Charlie Kirk Murder Case: Death Penalty Still in Play, Prosecutor Held in Contem

Jury Delivers Speedy Verdict in Kevin Lychwick's Murder Trial

After less than an hour of deliberations, a Wisconsin jury reached a verdict in Kevin Lychwicks murder trial. Lychwick was convicted of first-degree intentional...

1st-Grader Threatened Children Before Shooting: Teacher

Teacher Jennifer West testified that she observed student JT acting suspiciously during recess before another child told her JT had threatened to blow them up a...

Gas Station Owner Saw A Gun Pointed At His Son, Made a Decision: Defense

The defense delivered its closing argument Monday in the murder trial of Rick Chow, who is accused of fatally shooting 14-year-old Cyrus Carmack-Belton after su...

Polygamist Leader Expresses Regret at Sentencing for Hotel Kidnapping

Martina Esqueda was emotional in court as she faced sentencing after being deemed the ringleader of a vicious kidnapping and beating at a Red Roof Inn in Maumee...

Bride Breaks Down During Sentencing in Best Man's Death

Savannah Collier has been sentenced to two years of probation after pleading guilty to one count of accessory after the fact, while her husband, James Shirah, 2...

Prosecutors Slam Gas Station Owner Accused of Killing Teen Over Water Bottle

The trial against store owner Rick Chow began on Wednesday morning where prosecutors say 14-year-old Cyrus Carmack-Belton was falsely accused of stealing water ...

Teen Sentenced to 25 Years in Death of 15-Year-Old Girl

Christopher Horne Jr., who pleaded no contest to second-degree murder and three counts of attempted robbery in connection with Kayla Rincon-Millers death, is se...

Judge Throws Out Charges in 1st-Grade Shooter Fallout Case

Former Richneck Elementary assistant principal Ebony Parker was heard sobbing after a judge dismissed the felony child neglect case against her, ending the crim...

17-Year-Old's Death Was No Accident in Deadly Boat Crash Case: State

The trial against George Pino began on Monday after he was accused of killing 17-year-old Lucy Fernandez while he was operating a boat. Prosecutors allege Pino ...

Shocking Find: Tooth, Skull Fragments Recovered From Burn Pit in Wife Murder Cas

Detective Andrew Rolfs, who investigated Crystal Raschs disappearance, testified about a search of the property belonging to Zachariah Rasch, who is accused of ...

Defendant Ignored Multiple Red Flags Before Teacher Shooting: Prosecutors

The trial against Ebony Parker began as she faces eight felony counts of child neglect for allegedly ignoring warnings from teacher Abby Zwerner, who believed a...

Suspected High School Shooter's Trial Moved Away From Atlanta

Colt Gray, the teen accused of killing two students and two teachers and injuring nine others in the 2024 Apalachee High School shooting, appeared in court for ...

Child Killer Gets Death Sentence as Victim's Uncle Breaks Down

The uncle of 7-year-old Athena Strand delivered a final statement, condemning Tanner Horner for taking a pure, innocent life and saying she will never be able t...

Video Shows Man Stealing Beyoncé's Unreleased Music, Caught on Surveillance

Kelvin Evans, the man who was involved in the theft of unreleased Beyonc music, took a plea deal on Tuesday morning. Later in the hearing, the prosecution outli...

Deadly Home Homicide | WI v. Josie Dikeman: Full Opening Statements

Opening statements were given on Tuesday in the case against Josie Dikeman. She is accused of first-degree intentional homicide in the death of 6-year-old Alexa...

Julio Foolio Was Hunted Down and Executed by Suspects: State

After weeks of testimony, prosecutors delivered closing arguments Thursday in the murder case tied to rapper Julio Foolio. The state alleged that suspects Alici...

Victim's Ex-Wife Slams Suzanne Mericle as 'Volatile' During Emotional Sentencing

Two of David Barons former wives testified during sentencing for Suzanne Mericle, convicted of killing him, that he was a kind, calm, and non-violent husband wh...

Judge Says Son-in-Law Murder Mastermind Should Never Get Parole

Tracey Grist, who was convicted of planning the killing of Matthew Restelli, became the third defendant to be sentenced in the death of her son-in-law. During s...

'He Has a Gun:' Son Recalls Gas Station Owner Allegedly Shooting Teen

On Friday, Andy Chow, the son of former gas station owner Rick Chow, testified in his fathers murder trial in the death of 14-year-old Cyrus Carmack-Belton, des...

Kouri Richins' Sons Detail Disturbing Details of Dad's Death

The three sons of Eric Richins shared victim impact statements, read in court by therapists, describing fear, confusion, and trauma following their fathers deat...

FL v. Thomas Stein — Cape Coral Teen Murder Trial — Full Openings

Opening statements in the trial against Thomas Stein began on Wednesday. Stein faces charges of second-degree murder and three counts of attempted robbery in th...

Kouri Richins Delivers Emotional Message to Kids at Sentencing

During her sentencing hearing, Kouri Richins took the opportunity to speak and deliver a message to her sons. Kouri said that she has been trying to get in cont...

Son Delivers Tearful, Furious Statement in Father's Murder Case

During the sentencing of Suzanne Mericle, Evan Baron, the son of the victim, delivered an emotional statement describing the overwhelming grief and anger his fa...

Polygamist Cult Leader Sentenced in Twisted Torture Case

Martina Esqueda was recently sentenced in a disturbing case involving allegations of kidnapping, torture, and manipulation inside a polygamist relationship. But...

Accused Killer Assisted With CPR After Teen Was Shot: Witness

Shelby Bradwell, who was an EMS student at the time of the incident, took the stand in the trial of Rick Chow, who is accused of shooting and killing 14-year-ol...

