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Wisconsin man killed wife, changed Facebook to widowed

#WisconsinCrime #DomesticViolence

A Wisconsin man killed his wife, changed his Facebook status to "widowed," and gave her wedding ring to his Tinder fiancée. He faces homicide charges. The victim's body remains missing, but evidence suggests violent death. read more


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Amazon driver saves woman from hammer attack

#HeroDriver #DomesticViolence

An Amazon driver heroically interrupted a hammer attack on a woman in Minnesota, rushing inside after hearing screams. James Alan Johnson, 72, allegedly planned the murder due to financial stress. He faces attempted murder charges. The victim survived with head injuries. read more

Sydney man charged with violent murder of wife, two sons

#DomesticViolence #Sydney

A man in Sydney was charged with the "particularly violent" murder of his wife and two sons, aged 12 and 4. He called police to report the incident. The case highlights domestic violence as a "scourge" in Australia. read more

Amazon driver saves woman from hammer attack

#HeroicIntervention #DomesticViolence

An Amazon delivery driver saved a Minnesota woman by interrupting her husband's hammer attack over reduced Social Security benefits. James Johnson, 72, faces attempted murder charges after the driver called 911. read more

Patriots rookie pleads not guilty to assault charge

#NFL #DomesticViolence

Patriots rookie Quintayvious Hutchins pleaded not guilty to assault and battery against a household member. The 23-year-old seventh-round draft pick was released on personal recognizance after allegedly grabbing a woman’s neck at Boston College. The team is gathering information. read more

Ex-boyfriend recorded killing Illinois nurse, police say

#DomesticViolence #JusticeForKat

A nurse was allegedly sexually assaulted and killed by her ex-boyfriend in a recorded, hours-long attack in Illinois. She had filed charges after a prior assault. The suspect was arrested with an audio device capturing the crime. read more

Alabama woman kills husband for annoying her

#DomesticViolence #HeartSurgery

An Alabama woman, 65, allegedly shot her husband for checking on her too much after heart surgery. She admitted annoyance, not threat, to police. He died from a chest wound. She faces murder charges. read more

74-year-old woman charged with husbands murder

#SeniorCrime #DomesticViolence

A 74-year-old North Carolina woman, Patty Griffin, was charged with second-degree murder for shooting her husband during a domestic dispute, then attempting to hide evidence before deputies arrived. read more

Ex-firefighter drove 8 hours for family murder plot

#DomesticViolence #AttemptedMurder

A former firefighter drove eight hours from Maine to New Jersey armed with guns and a bulletproof vest, intending to kill his ex-girlfriend’s family after she ended their relationship, prosecutors stated in court. read more

Actor Convicted in Brutal Stabbing of Girlfriend

#DomesticViolence #CelebrityJustice

Nick Pasqual, actor from *How I Met Your Mother*, was convicted of stabbing his girlfriend Allie Shehorn 20 times. He faces life in prison. Shehorn confronted him in court, showing scars from the 2024 attack. read more

WWE star’s ex convicted of attempted femicide in Mexico

#WWENews #DomesticViolence

WWE star Stephanie Vaquer’s ex-boyfriend, wrestler Rogelio Reyes, faces over 50 years in prison for attempted femicide and domestic violence after attacking her in Mexico in March 2023. read more

Mormon Wives star battles ex in court over abuse claims

#MormonWives #DomesticViolence

'Mormon Wives' star Taylor Frankie Paul and ex Dakota Mortensen seek protective orders, accusing each other of domestic violence. A leaked 2023 video shows Paul assaulting Mortensen, prompting TV show pauses. Custody of their son hinges on Thursday's hearing. read more

Woman stabs boyfriend over dinner dispute

#DomesticViolence #TrueCrime

A Wisconsin woman, Mikayla Kloth, allegedly stabbed her boyfriend Lukas Rosch to death because he chose to cook at home instead of taking her on a date night. She admitted the attack, saying she was angry. Her bond is $2 million. read more

