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Tag: american true crime
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.
The Disappearance of Kelsie Schelling
When a young woman goes missing, all of her friends and family know exactly where to look for the one responsible. However, closure wouldn’t come for many years for Kelsie Schelling’s loved ones.
The Webcam Suicide Nurse
Almost everyone has a story about meeting friends online. Sometimes, these friendships grow, and are nurtured into lifelong, caring relationships. However, there are some instances where these friendships are downright dangerous.
The Murder of Shauna Howe
Halloween is a fabulous, spooky time of year that many children look forward to. However, the events of Halloween 1992 would change the very fabric of Oil City, Pennsylvania, for nearly two decades.
Nebraska Spree Killings
Mainstream media will often glamorize the “bad-boy” stereotype into something romantic. However, when the “bad-boy” is left fully unchecked, all of that rage can turn deadly. In the case of Charles Starkweather, immortalized in modern media, his unchecked rage definitely turned deadly.