Preppy Party 'Stabber' Fights Charges in Deadly High School Bloodbath

A jury acquitted Raul Valle of murder and intentional manslaughter in the 2022 stabbing death of James Jimmy McGrath. Valle, 16 at the time of 17-year-old McGra...

Kouri Richins Confronted by Sister-in-Law During Sentencing

Katie Richins Benson delivered an emotional victim impact statement at the sentencing of Kouri Richins, honoring her brother, Eric Richins, as a devoted father,...

Judge Excludes Key Evidence in Luigi Mangione Murder Case

A judge in the murder trial of Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, ruled that prosecutors may use a gun and a notebook descr...

Man Convicted in Murder-for-Hire Sentenced to Life in Prison

A judge sentenced Thomas ODonnell, who was convicted of killing Michael Harding, to life in prison. Michael was shot twice in the head and twice in the body and...

Teen on Trial Claims 'Gun Went Off' Before Girl's Killing

Accused killer Thomas Stein, who is charged with murder and attempted robbery in the shooting death of 15-year-old Kayla Rincon-Miller, takes the stand in his o...

Murdaugh Lawyers Go Nuclear in Bombshell Murder Trial Lawsuit

Alex Murdaughs defense attorneys announced a federal civil rights lawsuit against former Colleton County Clerk of Court Rebecca Becky Hill, following the South ...

Police Received Message From Missing Woman Saying She Was 'Fine'

During testimony in the trial against Zachariah Rasch, Captain Jason Boeck said investigators received an online message from Crystal Raschs email account stati...

Teacher Testifies About Terrifying Moment Student Shot Her

On Tuesday, Abby Zwerner, the teacher allegedly shot by one of her first-grade students, took the stand. Zwerner testified about concerns she said she reported ...

Inside a Troubled Childhood: Expert Details Child Killer's Developmental History

A forensic psychologist testified about child killer Tanner Horners childhood development, saying its key to understanding his behavior. She explained that neur...

He Walked In Then Was Shot 7 Times: State

Murdered Wife Was Preparing to Leave Husband: Stepmother

Diana Free, the stepmother of Crystal Rasch, testified in the trial of Zachariah Rasch, who is accused of killing his estranged wife. Free said she had known Cr...

Father of Murdered Child Admitted to Using Xanax: Ex Co-Worker

A former co-worker of Derek Pedrin took the stand after allegedly approaching the defense during trial because he believed Derek was lying. The witness testifie...

Jury Seals Fate of Child Killer With Death Sentence

After roughly two and a half hours of deliberations, a Texas jury sentenced child killer and kidnapper Tanner Horner to death on Tuesday afternoon. Following th...

6 Bombshell Verdicts Everyone's Talking About in 2026

From Texas to Massachusetts, several bombshell verdicts in high-profile cases have captured national attention this year. Court TV has compiled the top six verd...

Husband Takes Stand, Claims Gun Went Off in Car

Zachariah Rasch, who is charged with the murder of his wife, Crystal Rasch, testified in his own defense. He said that as they were driving home, he noticed Cry...

Daughter Shares Emotional Memories of Murdered Father

Michael Harding's daughter recalled tearful memories of her dad before he was reported missing and found dead in an alleged murder-for-hire plot in 2022. Her da...

Doctor's New Girlfriend Murdered In Jealous Revenge

Dr. Kendra Hatcher, a 35-year-old pediatric dentist, was shot dead in her Dallas parking garage on September 2, 2015. Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today Join...

Accused Killer Looked Up Murder Location: FBI Agent

A FBI agent detailed the extensive investigation of accused killer Thomas O'Donnell and Julie Harding for the murder of her estranged husband, Michael Harding, ...

Brother-in-Law Believes Kouri Richins Made Herself the Victim

On Wednesday, Clint Vincent, Eric Richins brother-in-law, spoke to the court during Kouri Richins sentencing hearing. Clint said that this tragedy was planned a...

Julio Foolio Suspects Exposed as Gang Members by Detective

Another gang detective exposed more Julio Foolio suspects with ties to a gang. This time, the witness focused on cousins Rashad and Davion Murphy. The witness t...

Trophy Wife Unmasked: Celeste Beard Johnson — Interview With A Killer

Shes one of the most camera-friendly killers in true crime history. A glamorous Texas social climber turned convicted black widow. Celeste Beard Johnson has don...

High-Profile Women Murder Trials End in Guilty Verdicts

So far in 2026, several high-profile women accused of murder have faced juries inside courtrooms across the country. In March, Kouri Richins was found guilty of...

Man Audibly Weeps In 1st Court Hearing Since Allegedly Shooting Wife

Sean Brewer was in court on Tuesday after he allegedly shot and killed his wife inside their Massachusetts home. The prosecution claims that Brewer found items ...

Teacher Claims 1st-Grader Choked Her Before Shooting

Susan White, a former teacher at Richneck Elementary School, testified about her prior experiences with the student known as JT, the first-grade shooting suspec...

BREAKING: Alex Murdaugh is Getting a New Trial

The South Carolina Supreme Court overturned Alex Murdaughs murder convictions and ordered a new trial, ruling that improper influence by former court clerk Beck...

Father of Murdered Boy Accused of Violent Threats Over Trial

On Monday, Misty Craig testified in the trial against Josie Dikeman. Craig, who was previously in a relationship with Derek Pedrin and shares a child with him, ...

Convicted Nurse Admits Role in Friend's Fatal Insulin Overdose

Utah nurse Meggan Sundwall spoke at her sentencing on Monday, acknowledging her role in the fatal insulin overdose of her friend, Kacee Lyn Terry. Sundwall admi...

