Issue 296, December 30, 2024

Most Captivating True-Crime Series of 2024: Gripping Cases, Arrests & Convictions Across the U.S.

December 30, 2024

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What notorious crime occurred on New Year's Eve in 1999 in the USA, leading to a high-profile investigation?
Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

PODCAST: Murder with My Husband | 249. The Haunting Murder of Kristin Smart

In this episode, Garrett and Payton explore the notorious Kristin Smart case and how a podcast revived a long-forgotten cold case.

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What’s Happening Now

Most Captivating True-Crime Series of 2024 That Gripped America

Four new true-crime documentaries released in 2024 explore high-profile criminal cases.

'Fall of the House of Murdaugh' features jurors speaking out about alleged tampering in Alex Murdaugh case.

'Menendez Brothers: Victims or Villains' rehashes Lyle and Erik Menendez's infamous murder.

'The Life & Murder of Nicole Brown Simpson' sheds light on her life beyond her accused killer, O.J. Simpson.

'American Murder: Laci Peterson' examines Scott Peterson's conviction for his wife and unborn son's murder.

'Making Manson' reveals new confessions and insights from cult leader Charles Manson.

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High-Profile Arrests and Convictions Across the U.S. in 2024

In 2024, mugshots were taken for various arrests and convictions across the U.S.

The mugshot of Luigi Mangione shows his arrest for forgery, possession of firearms without a license, and other charges in Pennsylvania.

Ryan Routh was arrested in Florida for attempted assassination of a presidential candidate.

Brian Kohberger faces charges of murder in Pennsylvania and Idaho.

Lyle and Erik Menendez were convicted of murder in California.

Wade Wilson was found guilty of murder in Florida.

Tiffanie Lucas was convicted of murder in Kentucky.

Oren and Alon Alexander face sex trafficking charges in Florida.

Colt Gray was arrested for murder in Georgia, and Shawn 'Mickey' Stines for murder in Kentucky.

Suzanne Smith was convicted of murder in South Carolina.

📆 Safety Tip of the Day: Plan Your Transportation in Advance for New Year's Eve.

New Year's Eve in the USA is a time for celebration, with many people attending parties, fireworks displays, and public events. However, it's also a time when accidents related to impaired driving increase. Planning ahead can help prevent dangerous situations and ensure everyone enjoys the festivities safely.

Cold Case Highlights

Seeking Justice: The Unsolved Murder of Beverly Jarosz

On December 28, 1964, Carol Jarosz Bartos suffered a life-altering event when her 16-year-old sister, Beverly Jarosz, was murdered.

Sixty years later, Carol still seeks answers about Beverly's death, which remains unsolved.

Beverly was found strangled and stabbed in their Garfield Heights home.

The case is a top priority for the Garfield Heights Police Department, with advancements in DNA testing providing new leads.

Carol remembers her sister as sophisticated and talented, with a passion for poetry and Shakespeare.

As the anniversary of Beverly's murder passes, Carol hopes for closure and justice.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Mark Menary.

PODCAST: 20/20 | The Kill List

New Developments in the Dramatic Trial of a Spine-Tingling Murder Case Under Investigation for 25 Years.

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Amadou Diallo, an unarmed man, was shot by four NYC police officers in 1999

On New Year's Eve 1999, Amadou Diallo, a 23-year-old immigrant from Guinea, was shot 41 times by four plainclothes police officers in the Bronx. The officers mistook Diallo for a suspect, and the case sparked widespread outrage, protests, and debates over police practices and racial profiling.