance broker, called car dealer Harry Fuller with a prospective business deal one February evening in 1993. Fuller agreed to meet Young the next morning at his cottage in Wadhurst, Sussex, to discuss the deal. Unbeknownst to Young, Mr. Fuller recorded the phone call he made to arrange the meeting.
By Criminal Matters2 years ago in Criminal
"The Puzzle of Silence"
In the city of Shadows, where secrets hide around every corner, a detective named Rafael faces his most challenging case: The Puzzle of Silence.
By Hendrik SancheZ2 years ago in Criminal
Authorities in Texas have charged a man with murder in connection with the death of 11-year-old Audrii Cunningham
"Authorities in Texas have charged a man with murder in connection with the death of 11-year-old Audrii Cunningham" Polk County authorities charged Don Steven McDougal with capital murder.
By TrendVerse2 years ago in Criminal
The Story of Larry Don McQuay- The Man Who Begged For His Castration. Content Warning.
Larry Don McQuay, a convicted sex offender, was released from prison in 2005. As part of his release, he was surgically castrated and fitted with an ankle monitoring device.
By Rare Stories2 years ago in Criminal