Detective Unveils Julio Foolio Suspect's Ties to ATK Gang

A gang detective conducted an investigation into the ATK gang and its members or associates. The detective alleged that Julio Foolio suspect Isaiah Chance has t...

Attorney Accuses Karen Read Defense of 'Clickbait Lawyering'

A routine status conference in a civil trial took a few unexpected turns on Thursday after attorneys began to accuse each other of inappropriate behavior. Karen...

What Murdaugh Prosecutor Wants Next Could Shock Everyone

The lead prosecutor in the Alex Murdaugh double murder trial says hes disappointed in the order ruling that the disgraced South Carolina lawyer should get a new...

Kouri Richins is 'Not a Monster': Defense

The defense team for Kouri Richins gave its statement at her sentencing hearing and claimed she did not do what she has been convicted of. Kouri was found guilt...

Teacher Holds Back Tears Recalling Horrifying Aftermath Involving 1st-Grade Shoo

Reading specialist Amy Kovac testified that she rushed into the classroom moments after the shooting and found Abby Zwerner bleeding as students ran out screami...

Child Said Josie Dikeman Beat, Choked Murdered Child: Witness

Danielle Swedberg, a coordinator at the Family and Childrens Center, testified as audio of a forensic interview with a young child was played in court. In the r...

'He Had a Short Fuse': Accused Child Killer Blames Boy's Father

While Josie Dikeman was on the stand, she discussed the abuse that went on inside their home and how her former boyfriend was unpredictable and had a short fuse...

Brendan Banfield Breaks Silence at Sentencing: 'Greatly Disappointed in the Lega

Brendan Banfield spoke at his sentencing hearing after being found guilty of the murders of his wife, Christine, and another man inside their home in February 2...

5 Courtroom Freakouts That Shocked Everyone

Courtrooms are supposed to be places of order, but these shocking moments turned into complete chaos. Court TVs Vinnie Politan breaks down five explosive courtr...

1st Grader Shoots Teacher Trial — Full Opening Statements

The trial against Dr. Ebony Parker, a former assistant principal at Richneck Elementary School in Virginia, began on Tuesday. She is facing eight counts of felo...

LIVE: VA v. Ebony Parker - Day 3 | 1st Grader Shoots Teacher Trial

Dr. Ebony Parker faces eight counts of felony child neglect for not preventing a first grade student from shooting a teacher, Abby Zwerner, inside a classroom. ...

Woman Lures Man From Facebook and Throws Him Off A Bridge

Saul Lopez met a woman named Natalie Fonseca on Facebook, not knowing she and her boyfriend Nafis Reynolds were running a violent honey trap in Pensacola, Flori...

Judge Drops Life Sentence on Convicted Boyfriend Killer

During the sentencing of boyfriend killer Suzanne Mericle, the judge said he found the defendant not credible and identified her as the primary aggressor in the...

Investigator Details Bullet, Injuries in Shot Teen's Autopsy Evidence

A Richland County crime scene investigator testified in the trial against gas station owner Rick Chow about evidence collected during the autopsy of 14-year-old...

Witness Testifies Teen Had Nothing in His Hands Before Deadly Shooting

During the trial against gas station owner Rick Chow, witness Devonte Bryant testified he saw Cyrus stumble while running from Chow and his son before the teen ...

Armed Intruder With Knife: Defense Attorneys Claim in Son-in-Law Murder Trial

George Pino Never Intended to Hurt Anyone Prior To Boat Crash: Defense

George Pinos defense lawyer began his opening statement Monday afternoon. They claim that Pino did not intend to hurt anyone that day and that he would never ha...

Defendant Claims Father Violently Beat Murdered Boy Before He Died

While on the stand, Josie Dikeman discussed the abuse 6-year-old Alexavier Pedrin suffered the day before his death. She testified that his father and her boyfr...

Pathologist: Child Could NOT Have Opened Pill Bottle Before Death

On Monday, Dr. Read Quinton, the forensic pathologist who conducted the autopsy on 6-year-old Alexavier Pedrin, testified about his findings. Alexavier died at ...

Mackenzie Shirilla's Twisted Text Messages Revealed

Thousands of shocking text messages pull back the curtain on the toxic and turbulent romance between convicted killer Mackenzie Shirilla and her boyfriend, Domi...

Child Killer Shows No Emotion as Jury Delivers Guilty Verdict

The jury found Josie Dikeman guilty of all charges on Friday afternoon for the death of her former boyfriend's son, 6-year-old Alexavier Pedrin. It took the jur...

Deal With The Devil: Maggie Ybarra — Interview With A Killer

Nobody knew about suburban dad Michael Hendricks dark fantasies or his dangerous dalliance with Maggie Ybarra. Behind closed doors, Hendricks and Ybarra nurture...

State: Accused Husband's Google Searches Reveal Murder Plot

Prosecutor Andrea Will delivered the States closing argument in Zachariah Raschs murder trial, pointing to his internet search history as evidence that the kill...

Karmelo Anthony Found Guilty of Killing Austin Metcalf

Karmelo Anthony, 19, has been found guilty for the death of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf. The teens were attending a regional track meet in Frisco, Texas, when Me...

Karmelo Anthony's First Words After Deadly Track Meet Stabbing

As testimony continues in the Track Meet Tragedy trial, Court TVs Cody Thomas reports from inside the courthouse, where a school resource officers bodycam showe...

Kidnapping Victim Speaks Out as Polygamist Ringleader Is Sentenced

Austyn McClellan described the horrific abuse he says he endured in a powerful victim impact letter read during the sentencing of his former lover, Martina Esqu...

