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Big crimes, small screen; true crime television series and TV documentaries that recreate and reexamine some of the mystifying and grisliest cases in history.

‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’ Kicks Off with Impressive $21.6 Million Opening Day"
The boys are back in action. Sony and Columbia’s latest entry in the “Bad Boys” franchise, “Bad Boys: Ride or Die,” has kicked off with a solid $21.6 million from 3,885 locations on its opening day, including preview screenings. The film also received a revenue boost from Imax and other premium large format screens.
By Toyin Olajide2 years ago in Criminal
The Real Story of 'Hit Man' on Netflix: Who Really Was Gary Johnson?
Netflix never fails to deliver when it comes to dramas based on true crimes. The gripping series "Hit Man," which investigates the sinister, unnoticed facets of human nature, has generated the most recent buzz. However, the fact that this show is based on a real person—Gary Johnson—is what makes it so captivating. Who was Gary Johnson, and what's his extraordinary story? This story is as intriguing as it gets, so buckle up
By Toyin Olajide2 years ago in Criminal
Serial Killer Arrested in Egypt. Content Warning.
The incident that took place today is still fresh in everyone's minds, and truth be told, it's safe to say that it's one of the worst cases in Egypt's history. Unlike the usual individual crimes, today's perpetrator is a serial killer, the first of its kind since the infamous Giza killer. So, brace yourselves for the chilling details of this unmissable event. It all began when the police received a report from a citizen in Port Said Governorate, claiming to have discovered the body of a girl abandoned on a desert road, with a horrifying and unsettling appearance. Naturally, the police rushed to the scene, a truly desolate desert, only to find the girl's body completely exposed, her face disfigured, bearing deep signs of abuse and torture all over her body. Additionally, her hair had been not just shaved, but brutally cut from her head. The sight was truly terrifying. Subsequently, the body was taken to the forensic department, and a security cordon was established around the crime scene to gather any possible evidence.The issue in this case arose from the usual procedure followed by the police when dealing with cases involving unidentified bodies. Typically, they refer back to registered reports, often related to missing persons, but this case posed a greater challenge. The police were unable to find any reports or descriptions related to the discovered body.
By AyyuBest2 years ago in Criminal
One Simple Law That Destroyed Italian Mafia
In that time in Sicily the simple men who were the peasants wanted to be equal to the wealthy ones who owned the land. These hoodlums became bandits who formed clans that terrorized the landowners by collecting protection taxes using knives or shotguns as their weapons. Exactly this short and handy enterprise—extortion—provided them with a threat themselves and the shelter from it for fee.
By Amine Oubih2 years ago in Criminal
Man, 28, found dead in his Nairobi house after missing for 3 days. Content Warning.
Detectives are investigating the cause of the death of a 28-year-old man whose body was discovered in his house in the Umoja Two area.
By Kelly Munala Brookes2 years ago in Criminal
Which Death Row Prisoner Had Most Expensive LAST MEAL?. Content Warning.
The last meals of death row prisoners serve two purposes: that of an unbecoming curiosity, an approximate study into the last wishes of some of the most infamous people in the society. From the sadistic events to the prevailing ones, such desires act as virtual windows to the minds of the locked souls that are exploring death. In this article, since divulging about the most astonishing and extravagant last meal requests in the history will be our guided tour of the character.
By Amine Oubih2 years ago in Criminal
Review of 'American Rust' Season 2
My wife and I really enjoyed the first season of American Rust on Showtime nearly three years ago, and we enjoyed the second season on Amazon that we binged in the past few days even more.
By Paul Levinson2 years ago in Criminal
The Green River Killer - Worst American Serial Killer?. Content Warning.
Serial killers. Every true-crime aficionado knows the chilling tales that surround them, each vying for the title of the most heinous. Names like Ted Bundy and Jeffrey Dahmer have become synonymous with depravity and horror. Yet, in the annals of criminal history, one figure stands out for the sheer scale of his atrocities: the Green River Killer.
By Gunduz2 years ago in Criminal
Everyone who touched her died. Content Warning.
Gloria Ramirez, aged 31 with a history of cervical cancer, was brought to Riverside General Hospital in Southern California at around 8:15 pm in February 1994. She exhibited slow breathing and a rapid heartbeat, perplexing the medical staff. Despite their efforts to aid her with medications for sedation and heart rate control, Gloria's condition did not improve.
By “M”2 years ago in Criminal
The Case of Bahsid Mclean: Crime and Mental Health in the Justice System
In Feb 2013, a crime shocked the Bronx community. Bahsid Mclean killed his mother, Tanya Byrd. This event led to inquiries about his motives and mental health. Analyzing this case highlights mental health in the justice system and the need for justice and mental health care for the accused.
By khayam wazir2 years ago in Criminal
THE HELL OF TAMILNADU
On January 24, 2024, a tragic accident took place on the Thoppur ghat road in Dharmapuri, Tamil Nadu. A paddy truck lost control and collided with two trucks and two cars. The impact was devastating: two vehicles caught fire, and several people suffered burns. The casualties included four fatalities, and eight others were injured12.
By Madhankumarramesh2 years ago in Criminal
Cracking the Code
Deep beneath the bustling city of Antwerp, nestled within the renowned Diamond District, lies an extraordinary vault, touted as one of the most impregnable fortresses on Earth. Guarded by a sophisticated array of ten high-tech security systems and housed within a building boasting its own private police force, it was widely considered the ultimate sanctuary for safeguarding valuable assets. However, the illusion of invincibility was shattered on the morning of February 17, 2003, at precisely 7:00 a.m. when employees of the Diamond Center arrived to a shocking scene. The supposedly impenetrable safe stood wide open, revealing a stark emptiness within. Strewn across the floor were over 100 empty safety deposit boxes, echoing the audacious theft of roughly half a billion dollars' worth of precious loot. This brazen heist marked a watershed moment, catapulting into infamy as the largest diamond robbery in history. Even two decades later, lingering questions persist regarding the audacious breach of one of the world's most fortified buildings.
By David K2 years ago in Criminal