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Influencer, father charged in murder plot targeting singer

#MurderForHire #TrueCrime

TikTok influencer Gabbie Gonzalez, her father, and ex-boyfriend were charged in a murder-for-hire plot targeting her former partner, boy band singer Jack Avery, amid a custody dispute. They face 25 years to life if convicted. read more


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Woman uses TikTok to solve mom’s 1993 murder

#TrueCrime #JusticeForStacy

A woman uses TikTok and a podcast to seek justice for her mother's 1993 murder, haunted by her sister's childhood claim. Despite stalled investigations, she pushes for public accountability after prosecutors refuse charges without a confession. read more

Daughter uses TikTok, podcast to solve moms 1993 murder

#ColdCase #TrueCrime

Nikki Wasilishin, 10 when her mother was murdered in 1993, now uses TikTok and a podcast to seek justice. Her three-year-old sister said "Papi killed mommy" that night. Despite authorities ruling it homicide, no charges were filed, prompting Nikki's public advocacy. read more

Utah Grief Book Author Sentenced for Husband’s Murder

#KouriRichins #TrueCrime

A Utah mother who wrote a children’s book about grief after her husband’s death will be sentenced for his murder. Kouri Richins was convicted of lacing his drink with fentanyl, facing decades to life in prison. read more

Singer D4vd faces murder hearing for teens death

#D4vd #TrueCrime

Singer D4vd faces murder, sexual abuse, and dismemberment charges for killing 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. A preliminary hearing will determine if evidence supports a trial, with prosecutors citing child abuse imagery and her body found in his Tesla. read more

Summer House stars cousin charged in grandmothers murder

#SummerHouse #TrueCrime

West Wilson's cousin Dakota Sweeney allegedly fatally shot their grandmother Gayle Wilson, 75, in Missouri after an argument about chores. Sweeney faces first-degree murder charges and pleaded not guilty. The shooting occurred before Wilson's "Summer House" reunion filming. 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

Singer D4vd Charged With Murdering Teen Girl

#D4vd #TrueCrime

Prosecutors allege singer D4vd fatally stabbed and dismembered a 14-year-old girl with chainsaws in his garage after she threatened to expose their sexual relationship. He has pleaded not guilty to murder charges. read more

New York Exhibit Explores Dark Serial Killer Fascination

#TrueCrime #Psychology

A new NYC exhibit forces visitors to sign waivers before viewing gruesome serial killer crime scenes. Experts say our obsession stems from fear, control, and understanding evil from a safe distance. read more

Serial Killer Exhibit Requires Waiver for Graphic Horror

#TrueCrime #Psychology

A new NYC exhibit recreates serial killer crime scenes, requiring waivers for emotional distress. Experts explore why true crime fascinates us, blending fear, control, and a desire to understand evil from a safe distance. read more

Podcast Breaks 44-Year-Old Cold Case Murder

#ColdCase #TrueCrime

A podcast helped solve the 1982 cold-case murder of 16-year-old Roxanne Sharp in Louisiana. Four men were arrested for aggravated rape and second-degree murder. Authorities credited persistence, collaboration, and investigative technology for finally delivering justice after 43 years. read more

Home Alone House Owner Dead After Child Sex Charges

#HomeAlone #TrueCrime

Former 'Home Alone' house owner John Abendshien, 79, died by apparent suicide at an Illinois nature preserve days after being charged with child sex abuse material possession. No foul play suspected. read more

Autopsy: Teen in D4vds Car Died from Stabbing

#TrueCrime #CelebrityNews

A delayed autopsy reveals 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez died from multiple penetrating injuries. Her dismembered body was found in singer D4vd's trunk. He is charged with murder and sexual acts with a minor, pleading not guilty. read more

Autopsy: Teen in D4vds Car Died of Multiple Stab Wounds

#TrueCrime #CelebrityScandal

A delayed autopsy reveals 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez died from multiple penetrating injuries. Her dismembered body was found in singer D4vd's trunk. He is charged with murder and sexual acts with a minor, pleading not guilty. read more