Accused Killer Husband is Questioned By Cops

Zachariah Rasch is questioned by police regarding Crystal Raschs disappearance. In the video, Zachariah says that Crystal has disappeared before and says, Im fi...

Chilling Video from Track Meet Stabbing Revealed to Jurors

As testimony continues in the Track Meet Tragedy trial, Court TVs Cody Thomas reports from inside the courthouse, where jurors have been shown multiple surveill...

Judge Locks Away Dale Warner for Decades in Murder Sentencing

A judge said Dale Warners murder of his wife, Dee Warner, had a devastating impact on her children and family, calling it a major factor in sentencing. The judg...

Stefon Diggs' Chef Strangulation: Full Opening Statements

Opening statements were held Monday in the trial of NFL player Stefon Diggs after his former personal chef accused him of strangling and striking her during an ...

Wife Says Husband's Boat Crash That Killed Teen Was an 'Accident'

Cecilia Pino, the wife of George Pino, took the stand to testify about the events leading up to the September 2022 boat crash that killed 17-year-old Lucy Ferna...

Overkill: Nicholas 'Pickles' Camfield's Horrific Murder — Interview With A

In 2013, the small city of Weatherford, Texas, was rocked by the brutal slaying of local son, JD Doss. The murder weapon? A pickaxe. The murderer? His close fri...

Estranged Wife Made Shocking Militia Claim, Detective Says

A detective reviewed statements made by Julie Harding, the estranged wife of Michael Harding. During testimony, the detective said Julie claimed her husband wan...

Julio Foolio's Killers to Be Sentenced to Life Behind Bars

After a little more than an hour of deliberations, a Florida jury recommended that defendants Isaiah Chance, Sean Gathright, Rashad Murphy, and Davion Murphy be...

'Forever Sorry' Groom Sentenced After Killing Best Friend at Wedding

A Michigan man broke down in court as he was sentenced to at least 30 years in prison for killing his best friend on his wedding night. James Shirah, 24, had pl...

Kouri Richins Locked Up for Life in Husband's Murder Case

Kouri Richins has been sentenced to life in prison without parole for the murder of her husband, Eric Richins. The judge cited the severity and calculated natur...

Woman Hid Pills From Kids Before 6-Year-Old's Death: Friend

On Monday, Loraley Pedrin, who was friends with Josie Dikeman at the time when 6-year-old Alexavier Pedrin died, took the stand. She is also now married to Alex...

100 Calls Between Deceased CHP Captain and Husband's Suspected Killer: Detective

A detective broke down his investigation into the murder of Michael Harding, who turned up dead in Kentucky in 2022. The detective mentioned that Julie Harding,...

Iowa College Girl's Horrific Murder Shocks the Nation

20-year-old Mollie Tibbetts vanished during a routine evening jog in Brooklyn, Iowa on July 18, 2018. Surveillance footage captured a black Chevy Malibu with di...

Victim's Loved Ones Deliver Powerful Statements Before Kouri Richins Sentencing

The family of slain husband and father Eric Richins delivered powerful victim impact statements ahead of Kouri Richins sentencing, including emotional remarks f...

Family Members Break Down During Brendan Banfield Sentencing

During the sentencing hearing for Brendan Banfield on Friday, family members and loved ones of Christine Banfield and Joseph Ryan became emotional as they deliv...

Attorney Claims Julio Foolio Murder Suspect Had Zero Gang Ties

Isaiah Chance's attorney believed that his client had no connection to the murder of rapper Julio Foolio. He also emphasized that Chance was not allegedly upset...

The Tim Hortons Fight That Turned Deadly

A 75-year-old woman in Indiana is dead after she reported got into an intense confrontation with employees inside a Tim Hortons. The scuffle all unraveled over ...

Mackenzie Shirilla Learns Fate in Deadly Crash Sentencing

Mackenzie Shirilla was sentenced to prison after being convicted of murder for deliberately crashing her car into a building in 2022, killing her boyfriend, Dom...

Judge Gets Mad at Prosecution During Trial: 'Give Me a 5 Minute Break'

On Friday, tensions rose in the trial against Josie Dikeman during arguments over what evidence would be allowed in court. Prosecutors indicated the defense wou...

Teen Gets Life for Brutal Murder of 5-Year-Old Prince McCree

Erik Mendoza was sentenced to life in prison on Friday and can file for a release petition after 50 years. He pleaded guilty to five of six charges against him,...

Neighbor Heard Gunshots Before Bodies Found

Angkoreacheany Yoeun, a neighbor of Karen Koep and Davido, testified that she heard gunshots before the couples bodies were found. Yoeun told the court she hear...

Florida Doctor Ambushed with Hammer In Ritzy Home

Dr. Teresa Sievers, a beloved 46-year-old holistic physician in Bonita Springs, Florida, was bludgeoned to death with a hammer in her kitchen on June 28, 2015, ...

Man Executes Mom and Drowns Her Kids One By One

Brandi Peters, 27, and her three young children were found murdered inside their Tallahassee, Florida home on November 20, 2010. Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream...

Messy Deal' Gone Wrong 'One Guy Murdered a Guy: Defense

Killer Groom Sobs in Court Before Judge Hands Down Sentence

James Shirah, the man who pleaded no contest to fatally striking his best friend with an SUV, appeared in court Tuesday for sentencing. Throughout the hearing, ...

SENTENCING: FL v. Alicia Andrews | Julio Foolio Murder Trial

Alicia Andrews is the first of five defendants to be sentenced in connection to the murder of Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio. The rapper was shot and killed i...