Chiefs Coach Dave Merritt Charged With Domestic Battery

#DomesticViolence #NFL

Kansas City Chiefs assistant coach Dave Merritt pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor domestic battery after being charged with causing bodily harm to his daughter. A $2,500 bond was set with conditions including no contact with the victim. read more

Woman charged with murder after beating husband, 93, with vase

#DomesticViolence #SeniorSafety

Yorleni Shoff, 58, allegedly beat her 93-year-old husband Richard to death with a vase in Salisbury, North Carolina. Initially charged with assault, her charges were upgraded to first-degree murder after he died from injuries. She is held without bond. read more

Shreveport Domestic Dispute Kills Eight Children

#LouisianaShooting #DomesticViolence

Eight children, ages 1 to 14, were killed in a domestic disturbance shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana. The adult male suspect is dead after a police chase and shooting. The mayor called it a profound community tragedy. read more

Louisiana Domestic Rampage Kills Eight Children

#LouisianaShooting #DomesticViolence

Eight children, aged 1 to 14, were killed in a Louisiana mass shooting stemming from a domestic disturbance across multiple homes. The suspect fled but was fatally shot by police. Ten people were shot in total. read more

Ex-Lt. Gov. Fairfax Dies in Apparent Murder-Suicide

#DomesticViolence #VirginiaNews

Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax killed his wife, Cerina, and then himself amid a messy divorce, police said. Their teenage children were home during the murder-suicide, which followed recent legal paperwork. read more

Baby Jessica Arrested on Domestic Violence Charge

#BabyJessica #DomesticViolence

Jessica McClure Morales, known as "Baby Jessica" after her 1987 well rescue, was arrested in Texas on domestic violence charges. The 40-year-old was taken into custody following a reported disturbance at her Midland County home. read more

Suspect Dies After Farmer Slaying, Kidnapping

#NebraskaCrime #DomesticViolence

Wesley Absher, accused of killing Nebraska hog farmer Brian Gabel and kidnapping his estranged wife, has died in a hospital. He allegedly shot Gabel, assaulted his ex-wife, and then shot himself after a recent release on bond. read more

Hawaii Doctor Guilty in Trailside Attack on Wife

#HawaiiCrime #DomesticViolence

A Hawaii doctor was convicted of attempted manslaughter for trying to kill his wife on a 2025 hike. He planned to push her off a cliff and use a syringe. The charge carries up to 20 years in prison. read more

Vice Mayor Slain; Husband Faces Murder Charge

#DomesticViolence #FloridaNews

Coral Springs Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen was found dead at home. Her husband is charged with premeditated murder in a domestic violence case. She was the city's first Black and Haitian American female commissioner and an environmental scientist. read more

Newlywed Husband Charged in Wifes Murder

#DomesticViolence #TexasCrime

A Texas man is charged with murdering his wife less than a month after their wedding. Police found the 20-year-old woman dead with a throat injury. The husband was arrested at the scene holding a bloody knife. read more

Grandson Killed Grandmother Over Allowance

#DomesticViolence #TexasCrime

A 21-year-old Texas man is accused of fatally shooting his 68-year-old grandmother during a heated argument over his allowance. He allegedly moved her body outside to conceal the crime and has been charged with murder. read more

Disney Cancels Bachelorette After Stars Assault Video Leaks

#CelebrityNews #DomesticViolence

Taylor Frankie Paul's Bachelorette season is canceled after a leaked video shows her violently attacking her ex-boyfriend. Disney pulled the show days before its premiere, citing support for the family. Paul faces domestic violence allegations and is on probation. read more

Veteran Charged in Double Homicide of Estranged Wife, Mother-in-Law

#DomesticViolence #HoustonCrime

A 57-year-old military veteran is charged with capital murder in Houston after allegedly shooting his estranged wife and her mother. The attack occurred days after their separation, with the suspect surrendering to deputies after fleeing the scene. read more

Falcons Pearce Faces Felony Charges After Alleged Attack

#NFL #DomesticViolence

Atlanta Falcons player James Pearce Jr. faces three felonies and a misdemeanor for allegedly stalking and ramming his ex-girlfriend's car, leading to a police chase. A protective order was granted for the WNBA player, who fears for her life. read more