Gilgo Killer Confessed to Seven Home Murders

#GilgoBeachKiller #TrueCrime

Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann confessed to his ex-wife that he murdered eight women, with seven killings occurring in their home's basement. He pleaded guilty to the murders, ending a long investigation. read more

Gilgo Killers Ex-Wife Reveals Chilling Confession

#GilgoBeach #TrueCrime

Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann pleaded guilty in April 2026 to murdering seven women. His ex-wife, Asa Ellerup, reveals in a documentary that he confessed to killing eight victims, including seven in their family home. read more

Pop Star Charged in Teens Grisly Murder

#TrueCrime #CelebrityNews

Singer D4vd, legally David Burke, faces murder charges for the killing and dismemberment of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Prosecutors allege he murdered her to silence her testimony about their sexual relationship, which began when she was 13. read more

Digital Blackout Backfires, Helps Convict Idaho Killer

#DigitalEvidence #TrueCrime

An FBI agent reveals Bryan Kohberger's deliberate digital blackout during the Idaho murders became key evidence. His phone's suspicious inactivity, combined with later searches about the crimes, helped prove premeditation and secure his guilty plea. read more

Vloggers Husband Arrested After Wife Vanishes at Sea

#MissingPerson #TrueCrime

Brian Hooker was arrested in the Bahamas after his wife Lynette vanished at sea. He denies wrongdoing. The couple documented travels on YouTube, where she previously joked about marital strain. Her daughter alleges a history of conflict. read more

FedEx Driver Admits Guilt in Girls Murder as Jury Weighs Death

#TrueCrime #TexasTrial

Former FedEx driver Tanner Horner pleaded guilty to murdering 7-year-old Athena Strand after delivering a Christmas gift to her Texas home. He claimed he accidentally hit her, but prosecutors allege he kidnapped and strangled her. The trial will determine his sentence. read more

Easter Egg Hunt Uncovers Childs Skull

#CaliforniaNews #TrueCrime

A small human skull was discovered by a family during an Easter egg hunt at DeForest Park in Long Beach, California. Authorities recovered the remains for examination, shocking local residents on the holiday. read more

Texas Double Murder Plea Deal Sparks Family Outrage

#TrueCrime #JusticeSystem

Lazerith Carrillo, 22, received a 50-year sentence via a plea deal for a 2023 Texas double murder, avoiding a capital trial. He could be eligible for parole after 25 years, leaving the victims' families devastated and feeling denied justice. read more

Woman Gets 15 Years for Staircase Tomb Murder

#TrueCrime #CaliforniaNews

A woman in California killed her boyfriend in 2014 after he complained about her cooking and abused her. She buried him under a backyard staircase. The body was found in 2022, and she received a 15-year prison sentence. read more

Texas Man Charged in Girlfriends Cross-State Disappearance

#TrueCrime #MissingPerson

Texas man Christopher Sanders, 53, is accused of murdering girlfriend Molly Richards, 31, in November 2025 and disposing of her body across state lines. Her remains are missing, but evidence led to his arrest in March 2026. read more

Mother Hears Sons Chilling Murder Confession

#TrueCrime #Documentary

A Florida mother hears her son's chilling 911 confession to murder in a new docuseries. Justyn Pennell intentionally killed a stranger, revealing disturbing premeditation. The series explores parents discovering their children's capacity for evil. read more

Mother Hears Sons Chilling Murder Confession

#TrueCrime #Documentary

A Florida mother hears her son's chilling 911 murder confession in a new documentary. Justyn Pennell intentionally killed a stranger in 2020 and is now serving life. The series explores parents discovering their children's unimaginable crimes. read more

Texas Man Tosses Human Bones Over FBI Fence

#TrueCrime #FBI

A Texas man is accused of throwing a bucket of stolen human remains over an FBI fence, captured on video. He allegedly asked his mother for U-Haul money to move a body and has a lengthy criminal history. read more

