Issue 98, March 21, 2024

11-Year-Old Boy Killed Protecting Mother from Parolee, Washington Police Accuse Couple of Murdering Elderly Man in Financial Fraud Scheme

March 21, 2024

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What is the term for a criminal act that involves intentionally causing another person to believe something untrue, often for personal gain?
Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

PODCAST: ‎MURDERISH | The Osa Gordon Case

‎Embark on the journey of famed rock and roll drummer James Beck Gordon, whose passion for drumming catapulted him into the spotlight. However, a tumultuous mix of drugs, alcohol, and undiagnosed mental illness tragically led to the brutal murder of someone close to him, Osa Gordon.

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What’s Happening Now

11-Year-Old Boy Killed Protecting Mother from Parolee; Outrage Sparks Over Release Decision

An 11-year-old boy in Chicago was killed while trying to protect his pregnant mother from an attack by a convicted felon recently released on parole.

The incident occurred when the man forced his way into the family's home, stabbing both the mother and the boy.

Despite being rushed to the hospital, the boy did not survive.

The man faces multiple charges related to the attack, including first-degree murder.

This tragic event has sparked outrage as authorities question why the offender, with a history of domestic abuse, was released on parole in the first place.

Domestic violence victims are urged to seek help through the National Domestic Violence Hotline.

Washington Police Accuse Couple of Murdering Elderly Man in Financial Fraud Scheme

Police in Washington state have accused a man and woman of murdering a 74-year-old man as part of a financial fraud scheme.

The suspects were arrested in Southern California and will be extradited back to Washington to face homicide charges.

The victim, Curtis Engeland, was reported missing by his family and later found dead in Cosmopolis.

The suspects allegedly financially defrauded Engeland before violently confronting him and using his car to leave the area.

They are accused of orchestrating a plan to move into his home, take over his financial accounts, and make extravagant purchases after his murder.

🔪 Safety Tip of the Day: Avoiding Serious Injury in a Knife Attack

In the unfortunate event of a knife attack, focus on protecting vital areas like the neck and torso by using your arms to shield yourself. Stay calm, maintain distance, and look for opportunities to escape or disarm the attacker. If possible, seek help or find a safe place to take refuge until assistance arrives.

Cold Case Highlights

Decades-Long Investigation Uncovers Second Suspect in Pamela Lynn Conyers Homicide

Investigators working for over 50 years have identified a second suspect in the cold case homicide of Pamela Lynn Conyers in Maryland.

The suspect, identified as Donald Willard using genetic genealogy, died before being charged with Pamela's death.

The first suspect, Forrest Clyde Williams, also died before facing charges.

Pamela went missing in 1970 and was found strangled to death.

FBI investigators used genetic genealogy to track relatives of the suspects.

Despite the suspects being identified, authorities are seeking more information to piece together the full story of Pamela's killing.

Witnesses are urged to come forward with any relevant information.

Mother of Slain Three-year-old Seeks Justice for Unsolved Murder in Baton Rouge

Two years ago, a three-year-old child named Devin Page Jr was tragically killed by gunfire in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

His mother, Tye Toliver, is frustrated and angry that the killer has not been brought to justice.

Page was shot in the head while sleeping with his sister in their crib.

Despite a lead involving a .45-caliber handgun found in a traffic stop, the weapon did not match the murder weapon.

The suspect, Johnny Brown, is currently awaiting trial on unrelated charges.

Authorities are urging the public to come forward with any information that could lead to a conviction in this case.

If you have information, call Crime Stoppers at 225-344-STOP.

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PODCAST: ‎True Murder | The Meaning of Malice

Sandra Bridewell, a captivating Dallas socialite, encountered suspicious deaths linked to three husbands. Investigations suggest she may be a serial killer, yet she remained unarrested. Author John Leake's thorough probe, sparked by her arrest for identity theft, unveils intriguing layers of mystery and suspicion surrounding her life.

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Deception

Deception is the act of intentionally misleading or causing someone to believe something false.