'A Piece of Trash': Man Dumps Body of Young Child After Brutal Killing

On Friday, during the sentencing of Erik Mendoza, the state detailed what the defendant did before disposing of the body of 5-year-old Prince McCree. Mendoza ki...

'I Don't Want to Say Anything to You': Defendant and Prosecution Clash in Court

After the jury left the courtroom and the prosecution was finished speaking to the judge, there was a heated exchange between them and the defendant. The prosec...

Julio Foolio Was a Notorious Gang Member, Detective Testifies

Another gang detective discussed his knowledge of the gang called "6 Block" and their well-known members. The detective alleged that murdered rapper Julio Fooli...

State Slams Gas Station Owner Accused of Shooting Teen in Closing Arguments

On Monday, closing arguments began in the case against Rick Chow. He is on trial for allegedly shooting and killing 14-year-old Cyrus Carmack-Belton after he th...

Sheriff Mickey Stines was Paranoid Before Judge Killing: Aunt

Former Sheriff Shawn Stines appeared in court Friday as attorneys argued several motions, including whether he should be granted bond while awaiting trial. Stin...

Delphi Killer Case Rocked: Did Police Arrest the Wrong Guy?

The man convicted of the 2017 murders of two teen girls in Delphi, Indiana has been granted an appeal. Will Richard Allen be granted a new trial? Did police get...

'He Never Took Anything': Surveillance Video Reviewed in Teen Shooting Case

Investigators testified they reviewed surveillance footage with Rick Chow after the shooting of Cyrus Carmack Belton, focusing on claims that Belton stole bottl...

'I Wish He Would Burn, No Mercy': Murdered 5-Year-Old's Father

During Erik Mendoza's sentencing, family members and loved ones addressed the judge and asked for the maximum sentence. Mendoza killed 5-year-old Prince McCree ...

Family Begs Judge for Maximum Sentence After Man's Brutal Killing

Family members and colleagues of David Barron delivered emotional victim impact statements during the sentencing of Suzanne Mericle, who was convicted of killin...

Teen Killer Expresses Regret During Emotional Sentencing for Boyfriend's Murder

Teen Jahara Malik expressed remorse when it was her turn to speak during her sentencing after she pleaded guilty to killing her boyfriend. Malik stated she was ...

Witness Describes Panic and Chaos After Fatal Boat Crash

Camila Alvarez, one of the teens who was on George Pinos boat in September 2022, took the stand on Tuesday to discuss the chaotic scene. She recalled what happe...

The 'Blackout' Killer: Bo Pete Jeffrey — Interview With A Killer

A #CourtTV Original | #InterviewWithAKiller Ep. 4 - The 'Blackout' Killer | In this episode, David Scott confronts convicted killer Bo Pete Jeffrey and challeng...

Teacher Details Chilling Red Flags Before First Grader Shot Her

Teacher Abby Zwerner testified that she noticed escalating concerning behavior from a student on the day of the shooting, including him staring down a security ...

Anna Kepner: Judge Lets Accused Killer Stepbro Walk Free?

The judge overseeing Timothy Hudson's murder case made an unusual ruling in his federal case. The teen is accused of murdering his stepsister, Anna Kepner, and ...

Brendan Banfield Denies Killing Wife as Victims' Families Break Down in Court

Brendan Banfield was given a life sentence without the possibility of parole on Friday for the death of his wife, Christine, and another man inside their home i...

Julio Foolio Murder Plot Accomplice Sentenced to 15 Years Behind Bars

Alicia Andrews, convicted accomplice in the shooting death of rapper Julio Foolio, was seen laughing with her attorney ahead of her sentencing Friday morning. D...

Wife Admits To Murdering Husband, Asks for Forgiveness At Sentencing

The judge sentenced Melissa Johnson-Fausett to eight years to life for the murder of her husband, Corry Fausett. Johnson-Fausett previously pleaded guilty to th...

Florida Teen Locked Up After Jury Hands Down Verdict

Seventeen-year-old Thomas Stein was found guilty by a Florida jury on all counts, including felony murder and three counts of attempted robbery, in the killing ...

Sister Reveals Accused Killer's Romantic Interest in Victim's Wife

The sister of accused killer Thomas O'Donnell spoke about his relationship with Julie Harding. His sister said that O'Donnell had a romantic interest in Harding...

Shocking Verdict in Teen's Gas Station Killing

Rick Chow, the gas station owner accused of killing 14-year-old Cyrus Carmack-Belton, was found not guilty by a jury after eight hours of deliberations. Chow te...

College Senior Vanishes After Getting Into Wrong Uber

In March 2019, 21-year-old University of South Carolina senior Samantha Josephson left a Columbia, SC bar and ordered an Uber home. She mistakenly got into Nath...

Deadly Track Meet Tragedy: Murder or Self-Defense?

What began as a dispute between two high school athletes at a Texas track meet ended in tragedy when 17-year-old Austin Metcalf was fatally stabbed and fellow s...

Mackenzie Shirilla Breaks Down During Deadly Crash Sentencing

During the sentencing of Mackenzie Shirilla, her defense attorney argued that the crash was not an intentional act, pushing back against prosecutors claim that ...

Are Investigators Coming for Wendi Adelson?

Five people have been convicted in the murder of law professor Dan Markel, including his ex-mother-in-law Donna Adelson and ex-brother-in-law Charlie Adelson. B...

Eric Richins' Father Calls Out Kouri Richins for Killing

Gene Richins, the father of Eric Richins, addressed the court first during Kouri Richins sentencing hearing on Wednesday. Kouri was found guilty of aggravated m...