Grief Book Author Convicted of Husbands Murder

#TrueCrime #FentanylCrisis

Utah mother Kouri Richins, who authored a children's grief book, was convicted of murdering her husband by poisoning his cocktail with fentanyl. Prosecutors argued she killed him for financial gain amid significant debt and an affair. read more

Michigan Man Convicted in Wifes Farm Tank Murder

#TrueCrime #MichiganNews

Dale Warner was convicted of murdering his wife Dee, whose body was found in a farm tank years after her 2021 disappearance. The Michigan case, featured in true-crime media, involved evidence of a troubled marriage and strangulation. read more

Fathers Agony as Missing Daughter Found in Suitcase Grave

#TrueCrime #MissingChildren

A Cleveland father's five-year search ended tragically as his daughter Mila, 8, was found in a shallow grave. Two girls were buried in suitcases. Police expect to charge a 28-year-old woman in connection with the investigation. read more

Grief Book Author Stands Trial for Husbands Murder

#TrueCrime #MurderTrial

Utah mother Kouri Richins, who wrote a children's book about grief after her husband's 2022 death, now faces trial for his murder. Prosecutors allege she poisoned him for financial gain while having an affair. She pleads not guilty. read more

TV Anchors Mother Abducted in Chilling Home Invasion

#MissingPerson #TrueCrime

Nancy Guthrie, 84, was abducted from her Arizona home. Her daughter, TV anchor Savannah Guthrie, pleads for her safe return. The FBI released footage of a masked intruder and offers a $100,000 reward, but the case remains unsolved. read more

Podcast Hosts Question Guthrie Familys Missing Mom Response

#MissingPerson #TrueCrime

Megyn Kelly questioned the Guthrie family's limited public efforts in searching for missing 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie. She and a guest noted the absence of vigils or frequent updates, calling it odd. Authorities continue investigating the suspected abduction. read more

Man Charged in Teens Desert Death

#TrueCrime #CaliforniaNews

Abraham Feinbloom, 51, arrested for murder after a decomposing leg found in the California desert was identified via DNA as missing 17-year-old T'Neya Tovar. She vanished in December 2025 after reportedly traveling to meet an unknown man. read more

Trump Argument Leads to Daughters Unlawful Killing

#GunViolence #TrueCrime

A British father in Texas fatally shot his daughter after an argument about Donald Trump, bodycam footage shows. A UK coroner ruled it unlawful killing, citing reckless gun handling. The father claimed it was an accident. read more

FBI Sued Over Secret Epstein-Like Island Files

#TrueCrime #InvestigativeJournalism

In the 1970s, Detroit millionaire Francis Shelden ran a child sex trafficking ring from his private North Fox Island. Dubbed the "original Epstein," he fled justice. A podcaster now investigates, suing the FBI for thousands of unreleased case files. read more

Girlfriends Plea Heard Before Murder

#TrueCrime #JusticeForGabriella

Gabriella Cartagena, 24, was found dead in Michigan after a desperate call to her mother. Her boyfriend, Robert Chilcote, is in custody as the sole suspect. Police believe she was killed in Wisconsin and moved. read more

Petito Offers Hope in Guthrie Search

#MissingPersons #TrueCrime

Gabby Petito's father sympathizes with Nancy Guthrie's family over the frustrating search, noting similar false leads. The 84-year-old's 12-day disappearance involves evidence like gloves and blood. Authorities seek footage as the investigation continues. read more

TV Anchors Mom Vanishes in High-Tech Ransom Mystery

#MissingPerson #TrueCrime

Nancy Guthrie, 84, mother of Today anchor Savannah Guthrie, vanished from her Tucson home. Blood droplets and a ransom note demanding Bitcoin were found. The FBI investigates, but there are no suspects in this high-profile abduction case. read more

Minnesota Man Admits to Dismembering Pregnant Sister

#TrueCrime #Minnesota

A Minnesota man pleaded guilty to murdering his pregnant sister, dismembering her with a saw and hatchet. He claimed she was "no longer innocent." The 24-year-old faces a life sentence for the 2024 killings. read more