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University of Idaho Murders: The Bryan Kohberger Investigation [Part 1]

Four University of Idaho students brutally stabbed to death. A community paralyzed by fear. And the shocking arrest of Bryan Kohberger, a criminology PhD student who allegedly stalked his victims before attacking them in their beds. This article examines the timeline of the murders, the breakthrough evidence that led to Kohberger's arrest, and the complex legal battle that continues to unfold as the victims' families await justice.

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Luke D’Wit: Fentanyl And The Betrayal of Carol and Stephen Baxter

In a chilling case of betrayal, IT worker Luke D'Wit spent years manipulating a trusting Essex couple through elaborate fake online personas before poisoning them with fentanyl to take control of their successful business. Through a security camera app, he coldly monitored their final moments.
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Watching Casey Anthony: Two Authors Document A Controversial Trial

At 540 pages, this exhaustive investigation into the Casey Anthony case mirrors the sprawling nature of the trial itself, delving deep into every twist and turn of an investigation that captivated America and left more questions than answers.
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Thomas Kwan: A GP’s Elaborate Plot to Poison for Inheritance

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Everything seemed routine. The nurse spoke with a slight Asian accent, checked O'Hara's blood pressure, and asked standard health questions. But this wasn't a legitimate medical visit. It was the beginning of a calculated murder plot.
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Serial Killers And Childhood Abuse: Is There A Link?

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Many serial killers have reported a history of childhood abuse. This study examined 50 US convicted serial killers to examine the possible relationship between childhood abuse and serial murder.
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Charlie Peace: Murder, Mayhem and the Master of Disguise

Charlie Peace was a man who over time became a master criminal and a charismatic individual who used his unique skills to almost every advantage. He had determination, self-confidence, and a creativity which would serve him well...

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How Jennifer Pan Planned Her Parents’ Murder from Within

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The Canadian case of Jennifer Pan in 2010 features some unique characteristics within the dark world of parricide; when a child kills their own parents.
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Scott Peterson Case: Tragedy, Trial, and Ongoing Legal Developments

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Christmas is always a magical time of year, especially for a young couple expecting their first child. But on December 24th 2002, that magic was to end forever for Laci and Scott Peterson.

R. Kelly: Aided By A Network of Complicity Enabling His Crimes

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Researchers have found patterns revealed in R Kelly's abuse trial to be classic examples of how unethical, even criminal, conduct can persist in organizations for long periods of time.

The Murder of Cecil Wells and the 49th State

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In the dead of night two intruders broke into the Alaskan home of Cecil Wells and shot him dead while he slept, before beating his wife and escaping with cash and jewelry. Or at least, this was what Diane Wells told the police...

Strangled: A Courageous Fight Against The Darkest Corners of Humanity

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Hunting down an elusive killer led two women into a dark layer of the internet where anonymity allows for threats and intimidation to be unleashed.

Prescription For Violence: The Involuntary Intoxication Through Prescribed Medication Defense

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Young Serial Killers: Breaking Down the Research

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Young serial killers remain one of criminology's darkest realities. New research strips away media myths and sensationalism, revealing the complex psychology behind juveniles who commit multiple murders.

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A Research Roundup: Capital Punishment and Death Row Inmates

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An excellent summary of academic research studies on capital punishment to help ground coverage and better understand this complex issue.

Australia’s Night Caller: Eric Edgar Cooke

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The last person to be hanged in Western Australia, serial killer Eric Edgar Cooke terrorized the Perth suburbs with random killings before he was caught.

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