Murder Murder News

Cold Case Files, Murder History 101, Fresh from MMN

Perhaps the most-known apparition at The Ridges is Margaret Schilling. Not because of how she roams the halls or waits in the window of the room where she died. No, Margaret is known for the stain her body left on the floor that has remained for the past four decades.

Feb 18

Feb 18 Polevich Arrested For Murder of Nicki Minaj's Father

Charles Polevich was arrested on Wednesday and charged with leaving the scene of a fatal car accident that killed Nicki Minaj's father, Robert Maraj, last Friday. Maraj had been walking on the street when Polevich struck the 64-year-old pedestrian with his vehicle at 6:15 pm. According to police, Polevich stopped and exited his car to check on the injured man. Yet, rather than helping Maraj and calling 911, Polevich fled the scene.

Feb 17

Feb 17 Trivia for Die-Hard True Crime Fans

Fresh from MMN, Murder History 101

After nearly one year in quarantine, the Zoom fatigue is really starting to set in— so why not spice up your virtual hang-outs with some challenging true crime trivia! Do you know all about the most infamous serial killers in history? What about the whacky headlines we see on the news today? Regardless of your knowledge base, this 20-question trivia set has everything a die-hard true crime fan could ask for.

Feb 12

Feb 12 Rollins Charged With Murder of Former Model

Tracy Ray Rollins, a 28-year-old long-haul truck driver from Dallas, Texas, was arrested and charged Wednesday with the murder of Rebecca Landrith. Landrith's body was found by a Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) worker around 7 am Sunday near an 1-80 eastbound exit ramp by the Mile Run interchange.

Feb 8

Feb 8 How Alternative Approaches to Law Enforcement are Working

Launched in June 2020, the Support Team Assisted Response (STAR) program aims to assist the police officers of Denver, Colorado. The STAR program focuses on low-level, non violent incidents like trespassing and mental health crises. By directing citizens to the help they need, STAR keeps people out of a broken justice system.

Feb 5

Feb 5 The Cleveland Torso Murders

Cold Case Files, Murder History 101, Fresh from MMN

From 1934-1938, the brutal murders of 13 individuals ravaged the city of Cleveland, Ohio. The case is famously known as "The Cleveland Torso Murders," because none of the victims' bodies were intact. Each victim was beheaded and dismembered, leaving only their torsos to be discovered by the public. Officials positively identified only two of the victims, and to this day, no one knows who the killer is for certain.

Jan 29

Jan 29 'Paramedic of the Year' Charged With Vaccine Theft

Joshua Colon, Florida's 2020 "Paramedic of the Year," was charged this week for his role in the theft of three Moderna Covid-19 vaccine doses. The Polk County paramedic resigned from his position on January 22 and was arrested on Monday. He is currently facing charges for misconduct, fraud, and forgery after falsifying paperwork that he used to cover up his vaccine theft.

Jan 29

Jan 29 Top Five True Crime Documentaries on Netflix Everyone is Talking About

Listicles, True Crime in Film & TV

Netflix has a reputation of producing brilliant documentaries of our favorite true crime cases. With striking visuals, colors and original content, it seems that they've come up with a formula for the perfect entertainment. But what Netflix excels in is showing never-before-seen content that chills viewers to the bone.Here are Netflix's top five true crime documentaries, and why they're worth your time.

Jan 21

Jan 21 Trump Pardons Some Rappers, Neglects Others

In the last hours of his role as the 45th President of the United States, Donald Trump pardoned prominent rap figures such as Lil Wayne, Kodak Black and Death Row Records co-founder Michael Harris. Although Trump used the last days of his presidency to pardon or commutate the prison sentences of 143 people, countless social media users have expressed their confusion over the former president's decision to grant clemency to certain artists over others.

Jan 14

Jan 14 Look for These Early Warning Signs of Serial Killers

Murder History 101, Fresh from MMN

Researchers across the globe have conducted extensive studies on the behavior of serial killers. Everything from early childhood behaviors to the method of killing are examined. Here are all of the warning signs to watch for when predicting the behavior of future serial killers.

Jan 13

Jan 13 Wanna Live in the Lizzie Borden House?

Haunted Houses, Dark Tourism, Murder History 101

Listed for $2 million, the bed and breakfast museum located in Fall River, Massachusetts, went up Monday. The three story clapboard is owned by Martha McGinn. Additionally, the house has been operated as a bed and breakfast since 1996. According to Suzanne St. John, the listing agent and part-time tour guide, the owner hopes that the house continues to be a business shared with others.

Jan 12

Jan 12 Police Officers Dead After Capitol Riot

According to a statement that was released by USCP, officer Brian D. Sicknick, 42, died on Thursday after succumbing to injuries that he sustained the day prior "while physically engaging with the protestors." Another Capitol Police officer, Howard Liebengood, died by suicide three days after the riot.

Jan 8

Jan 8 Bell Charged With Friend's Fatal Shooting

Victor Bell Jr. was charged with third-degree murder on Tuesday after accidentally shooting his long-time friend in the head three days ago. The Pennsylvania teen had been hanging out with 23-year-old Diamond Rahatt at her Norristown home when he inadvertently fired Rahatt's gun and killed her.

Jan 7

Jan 7 Your Next Favorite YouTuber: Jon Chrymes

True Crime Podcast, True Crime in Film & TV

Jon Chrymes is a true crime YouTube Channel created by blogger, writer and director Jon Rhynes. With a passion for giving a voice to the victims, Jon conducts research on each case in order to create mini documentaries through his platform. Started in 2018, Jon Chrymes has quickly risen in popularity, with over 21,000 subscribers. We were so excited to talk to Jon and get to know the man behind the scenes of a dedicated true crime channel.

Jan 6

Jan 6 The Best True Crime on TikTok