Marlene’s jealousy drove her to stalk and murder her husband’s lover, while Estibaliz’s vengeful rage led to fatal attacks. Jody Herring’s obsessive fury culminated in lethal violence, highlighting how extreme emotions and psychological turmoil propelled these women to commit deadly crimes.
A true crime series investigates cases where women committed murder via love triangles, betrayals, and violence. It details psychological factors and historical contexts, showcasing diverse motivations and criminal methods across different eras and regions.
In 1982, George Emil Banks killed 13 people and critically injured one, driven by his belief in an impending race war. His actions included murders at his home and a trailer park, followed by a police standoff. The incident remains a notable case of targeted violence linked to his apocalyptic worldview.
In August 2024, Ryan Borgwardt, a 44-year-old Wisconsin man, staged his own death after leaving his family. In 2025, he pleaded not guilty to obstruction of justice, facing a 45-day sentence recommendation. The judge instead sentenced him to 89 days in jail, matching his disappearance duration, and ordered $30,000 compensation for search efforts.
Ryan Ferguson, wrongfully convicted of murder in 2002, was exonerated in 2013 after 10 years in prison. In 2024, a jury ordered an insurance company to pay him $38 million for failing to settle his wrongful conviction claim.
A lawyer was shot dead; his girlfriend confessed to pulling the trigger and danced in a police video. "48 Hours" investigated the case in a 2018 episode, examining self-defense claims and the relationship's tensions.
A series of meticulously planned murders by women involved brutal crimes, including a satanic gang's initiation, a jealous cult killer's witch hunt, a coffee-break double murder, and a stepmother's dismemberment of her stepdaughter. These cases highlight premeditated violence, showcasing the psychological complexity and deliberate nature of the offenders' actions.
A true crime case involving a disturbing incident is explored, focusing on law enforcement efforts and legal frameworks. The content emphasizes educational purposes, adhering to policies while discussing sensitive topics without endorsing illegal activities.
Jermaine Bass, 30, was convicted of murdering his 5-year-old daughter in August 2022 and injuring his 8-year-old son, who survived. Investigators found five discharged rounds at the scene. Bass claimed he accidentally fired the weapon while removing the magazine. He faces first-degree murder and aggravated child abuse charges, with sentencing pending.
Lori Vallow Daybell was convicted of murdering her daughter Tylee and son JJ in Idaho. She was also found guilty of orchestrating her fourth husband's murder and attempting to kill her niece’s husband. She now faces sentencing for these Arizona convictions.
Joseph Paul Franklin, a serial killer targeting Black men, ambushed two victims in Utah and linked to unsolved Cincinnati murders. Investigators faced challenges piecing together clues, with a prostitute's testimony leading to Franklin. His racist threats and eventual capture, aided by an inmate's confession, exposed his racially motivated crimes.
A 2-year-old toddler was found dead in a plastic container in Galveston Bay, Texas. Authorities, unable to identify the child, enlisted FBI help. A relative in another state recognized the victim's clothing and sketch, leading to the identification of Riley Anne Sawyers as the missing girl.