Issue 205, August 19, 2024

Florida Woman Convicted of Manslaughter for Shooting Black Neighbor, Ignites Debate on Stand Your Ground Law, Georgia Sheriff's Deputy Killed in Ambush, Suspect Commits Suicide in Domestic Dispute Response

🕵️Trivia Question

What significant U.S. law was enacted in 1994 to address and prevent sexual violence, including sexual abuse and domestic violence?
Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

PODCAST: ‎Weird Little Guys | The Civil War False Flag

In 2017, a bomb at a Civil War reenactment seemed linked to antifascists avenging Charlottesville. A letter claimed responsibility, but the bomber was actually a disgruntled Confederate reenactor, not antifa.

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What’s Happening Now

Florida Woman Convicted of Manslaughter for Shooting Black Neighbor, Ignites Debate on Stand Your Ground Law

A Florida woman has been convicted of manslaughter for shooting and killing her Black neighbor through a closed door.

Susan Lorincz, who is White, faces a possible 30-year prison sentence.

The case has brought attention to Florida's "Stand Your Ground" law and sparked national protest.

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Georgia Sheriff's Deputy Killed in Ambush, Suspect Commits Suicide in Domestic Dispute Response

On August 17th, a Georgia sheriff's deputy, Brandon Cunningham, was tragically killed in an ambush while responding to a domestic dispute.

The suspect took his own life after firing a barrage of bullets at the deputies and other officers.

Cunningham, 30, died from a gunshot wound at the hospital.

Paulding County Sheriff Gary Gulledge described him as a hero, leaving behind two children.

The incident, described as tremendously tragic, marks the first time in the history of the Paulding County Sheriff's Office that they have lost a deputy in the line of duty.

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is overseeing the investigation.

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🎗️ Safety Tip of the Day: Be aware of and utilize available resources and hotlines for immediate support.

Familiarizing yourself with local and national resources, such as hotlines and support organizations, ensures that you have access to help if needed. These resources provide confidential support, counseling, and guidance for anyone experiencing or affected by sexual abuse.

Cold Case Highlights

Bodies Found in Two Cars Pulled from Plantation Canals Bring Closure to Families

Human remains were discovered in two cars retrieved from canals in Plantation, Florida.

One car belonged to a woman and her daughter who vanished in 1974, while the other vehicle was traced back to a World War II veteran who went missing two decades ago.

The dive team, led by Sunshine State Sonar, detected the cars while searching for the missing mother and child.

DNA testing will confirm the identities of the deceased.

Authorities are now investigating the case of the veteran who had been missing for 20 years.

The discovery has brought closure to the families of the victims.

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The Unresolved Disappearance of Ina Arnall

Ina Arnall, a mother-of-three, vanished in Poteau, Oklahoma more than 43 years ago.

Her daughter, Debbie Barber, still feels the pain of her disappearance.

Ina was a stay-at-home mom who was known for being a safe place for her children.

On the night she disappeared, Ina had a fight with her husband and left in her car.

Her car was found at the Tulsa Airport, but there was no evidence she boarded a flight.

The case remains open, with authorities still investigating and seeking new leads.

If you have any information about Ina's disappearance, contact the Poteau Police Department or the OSBI.

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Cold Case DNA Breakthrough Leads to Arrest in 1980 Murder of University Student

In August 2024, a DNA "detective" identified Deck Brewer as a suspect in the cold case killing of Susan Leigh Wolfe, a University of Texas nursing student.

Wolfe was kidnapped and murdered in 1980.

Evidence of sexual assault was found during the autopsy and submitted for testing in 2023.

DNA evidence led to Brewer's identification in 2024, who is currently incarcerated in Massachusetts.

After a DNA sample was obtained and tested, Brewer was charged with Wolfe's killing.

The investigation is ongoing to find the passenger involved in Wolfe's abduction.

Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the APD Cold Case Unit at 512-974-5250.

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‎PODCAST: MrBallen | Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories: The Smell of Cyanide

‎On a summer day in 1986, a medical examiner and her assistant examined a seemingly healthy woman who suddenly collapsed and was brain dead within minutes. They both detected a strange, almond-like odor, suggesting cyanide poisoning. This discovery triggered a major investigation by local police and the FBI, sparking widespread panic across the United States.

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🔍Trivia Answer
The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) was enacted in 1994.

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) was a landmark piece of legislation aimed at addressing and preventing sexual violence, domestic violence, and stalking. It provided funding for victim support services, improved legal protections, and established programs to enhance the response of law enforcement and the justice system to these crimes. VAWA has been instrumental in increasing awareness and resources for survivors of sexual abuse and has undergone several reauthorizations to expand and strengthen its provisions.