Issue 315, January 28 2025

Colorado Woman to Face Trial for Killing Children After Extradition, Oregon Teens Charged in Portland Murder

🕵️Trivia Question

What infamous 1990s murder case involved a group of teens robbing and killing an elderly woman in Texas, sparking national outrage?
Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

What’s Happening Now

🔫Safety Tip of the Day: If you’re ever confronted by a robber, stay calm, avoid confrontation, and prioritize your safety over valuables.

In a robbery situation, your life is the most important thing. If the robber demands money or items, hand them over without resistance. Staying calm and compliant reduces the likelihood of escalating the situation into violence. Once you’re safe, immediately report the incident to the authorities with as many details as possible to aid in their investigation.

Cold Case Highlights

🔍Trivia Answer
The "Texas Teen Murders”

In 1998, a group of teenagers in Texas, motivated by robbery, brutally murdered an elderly woman, Mrs. Wood. They targeted her home in an attempt to steal valuables, but the crime escalated to murder, leading to a nationwide conversation about youth crime and the effects of poverty and neglect on young people.