WNBA Star Alleges Ex-Boyfriend Threatened Her Life

#DomesticViolence #SportsNews

WNBA player Rickea Jackson filed for protection, alleging ex-boyfriend and NFL player James Pearce Jr. physically abused and stalked her, culminating in a car-ramming incident. A court granted a temporary order, with a hearing set for April. read more

#USCrimeNews #DomesticViolence

A 40-year-old New York man is charged with second-degree murder for strangling his father to death. The fatal attack occurred after the father assaulted the man's mother by pouring hot coffee on her during an argument. read more

Bronx Man Stabs Girlfriend to Death, Attacks Teen Son

#DomesticViolence #BronxCrime

Juan Rivas, 45, was arrested in the Bronx for allegedly stabbing his girlfriend to death and severely injuring her teenage son. The domestic violence attack occurred in their apartment. Rivas faces murder and attempted murder charges. read more

Elderly Man Kills Wife in Cruise Argument

#FloridaCrime #DomesticViolence

An 80-year-old Florida man allegedly shot and killed his 83-year-old wife during an argument about taking a cruise. He confessed to police, stating he would rather live in prison than deal with her dementia. read more

Man Kills Wife Over Perceived Disrespect

#DomesticViolence #PennsylvaniaCrime

A Pennsylvania man allegedly shot his wife dead after she disrespected him at a party. Jose Antonio Luna, 59, was arrested following the shooting witnessed by a bus driver. He faces murder charges and is held without bail. read more

Chiefs Rice Sued for Assault by Ex-Partner

#NFL #DomesticViolence

Kansas City Chiefs' Rashee Rice faces a civil assault lawsuit from his ex-girlfriend, who alleges years of abuse while pregnant. She seeks over $1 million. Rice is already suspended for a 2025 car crash incident. read more

Ex-Girlfriend Sues Chiefs Rice Over Alleged Assault

#NFL #DomesticViolence

Ex-girlfriend Dacoda Jones files civil lawsuit against Chiefs' Rashee Rice, alleging repeated assaults from 2023-2025 while pregnant. She seeks over $1 million. The NFL is investigating, and the Chiefs are aware of the allegations. read more

Ice Rink Shooting Revealed as Domestic Violence Tragedy

#MassShooting #DomesticViolence

A Rhode Island father killed his ex-wife and their son, critically wounded her parents, and then took his own life during a mass shooting at a high school hockey game. The tragedy, stemming from domestic violence, left a community in mourning. read more

Hockey Rink Shooter Faced Family Strife After Transition

#RhodeIslandShooting #DomesticViolence

The suspect in a Rhode Island hockey rink shooting had extensive family conflicts following gender reassignment surgery, court records show. Robert Dorgan, who also went by Roberta, had previously reported assaults and threats from relatives. read more

Ex-Justice Shot Dead by Wife in Oklahoma

#DomesticViolence #CherokeeNation

Elizabeth Poteete, 70, is charged with murder for shooting her husband, former Cherokee Nation Supreme Court Justice Troy Poteete, as he slept. She told deputies she feared for her life after he allegedly threatened her. read more

Las Vegas Father Shoots Daughters Boyfriend Dead

#LasVegasShooting #DomesticViolence

A Las Vegas father is in custody after allegedly shooting his daughter's boyfriend following an argument. Both the daughter and father called 911. The victim died at a hospital. Police say it was an isolated incident. read more

WNBA Star Will Testify Against NFL Player

#DomesticViolence #NFL

WNBA player Rickea Jackson is willing to testify against Atlanta Falcons' James Pearce Jr. in his domestic violence case. Pearce faces felony charges, including aggravated battery and stalking, following an alleged car-ramming incident. read more

Murder Charge After Assault Report Leads to Fatal Shooting

#DomesticViolence #CrimeNews

A Philadelphia man is charged with homicide after allegedly stalking and fatally shooting his girlfriend. The attack occurred just one day after she reported to police that he had sexually assaulted her. read more