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New Evidence Emerges as Barry Morphew Faces Murder Charges in His Wife’s Disappearance

Salida, Colorado — Barry Morphew, long considered a key figure in the investigation into his wife Suzanne’s disappearance and presumed murder, was apprehended in Arizona on June 20, 2025. His arrest followed a grand jury indictment accusing him of first-degree murder, marking his second arrest related to Suzanne’s case. The previous charges were dropped, allowing for the possibility of renewed legal action. Developments in the case have shocked those who have followed it since Suzanne …

Suspicion Surrounds Fatal Garner House Fire as Investigators Uncover Homicide and Arson Evidence

GARNER, N.C. — Authorities are investigating a tragic house fire in Garner that resulted in multiple fatalities, linking the incident to arson and homicide. On Tuesday at approximately 9:30 a.m., emergency responders arrived at a residence on Rand Road, close to the intersection with Ten Ten Road, where firefighters discovered the bodies of four individuals, including a man and two teenagers. The deceased have been identified as 49-year-old Shannon Collins and the two victims aged …

Barry Morphew Re-Arrested on First-Degree Murder Charge as New Evidence Emerges in Susanne Morphew Case

DENVER — More than three years after Suzanne Morphew was reported missing on Mother’s Day 2020, her husband Barry Morphew faced new legal troubles as he was arrested on a first-degree murder charge in Arizona on Friday. This development follows an indictment returned by a Colorado grand jury earlier in the week. Morphew’s bond was set at $3 million, cash only, as authorities worked to extradite him back to Colorado. The arrest marks a significant …

Jury Weighs Controversial Evidence in Karen Read Murder Trial of Slain Boston Officer John O’Keefe

BOSTON — In a case that has drawn significant public attention and debate, jurors are currently deliberating in the trial of Karen Read, accused of causing the death of Boston police officer John O’Keefe. The proceedings have captured the interest of many, reflecting ongoing tensions surrounding law enforcement accountability and community relationships. O’Keefe, a veteran officer, was found dead in a snowbank in February 2022. The circumstances surrounding his death have sparked controversy, with differing …

Jury Weighs Evidence in Murky Case of Alleged Murder Linked to Fatal Lunch Gathering

Leongatha, Australia — A jury is deliberating the fate of Erin Patterson, who faces charges of murder and attempted murder related to a fatal lunch she hosted in July 2023. The case centers on a beef Wellington dish served at her home, which prosecutors say contained toxic mushrooms that led to the deaths of three guests. The incident occurred during a family gathering, where Patterson invited her former in-laws, Don and Gail Patterson, both 70, …

"Lost Evidence in Decades-Old Murder Case Reignites Family’s Fight for Justice for 13-Year-Old Dee Dee Dawkins"

CATAWBA COUNTY, N.C. — Families seeking justice for unsolved murders often face profound heartbreak, but new revelations in the 1992 case of Dee Dee Dawkins have sparked renewed outrage and concern. The 13-year-old girl was found dead in a river near Hickory, prompting a decades-long struggle for answers that, until recently, appeared to be slipping further away. In a shocking turn of events, it has come to light that critical evidence linked to Dawkins’ murder, …

Tennessee Man Faces Execution After Decades of Legal Turmoil and New DNA Evidence Raises Doubts

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Oscar Smith, a 75-year-old man convicted for the brutal murders of his estranged wife and her two teenage sons, faced execution on Thursday morning, three years after a last-minute reprieve spared his life. Scheduled for a lethal injection at 10:10 a.m., Smith has long maintained his innocence and criticized the judicial system for failing him. Smith was found guilty of killing his estranged wife, Judith Smith, and her sons, 13-year-old Jason Burnett …

Emotional Testimonies and Harrowing Evidence Unveiled in Birmingham Murder-for-Hire Trial

Birmingham, Alabama — Emotions ran high in a Jefferson County courtroom as the trial of 27-year-old Demarcus Chandler unfolded, charged with the capital murder-for-hire of his 24-year-old girlfriend, Raven Swain. The case, stemming from a tragic 2020 incident in a local park, has gripped the community and highlighted a disturbing tale of betrayal and violence. Prosecutors Isabella Colombo and Charissa Henrichs argued that Chandler, currently incarcerated for parole violations, orchestrated Swain’s murder, paying Solomon Minatee …

Louisiana Mother Charged in 1970 Cold Case of Toddler Son’s Death: New Forensic Evidence Unveils Decades-Old Mystery

SULPHUR, La. — In a remarkable twist to a decades-old mystery, a Louisiana woman has been arrested for the alleged murder of her toddler son more than 50 years ago. Alice Bunch Idlett, 75, faces second-degree murder charges in connection with the death of Earl D. Bunch III, who was only 16 months old at the time of his demise on January 20, 1970. The arrest followed a detailed revival of the case last year …

Nashville Police Solve April Homicide with Arrest of 21-Year-Old Suspect Linked to Surveillance and Weapon Evidence

Nashville, Tenn. — Authorities in Nashville have apprehended 21-year-old Miguel Cruz-Lopez in connection with the April murder of Francisco Almazan-Rojas. The incident, which occurred on April 28, resulted in Almazan-Rojas being fatally shot multiple times in William Pitts Park, discovered by local residents. Investigations revealed that Almazan-Rojas suffered seven gunshot wounds, five of which were at close range. According to the findings of the autopsy report, the severity of the injuries indicated a brutal execution. …