Evidence Mounts in Ohio Dentist Double Murder Case

Michael McKee has pleaded not guilty to charges that he murdered his ex-wife, Monique Tepe, and her husband, Spencer Tepe, who were found shot to death inside t...

Trial Dates Set in Twisted Microsoft Exec Murder Case

Alleged Child Killer Staged the Scene of 6-Year-Old's Death: State

On Friday, the state gave its closing argument in the case against Josie Dikeman. They claim that Josie forever silenced 6-year-old Alexavier Pedrin because of ...

Accused Child Killer Gets Emotional as Young Witness Testifies

One of Derek Pedrins children took the stand in the case against Josie Dikeman, who is accused of killing his 6-year-old brother, Alexavier Pedrin. The child te...

College Grad Shot Dead by Boyfriend's Dad: Police

Whitney Robeson, a 22-year-old Alabama woman who had just graduated from Auburn University, was shot and killed inside a Trussville home. Investigators believe ...

'Nightmare Experience:' Father Recalls Death of Teen Daughter on Friend's Boat

The father of 17-year-old Lucy Fernandez took the stand in the case against George Pino, who is accused of her death. Her father recalled what happened that Lab...

Suspicious Facebook Messages Threw Murdered Wife's Friend Off

A friend of victim Crystal Rasch takes the stand and details messages she received from somebody she claims was pretending to be Crystal. Robin Reals, who was f...

Jury Delivers Verdict in Chilling Hit on Ex-CHP Captain's Husband

Thomas O'Donnell was found guilty of killing Michael Harding on Friday evening. Harding was the estranged husband of former California Highway Patrol Captain Ju...

Tearful Mackenzie Shirilla Speaks Before Deadly Crash Sentence

Mackenzie Shirilla addressed the court in an emotional statement before sentencing, speaking directly to the families of the victims and expressing remorse for ...

Shocking Bodycam Reveals Crime Scene After Fatal Shooting of Teen

During the trial against Rick Chow, a deputy took the stand on Wednesday afternoon and testified about body camera footage he captured after responding to the s...

Blame Game Heats Up as Defense Turns on Teacher Shot by 6-Year-Old

The defense for former assistant principal Ebony Parker argued Tuesday that multiple adults, including wounded teacher Abigail Zwerner, failed to act before a 6...

Doctor: Slain Child's Broken Leg Did Not Raise Abuse Red Flags

One of the doctors who cared for 6-year-old Alexavier Pedrin for a broken leg took the stand in the case against Josie Dikeman. She was reportedly dating the ch...

State Pushes for Death Penalty for Tanner Horner in Closing Arguments

Closing arguments in the death penalty phase of the Tanner Horner trial began Tuesday morning with an emotional statement from the state. The prosecutor spoke a...

Stefon Diggs' Chef Strangulation: Full Closing Arguments

During closing arguments, prosecutors reiterated their claim that Stefon Diggs assaulted his former chef during a December 2025 dispute over unpaid wages, point...

Shooting Witness Cries While Recalling Teen's Sprint for His Life

Eyewitness Lori Carson took the stand during Rick Chows trial and emotionally described the moments she says she witnessed before and after 14-year-old Cyrus Ca...

'I'm Here to Be a Man

Sean Gathright, who was one of four men convicted in Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolios murder, takes the stand in the penalty phase of his trial. Gathright addr...

Footage and Images Reveal Julio Foolio Suspects Monitoring Rapper Prior to Murde

Detective Juan Ramos reviewed additional evidence indicating that Julio Foolio's suspects were tracking the rapper on the night of his murder. The images show A...

Charlie Kirk Alleged Shooter Loses Fight to Keep Cameras Out of Court

A judge has denied a defense motion to block cameras, microphones, and all electronic media coverage from the courtroom in the trial of Tyler Robinson, who is a...

'Hit List' Homicide Trial — WI v. Kevin Lychwick — Full Closings

Closing arguments in the trial against Kevin Lychwick began on Thursday. Lychwick is accused of first-degree intentional homicide and hiding a corpse in the dea...

Fatal Boat Crash Trial: Court Stops As Defendant BAWLS

During the defenses opening statements, George Pino was seen bawling, prompting the state to ask for a break because his emotional outburst was visible to juror...

Husband Killed Wife, Burned Her Remains, Then Used Her Debit Card: State

The trial of Zachariah Rasch began Monday afternoon, with prosecutors telling jurors during opening statements that he murdered his estranged wife, Crystal Rasc...

Stefon Diggs Accused of Slapping, Choking Chef During Heated Bedroom Dispute

The former chef testified that on December 2nd, while working for Stefon Diggs, an argument escalated inside his home after a dispute involving unpaid wages and...

Cheating Fire Chief Hides Wife's Murder While Courting Mistress

Kevin West, a 22-year battalion chief with the Camas-Washougal Fire Department, was convicted of first-degree murder in the death of his wife Marcelle "Marcy" W...

Police Note 'White Substance' on Dead Child's Clothing as Possible Medication In

While Darsten Jahr with the LaCrosse County Sheriffs Office was on the stand, he testified about multiple photos taken at the crime scene in the death of 6-year...

Wife Brutally Murdered In Front Of Family In Michigan

Jordan Wheeler, 33, was shot and killed by her estranged husband Steven Bryce Wheeler at their Clinton Township, Michigan home on October 19, 2023. Jordan had b...

He Had a Knife and My Son, Kevin Shot Him: Tracey Grist Text

Jealous Woman Stabs Love Rival 37 Times

23-year-old Kayla Hodgson was found stabbed to death in her Tamarac, Florida apartment on July 13, 2022. Investigators traced flight records, surveillance foota...

