Historical crimes have always been a fascination. With few reliable sources of information available, conjecture has always been used to embellish a story, or establish a theory. In the case of the Purrington Massacre of 1806, the facts remain concrete, except for when it comes to the reason why the tragedy occurred.
The Disappearance of Dorothy Arnold
News media has always had a fascination with the lifestyles of the rich and famous. And the disappearance of a socialite is no exception.
The Murder of Nona Dirskmeyer
Any investigation can be made challenging by any number of factors. But there is nothing more dangerous to any investigation than when the investigators themselves develop tunnel vision.
The Erdington Murders
Over the years of true crime research I’ve done, I’ve often come across cases that were just too outlandish to be true. And then I’m reminded of the phrase ‘life is stranger than fiction’. And in the case of the Erdington Murders, stranger than fiction could not ring more true.
The Murder of Barbara Daly Baekeland
Familial relationships always come with their own complications and nuances. This is especially true when they involve violence and murder.
The Murder of Polly Klaas
In the true crime community, we often come across cases that have changed the criminal justice system in big ways. But there are few cases as infamous as the kidnapping and murder of Polly Klaas.
The Case of Natalie Bollinger
By all accounts, Natalie Bollinger was a regular teenager. She had highs and lows, and she was fairly active on social media. And when she suddenly went radio silent, it concerned a significant amount of her followers.
The Mysterious Death of Natalie Wood
Hollywood is notorious for having a dark and sordid history. I’ve covered such a case before, in The Mysterious Death of Thelma Todd. This week, I’m bringing you another mysterious Hollywood death - the death of Natalie Wood.
The Murder of Sarah Stern
As we learn and grow as people, friends come and go. In some cases, some friends should go sooner rather than later.
The Cold Case of Tracy Sissom
Unsolved cases always come with a taste of frustration as investigators, friends, and families work valiantly to find answers. But there are very few cases that I’ve encountered that are as frustrating as the unsolved murder of Tracy Sissom.