CRIME Archives

Explosive Device Discovered Inside Perry High School During Police Search, Officials Say

PERRY, Iowa – Police in Perry, Iowa, uncovered an explosive device at Perry High School during a search of the building in the aftermath of a shooting. Assistant Director Mitch Mortvedt of the Division of Criminal Investigation made the announcement during a press conference on Thursday. The device, described as an “improvised explosive device,” was rendered safe by the Iowa state fire marshal and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, according to Mortvedt. He …

New Study Shows Crib Cameras Provide Clues to Tragic Sudden Child Deaths

CAMDEN, NJ – Crib cameras are shedding light on a rare and tragic phenomenon in which seemingly healthy young children suddenly die in their sleep, and autopsies are unable to determine the cause. This heartbreaking situation has left many parents and researchers searching for answers. According to experts, these sudden and unexplained deaths, known as sudden unexpected infant deaths (SUID), are a source of great concern. The use of crib cameras has provided valuable insights …

Child Abuse Ring in Glasgow Drugs Den Faces “Very Substantial” Prison Sentences for “Extraordinary Depravity”

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND – A group involved in a child abuse case at a drugs den in Glasgow may face lengthy jail time for their crimes. The ring preyed on victims in a location where heroin and crack cocaine were abused, leading to the abuse of three children. The convicted individuals face harrowing charges, including gang rape and attempted murder of a child. Some were also found guilty of sexually abusing multiple children and filming the …

Judge Dismisses Murder Charge Against Woman Who Shot and Killed Pro Bull Rider

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – A Utah judge has dismissed murder and other charges against a woman who shot and killed her bull-rider boyfriend, finding that she was justified in using deadly force. Lashawn Denise Bagley, 23, was accused of shooting and killing her on-and-off boyfriend, Demetrius Omar Lateef Allen, 27, a professional bull rider. The incident occurred after an argument at a downtown bar, which led Allen to go to Bagley’s apartment to retrieve …

Florida Man Sues Dunkin’ Donuts Over Traumatic Exploding Toilet Incident

A customer in Miami, Florida is taking legal action against Dunkin’, claiming that a toilet in the restaurant’s bathroom exploded on him, causing severe injuries and emotional distress. Paul Kerouac is seeking over $100,000 in damages for the incident, stating that he was covered in human feces, urine, and debris. He alleges that employees were aware of the ongoing issue with the toilet but failed to address it. The lawsuit also contends that Dunkin’ neglected …

Alabama Man and Brother Sentenced to Life in Murder-for-Hire Conspiracy

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – An Alabama man and his brother have been sentenced to life in prison for their involvement in the murder-for-hire conspiracy of his ex-wife, an elementary school teacher and mother of four. Jason Starr, 50, and his brother Darin Starr, 54, were convicted on federal charges of racketeering murder in the shooting death of Sara Starr, a fourth-grade teacher at Harrand Creek Elementary School in Enterprise. Sara Starr was killed just four months …

Los Angeles Police Seek 32-Year-Old Homeless Man Suspected of Fatally Shooting Puppy After Argument

LOS ANGELES, CA – Los Angeles police are on the lookout for a 32-year-old homeless man suspected of fatally shooting a puppy during an argument. The heartbreaking incident took place on Tuesday, and the suspect is accused of using a pillow as a shield before shooting the 4-month-old puppy. The dog was rushed to an animal shelter but unfortunately did not survive. Little is known about the circumstances surrounding the argument that led to the …

Senators Express Regret for Policy Failures After Increased Mass Shootings in Their Own States

Washington, D.C. – In a recently published article, the issue of senators changing their stance on gun legislation in the wake of mass shootings has been brought to light. The article highlights the shift in some senators’ positions on an AR-style weapons ban since the Sandy Hook tragedy, revealing their previously selfish and myopic approach to the issue. The article brings attention to the fact that some senators only expressed remorse for their previous votes …

Lompoc Police Release Identity of 20-Year-Old Shot and Killed During Robbery and Carjacking Attempt at Convenience Store

LOMPOC, Calif. – A 20-year-old resident of Lompoc was fatally shot by police officers while they were responding to reports of a carjacking and a robbery attempt at a convenience store on December 29, 2023. The man, identified as Connor Amador, was confronted by police officers outside the store and was subsequently shot. According to the Lompoc Police, Amador allegedly robbed the clerk at the convenience store of alcohol and money before attempting to carjack …

Barrie Native Gabe Batstone Continues Fight for Child Protection After Ex-Wife’s Death

Barrie, Ontario – Nine years after Lisa Batstone killed her daughter, Teagan, she has died while serving a life sentence in a British Columbia prison. The cause of death and further details have not been released, but the incident is currently under investigation. Teagan Batstone was smothered by her mother as she slept on December 10, 2014. Lisa was convicted of second-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison with no chance of parole for …