Issue 285, December 11, 2024

Nationwide Manhunt Leads to Arrest of Suspected Murderer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson

December 11, 2024

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What is the longest manhunt in U.S. history?
Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

PODCAST: 48 Hours | Friends for Life

On June 29, 2009, Brian Davis disappeared. His wife, Robyn, and friend, Carol Saltzman, claimed he went boat shopping. Police grew suspicious after reviewing their phone records. Both women were charged with murder after Brian's body was found in St. Charles, LA.

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What’s Happening Now

Nationwide Manhunt Leads to Arrest of Suspected Murderer of UnitedHealthcare's CEO Brian Thompson in Pennsylvania

Luigi Mangione, accused of the murder of UnitedHealthcare's CEO Brian Thompson, was arrested in Pennsylvania after a nationwide manhunt.

Thompson was shot outside a New York City hotel before a conference.

Mangione allegedly fired multiple shots at Thompson, causing his death.

The suspect was found with a forged ID and a pistol with a silencer.

Mangione faces charges of murder, possession of a weapon, and possession of a forged instrument.

Thompson, survived by his wife and children, was appointed as the CEO in 2021.

Mangione's family released a statement expressing shock and devastation over his arrest.

Tragic Gun Accident in California Highlights Need for Proper Firearm Storage

Jessinya Mina, a 22-year-old mother in California, tragically died after her toddler accidentally shot her with an unsecured gun on December 6.

The loaded 9mm handgun was within reach of the toddler, who manipulated the trigger while handling it.

Despite attempts to save her, Mina was pronounced dead at the hospital.

The boyfriend, Andrew Sanchez, responsible for placing the firearm where it could be accessed, faces charges of felony child endangerment and criminal storage of a firearm.

The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe gun storage.

A GoFundMe has been created to support Mina's funeral and her children.

🚗 Safety Tip of the Day: Always use your seatbelt—it's the simplest way to protect yourself in a crash.

In the U.S., wearing a seatbelt is a basic but crucial safety law. It significantly reduces the risk of injury or death in accidents. Besides buckling up, it's important to follow traffic laws, keep your attention on the road, and avoid distractions like texting. Always obey speed limits and adjust your driving to road and weather conditions for added safety.

Cold Case Highlights

Unsolved Murder of Juanita "Jenny" Rollins: A Cold Case Haunting La Plata

On April 2, 1987, police responded to a 911 call in La Plata, Maryland regarding 29-year-old Juanita "Jenny" Rollins.

When they arrived, Jenny was found with multiple injuries and later pronounced dead at the hospital due to strangulation and blunt neck injury.

The case was determined as a homicide.

Jenny's children were present during the attack but their accounts were not disclosed.

Though someone was initially arrested, charges were later dropped.

The case remains open and investigators are re-evaluating it with new forensic technology.

Jenny's family members have passed away, leaving the case with unanswered questions.

The sheriff's office is offering a reward for information leading to an arrest.

Washington Authorities Revisit Warren Forrest Cold Case Killings in Search of Justice for Victims' Families

Authorities in Washington have reopened a cold case investigation involving convicted killer Warren Forrest, who is suspected of murdering at least five young women between 1974 and 1978 in Clark County.

Forrest, already serving two life sentences for other murders, is being reexamined using advanced forensic techniques.

The cases share common characteristics, prompting investigators to seek additional witnesses and leads.

The investigation is described as the most complex cold case in the county's history.

Family members of the victims, like Starr Lara, continue to seek closure and ensure their loved ones are not forgotten.

PODCAST: Anatomy of Murder | X2 (Jenna Pellegrini & Christine Sullivan)

Two young women are murdered, and paint on garage windows holds an unexpected clue.

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Longest U.S. manhunt: James Earl Ray, MLK's assassin, 1968.

James Earl Ray fled the scene of the assassination and was on the run for two months before being captured in London. His manhunt covered several countries, and his escape and subsequent capture remain one of the most high-profile criminal chases in U.S. history. Ray's eventual capture marked the end of an intense search and a long chapter in the history of crime investigations in the U.