Judge Condemns Brendan Banfield's 'Calculated and Selfish Behavior' With Life Se

On Friday, Brendan Banfield was given a life sentence without the possibility of parole for the death of his wife, Christine, and another man inside their home ...

Stefon Diggs Holds Back Tears After Receiving Not Guilty Verdict

On Tuesday, Stefon Diggs was acquitted of assault and battery charges filed by his former chef. She alleged that he strangled her during a dispute over unpaid w...

Gas Station Owner Accused of Killing Teen Tried to Save Him After Shooting: Defe

During the trial against gas station owner Rick Chow, the defense argued that store owner Rick Chow did not commit murder but acted in defense of his son after ...

Cops Find Missing Boy's Bones on Mountain

In November 2012, 13-year-old Dylan Redwine flew to the Durango area of Colorado for a court-ordered Thanksgiving visit with his father, Mark Redwine, and was n...

'Alex Got Into My Medication': 6-Year-Old Was Unresponsive As Authorities Arrive

Darsten Jahr with the La Crosse County Sheriffs Office took the stand to describe what he saw when he responded to the scene of a 6-year-olds death. He was one ...

Prosecutors Beg Judge to Send Kouri Richins to Prison for Life

During Kouri Richins sentencing on Wednesday, prosecutors argued that Richins first attempted to kill her husband, Eric Richins, before later poisoning him for ...

Alex Murdaugh Battle Heats Up as AG Pushes for Quick Retrial

In a stunning development, Alex Murdaugh has been granted a new trial. Law

Woman Murders Best Friend Over $100,000

Taylor Wright, a 33-year-old former North Carolina police officer turned private investigator in Pensacola, Florida, vanished on September 8, 2017 after asking ...

Prosecutors: Thomas Stein Supplied Car, Weapons, and Escape in Teen's Killing

Prosecutors delivered closing arguments in Thomas Steins trial, telling jurors the evidence shows this was a robbery that turned deadly. They said Kayla Rincon-...

Rebecca Haro Pleads Guilty in Connection to Baby Emmanuel's Murder

Rebecca Haro is pleading guilty in connection to the death of her seven-month-old son, Emmanuel Haro. A preliminary hearing was supposed to determine whether Re...

Polygamist Ringleader Heads to Prison for Lover's Brutal Kidnapping

A judge sentenced Martina Esqueda to a minimum of 22 years in prison for the brutal kidnapping of her lover, Austyn McClellan, at a hotel in March 2025. Esqueda...

Accused Child Killer Tears Up in First Interview With Deputies

John Williams, an investigator with the La Crosse County Sheriff's Office, took the stand for investigators to show his first interview with Josie Dikeman after...

Attorney Claims Julio Foolio Suspect Was Never Even in Tampa During Murder

The attorney for Rashad Murphy claimed that his client was not in Tampa, Florida, at the time rapper Julio Foolio was killed. Murphy's attorney also concluded t...

Emotional Courtroom Moment: Assistant Principal Recalls School Shooting

The assistant principal, Ebony Parker, was interviewed about what she knew before the shooting at Richneck Elementary and said she was told a student might have...

Defense Says Tanner Horner Targeted With Death Threats Amid Online Backlash in C

Tanner Horners defense asked the judge to remove the death penalty as a possible punishment in the case, which centers on the kidnapping and killing of Athena S...

Video Evidence in Child's Death Case Deleted: Investigator

On Friday, Richard Amundsen with the La Crosse County Sheriffs Office took the stand to discuss video surveillance footage from the home of Josie Dikeman and De...

Man Admits Guilt in Beyoncé Unreleased Tracks Theft Case

Kelvin Evans, the man involved in the theft of pop sensation Beyoncs unreleased music, entered a guilty plea on Tuesday morning. Evans was advised that by plead...

SENTENCING: UT v. Kouri Richins | Grief Author Murder Trial

Kouri Richins is now facing sentencing after being convicted in connection with the death of her husband, Eric Richins. Prosecutors argued she fatally poisoned ...

Teen Killer Learns Fate After Deadly Knife Attack on Boyfriend

An emotional sentencing came to an end after a Florida judge sentenced Jahara Malik for fatally stabbing her boyfriend, Yakheim Lollar. The judge sentenced her ...

Julio Foolio's Friend Breaks Down Online Beef Before and After Tragedy

Robert Howard, a friend of rapper Julio Foolio, was on the stand detailing his knowledge of the groups and people surrounding the murder of the rapper. Howard t...

Defense Says Julio Foolio Suspect Never Helped Kill Rapper

The attorney for Sean Gaithright said this client did not assist in the fatal shooting of Florida rapper Julio Foolio. His attorney stated Gaithrightwas "barely...

'I Just Want My Baby Back': Emotional Testimony as Accused Killer Recalls Child'

While Josie Dikeman was on the stand, she recalled finding her boyfriend's 6-year-old son, Alexavier, dead next to her bed when she woke up in February 2023. Sh...

Julio Foolio's Killers GUILTY of Rapper's Horrifying Murder

A Florida jury has found Isaiah Chance, Sean Gathright, Rashad Murphy, and Davion Murphy guilty in the murder of Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio, who was shot ...

Attorney Claims Text Messages Do Not Confirm Julio Foolio Suspect's Intent to Ki

Davion Murphy's attorney argued that no evidence, including text messages or DNA, proved that Murphy was involved in the alleged plan to execute Florida rapper ...

Burned and Convicted: Husband Found Guilty in Wife's Brutal Murder

After a little more than two hours of deliberations, a Wisconsin jury found Zachariah Rasch guilty of first-degree intentional homicide and mutilating a corpse ...

Why Is Mackenzie Shirilla's Family Still Speaking Out?

