Issue 288, December 16, 2024

Tragic Houston Shooting: 2 Teens Dead, 3 Injured at Pop-Up Party; Texas Man Gets 100 Years for Rampage

December 16, 2024

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Who holds the record for the longest prison sentence ever handed down to a convicted man in the United States?
Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

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Tragic Shooting Leaves Two Teenagers Dead and Three Injured at Houston Pop-Up Party

A shooting in Houston, Texas late Saturday evening resulted in the deaths of two teenagers and injuries to three others.

Houston Police responded to the incident at a pop-up party in the 10100 block of Jensen Drive.

Upon arrival, officers found multiple victims with gunshot wounds.

A 16-year-old boy was pronounced dead at the scene, while a 16-year-old girl died at the hospital.

A 13-year-old girl is in critical condition and a 19-year-old woman is in non-critical condition.

The suspect fled the scene, and details about the suspect and potential suspect vehicle are currently unknown.

The incident is under investigation by police.

Texas Man Sentenced to 100 Years for Two-State Thanksgiving Shooting Rampage

A Texas man, Christopher McDonnell, was sentenced to 100 years in prison by a Las Vegas judge for his involvement in a two-state shooting on Thanksgiving 2020.

McDonnell pleaded guilty to over 20 felonies including murder, attempted murder, and weapon charges.

The shooting rampage involved random acts of violence in Nevada and Arizona, resulting in the death of one individual and injuries to several others.

McDonnell, along with his brother and ex-wife, engaged in the shootings and were arrested after a car crash.

McDonnell will be eligible for parole in 2120.

Shawn McDonnell and Kayleigh Lewis still await trial.

🤚 Safety Tip of the Day: When encountering an ex-convict, maintain caution and prioritize your personal safety by keeping interactions respectful but at a distance.

While many ex-convicts work hard to reintegrate into society, it’s important to stay aware of your surroundings and trust your instincts. If you're interacting with an ex-convict, avoid discussing sensitive personal information, be mindful of body language, and never put yourself in a vulnerable situation. If you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, remove yourself from the situation and seek help. Being cautious and respectful can help ensure your safety while fostering understanding and promoting positive reintegration efforts for those who have served their time.

Cold Case Highlights

Unsolved Murders in Bergen County: The Search for a Potential Serial Killer

In 2010, two women in Bergen County were brutally murdered several months apart, and police believe one person may be responsible.

Dolores Alliotts and Joan Davis were found murdered after house fires in Palisades Park and Teaneck, New Jersey.

Both murders had a "sexual undertone," according to investigators.

The suspect in the case is believed to be socially awkward and in his 20s or 30s at the time.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Bergen County prosecutor's office at (201) 226-5532.Investigators are determined to solve the case and bring justice to the victims and their families.

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Decades-Old Cold Case of Paula Boudreaux's Disappearance Solved; Two Charged with Murder

After nearly four decades, the mystery of the disappearance of young mother Paula Boudreaux has been solved.

Russell Lee and Judith Weiser have been charged with her murder in Louisiana.

Boudreaux vanished in 1986 after an event and was not seen again until her skeletal remains were identified in 2023.

Lee, with a violent past, was arrested in Missouri while Weiser was taken into custody in Tennessee.

Both have been charged and will be transported to Louisiana.

The news brought closure and justice for Boudreaux's family, especially her distant relative Michelle Chouest.

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Paul Geidel

Paul Geidel was sentenced to 20 years to life for the 1929 murder of a man named William F. Jackson. However, he served an extraordinary 68 years in prison before being released on parole in 1974. While his sentence was not technically the longest, his imprisonment is the longest for any convicted person who was eventually paroled in the U.S. His case became notable for the extreme length of time he spent incarcerated.