A South Carolina woman received a decades-long prison sentence after pleading guilty to abusing her 8-year-old stepdaughter, including force-feeding laxatives and forcing her to consume animal feces. She faced 11 child neglect charges and two obstruction counts, while other family members await trial.
A 14-year-old Wisconsin girl was found weighing 35 pounds, locked in a bedroom and near death. Police charged four adults, including her stepmother Melissa Goodman, for years of extreme confinement and deprivation, described by investigators as a "house of horrors."
In January 2020, 10-year-old Gannon Stauch was reported missing by his step-mother, Letecia Stauch. After a month-long investigation, she was arrested in South Carolina on murder charges. His body was found in Florida in March 2020. Stauch was convicted in 2023 of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison without parole.
Tyshael Martin abused nine-year-old Jamaria, one of LaJuan Sessions' daughters, through starvation, forced exercise, and cruelty toward the family dog. Home security footage revealed the abuse, contradicting staged family photos and false statements during police interrogation.
Frank Stallone, overshadowed by his brother's fame, developed a natural musical talent from a young age. His early career in Philadelphia's street music scenes included bands like Valentine and contributions to the Rocky film "Take You Back." He later transitioned to acting, navigating Hollywood's challenges while maintaining his musical legacy through projects like "Staying Alive," showcasing his resilience and dedication to art.
Steve DeMocker faced overwhelming debt and alimony payments to his ex-wife. He considered ending his financial burden by collecting her life insurance, though the viability of this plan remains uncertain.
Criminology professor investigates Steve Wright's Suffolk Strangler case, suggesting he may have killed more than the five Ipswich victims for whom he was convicted in 2006. Analysis of evidence hints at additional unidentified victims.
Absolute Crime's documentary series explores the lives and crimes of notorious killers such as Fred and Rose West, Ed Gein, the Clown Killer, and the Milwaukee Cannibal. It features accounts from detectives, journalists, relatives, experts, and survivors, providing insights into their behavior and the investigations surrounding their crimes.
Steven Avery is accused of a beach assault in Manitowoc despite a strong alibi and a suspicious phone call. The investigation centers on him due to victim identification, highlighting tensions between justice and prejudice in the prosecution's approach.
Steven Clayton, a millionaire, was found dead at the base of a staircase in his luxury mansion alongside his wife, Lana. The case, part of a series examining suspicious deaths from apparent falls, remains under investigation due to unclear circumstances surrounding his demise.
Steven McDowell, accused of threatening his ex-wife, children, and legal officials, displayed anger and defensiveness during interrogation. His aggressive responses revealed a history of violence and strained relationships, prompting detectives to uncover underlying truths.
A suspect attempted to manipulate detectives during an interrogation, believing they could evade detection. Investigators, trained in body language analysis, sought to uncover deception. The case highlights police techniques in interrogations, with content based on public records and evidence-based theories, emphasizing suspects' presumed innocence until proven guilty.