She was convicted of intentionally crashing her car at 100 mph, killing her boyfriend and his friend in a case prosecutors called a calculated act of murder. Bu...

Bodycam Captures Horrifying Scene after Fatal Boat Crash

Robert Brutto, a retired Miami Dade Police Officer, was back on the stand Wednesday morning, and his body-worn camera from the fatal boat crash from September 2...

Husband Hid Body but Didn't Kill Wife, Defense Claims

In the defense opening statement in the trial of Zachariah Rasch, his attorney told jurors that Crystal Rasch accidentally shot herself with his handgun during ...

Toxic Love: Frank Bredt's Twisted Lies Exposed — Interview With A Killer

When flames tore through a Buffalo, New York home in 2018, the investigation revealed a toxic relationship and a hot-tempered arsonist, Frank Bredt, Jr. Now Bre...

Father of Murdered Child Seen Inside Home After Arrest: Deputy

Joseph Kernin, with the La Crosse County Sheriffs Office, took the stand on Friday in the case against Josie Dikeman. He responded to the home on February 10, t...

Defense Says Others Share Blame for Teacher Shooting

On Tuesday, the defense gave its opening statement in the case against Dr. Ebony Parker. She faces eight counts of felony child neglect for allegedly not preven...

The Golden Boy: Tommy Gilbert Jr. — Interview With A Killer

In his first-ever television interview, killer Thomas Gilbert, Jr. discusses the murder that shook New Yorks elite. The Princeton-educated "golden boy" became a...

Defense SLAMS Key Witness as a 'Rat Bought at a High Price' in Teen Shooting Tri

Thomas Steins defense delivered closing arguments and urged the jury to closely scrutinize the testimony of co-defendant Christopher Horne Jr. They described Ho...

Florida Nurse's Murder Solved 13 Years Later With New DNA

Melissa Howard, a 33-year-old nurse and mother from Crestview, Florida, told her attorney that her ex-husband Brian Howard had sent "one of his men" to scare he...

Judge Rips Gilgo Killer as Court Erupts in Applause

Gilgo Beach Killer Rex Heuermann was blasted by the judge ahead of sentencing Wednesday morning. The judge called him a coward before handing down life without ...

Accused Wife Killer's Note: 'I'm Sorry I Wasn't Strong Enough to Handle the Weig

A police officer detailed the evidence that was collected during the investigation into Saria Barneys disappearance. Included in the evidence was a handwritten ...

'I Love My Children': Mom Of Abused Toddler Cries At Sentencing

Earlier this week, Tien Hawkins was sentenced to five years behind bars for her actions in the death of her 2-year-old daughter, Lilith. Tien spoke at her sente...

Wife Tears Up While Recounting Fatal Boat Crash

Cecilia Pino was back on the stand Tuesday, but this time for the defenses case. Her husband, George Pino, is currently on trial for the death of 17-year-old Lu...

Accused Wife Killer Bought Trash Can, Peroxide During Wife's Alleged Disappearan

The court was shown purchases made by Zarrius Hildabrand during his wifes alleged disappearance on Aug. 6, 2023. The footage that was shown includes Hildabrand,...

Alleged Military Wife Killer Trial Reveals Blood-Stained Mattress and Guns

The court is shown a suspected blood-stained mattress and several guns that were photographed and taken as evidence from Zarrius Hildabrands apartment. Prosecut...

Witnesses Recall 'Nothing Unusual' Before Fatal Boat Crash

Several of the girls who were on the boat with George Pino in September 2022 took the stand for the defenses case. Pino is charged with vessel homicide and mans...

Child Killer Sentenced to 60 Years for Death of 3-Year-Old

Joshua Manns, who pleaded guilty to second-degree murder, aggravated child abuse and child neglect, was sentenced to 60 years in prison. As part of the plea agr...

Boat Driver Breaks Down After Not Guilty Verdict in Teen's Death

After more than three weeks of testimony, a Miami-Dade jury found George Pino not guilty of both manslaughter and vessel homicide in the 2022 boat crash that ki...

Murdered Pregnant Woman Had Shocking Levels of Cocaine in System: State

The trial against Blaise Taylor began on Tuesday, and the prosecution gave its opening statements. Taylor is facing two counts of first-degree murder after he a...

Accused Wife Killer Drops Shocking Affair Bombshell in Court

Zarrius Hildabrand, who is taking the stand in his own defense, addresses cheating concerns his wife, Saria Barney, brought to his attention. Zarrius admitted t...

Accused Wife Killer Never Said He Missed Her, Mom Testifies

Paula Hildabrand takes the stand in her sons murder trial. Paula, Zarrius Hildabrands adoptive mother, detailed Zarriuss childhood during emotional testimony, s...

Defense Blames Pregnant Victim's Alleged Secret Vices in Her Shocking Murder Cas

The defense gave its opening statement in the case against Blaise Taylor on Tuesday. Prosecutors allege Taylor secretly poisoned his pregnant girlfriend, Jade B...

Accused Wife Killer Admits He Doesn't Know If He Pulled the Trigger

During a tense cross-examination, Zarrius Hildabrand, whos accused of killing his wife, Saria Barney, admitted that he didnt know whether he pulled the trigger....

Friend Shares Chilling Final Call With Murdered Pregnant Woman

Nijaiha Deshay Jackson, the best friend of Jade Benning, took the stand and discussed a phone call that she heard from Jade before she went on life support. Jac...

Military Husband Trial in Drain Pipe Murder — Verdict In

After a little less than 10 hours of deliberations, an Alaska jury returned with a guilty verdict in Zarrius Hildabrands murder trial. Hildabrand was convicted ...