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The Story Of Omaima Nelson, The Woman Who Killed Her Abusive Husband — Then Allegedly Ate Him

After bludgeoning her husband to death on Thanksgiving 1991, Omaima Nelson butchered his body, fried his hands in oil, cooked his head, and mixed his remains with leftover turkey.

By Matt Crabtree • Aug 31, 2023

The Story Of Omaima Nelson, The Woman Who Killed Her Abusive Husband — Then Allegedly Ate Him

After bludgeoning her husband to death on Thanksgiving 1991, Omaima Nelson butchered his body, fried his hands in oil, cooked his head, and mixed his remains with leftover turkey.

By Matt Crabtree • August 31, 2023

A Suspect In The Cold Case Murder Of An Arizona Hiker Was Just Identified After 36 Years

The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office has announced that it's highly likely that Bryan Scott Bennett murdered Catherine "Cathy" Sposito on a hiking trail in Prescott, Arizona, in 1987.

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 30, 2023

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A Suspect In The Cold Case Murder Of An Arizona Hiker Was Just Identified After 36 Years

The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office has announced that it's highly likely that Bryan Scott Bennett murdered Catherine "Cathy" Sposito on a hiking trail in Prescott, Arizona, in 1987.

By Kaleena Fraga • August 30, 2023

John Du Pont, Dave Schultz, And The True Story Of ‘Foxcatcher’

After John du Pont started a training facility for wrestlers on his Foxcatcher estate in Pennsylvania, he grew close with former Olympian Dave Schultz — then he murdered him.

By Mark Oliver • Aug 30, 2023

John Du Pont, Dave Schultz, And The True Story Of ‘Foxcatcher’

After John du Pont started a training facility for wrestlers on his Foxcatcher estate in Pennsylvania, he grew close with former Olympian Dave Schultz — then he murdered him.

By Mark Oliver • August 30, 2023

The Crimes Of Joel Rifkin, The New York Serial Killer Who Murdered Up To 17 Women

Dubbed "Joel the Ripper," Joel Rifkin terrorized prostitutes in the early 1990s — and became the most prolific serial killer in New York history.

By William DeLong • Aug 30, 2023

The Crimes Of Joel Rifkin, The New York Serial Killer Who Murdered Up To 17 Women

Dubbed "Joel the Ripper," Joel Rifkin terrorized prostitutes in the early 1990s — and became the most prolific serial killer in New York history.

By William DeLong • August 30, 2023

The Tragic Story Of Corey Haim, The Child Star Who Died After A Long Battle With Drug Addiction

Corey Haim struggled with drug addiction throughout most of his life, but an autopsy revealed that pneumonia was the true cause of his death.

By Austin Harvey • Aug 29, 2023

The Tragic Story Of Corey Haim, The Child Star Who Died After A Long Battle With Drug Addiction

Corey Haim struggled with drug addiction throughout most of his life, but an autopsy revealed that pneumonia was the true cause of his death.

By Austin Harvey • August 29, 2023

The Crimes Of Derrick Todd Lee, The Baton Rouge Serial Killer Who Raped And Murdered Seven Women

Derrick Todd Lee first killed in 1992, but it would take over a decade for police to track him down as he terrorized Louisiana, often pretending to be a person in need to gain his victims' trust.

By Amber Morgan • Aug 28, 2023

The Crimes Of Derrick Todd Lee, The Baton Rouge Serial Killer Who Raped And Murdered Seven Women

Derrick Todd Lee first killed in 1992, but it would take over a decade for police to track him down as he terrorized Louisiana, often pretending to be a person in need to gain his victims' trust.

By Amber Morgan • August 28, 2023

Richard Jewell Saved Dozens During The 1996 Olympics Bombing — Then Was Falsely Accused Of Perpetrating It

On July 27, 1996, security guard Richard Jewell discovered a bomb at Atlanta's Olympic Park. While he was hailed as a hero at first, he soon became the FBI's number-one suspect.

By Natasha Ishak • Aug 27, 2023

Richard Jewell Saved Dozens During The 1996 Olympics Bombing — Then Was Falsely Accused Of Perpetrating It

On July 27, 1996, security guard Richard Jewell discovered a bomb at Atlanta's Olympic Park. While he was hailed as a hero at first, he soon became the FBI's number-one suspect.

By Natasha Ishak • August 27, 2023

How Sammy ‘The Bull’ Gravano Went From Mafia Killer To FBI Informant

Before he cooperated with the FBI to put John Gotti behind bars, Gambino underboss Sammy "The Bull" Gravano was one of the most feared killers in Mafia history.

By Wyatt Redd • Aug 25, 2023

How Sammy ‘The Bull’ Gravano Went From Mafia Killer To FBI Informant

Before he cooperated with the FBI to put John Gotti behind bars, Gambino underboss Sammy "The Bull" Gravano was one of the most feared killers in Mafia history.

By Wyatt Redd • August 25, 2023

The Disturbing True Story Of Carl Tanzler And The Corpse He Dug Up And Lived With For Seven Years

Carl Tanzler fell in love with Maria Elena Milagro de Hoyos, a young tuberculosis patient at the Key West hospital where he was a radiology technician — but his fondness grew into an obsession after she died in 1931.

By Cara Johnson • Aug 24, 2023

The Disturbing True Story Of Carl Tanzler And The Corpse He Dug Up And Lived With For Seven Years

Carl Tanzler fell in love with Maria Elena Milagro de Hoyos, a young tuberculosis patient at the Key West hospital where he was a radiology technician — but his fondness grew into an obsession after she died in 1931.

By Cara Johnson • August 24, 2023

The Disturbing Crimes Of Dale Hausner, The Phoenix ‘Serial Shooter’ Who Killed At Random

From 2005 to 2006, Dale Hausner killed eight people and injured 19 in drive-by shootings alongside his partner-in-crime Samuel Dietman.

By Austin Harvey • Aug 23, 2023

The Disturbing Crimes Of Dale Hausner, The Phoenix ‘Serial Shooter’ Who Killed At Random

From 2005 to 2006, Dale Hausner killed eight people and injured 19 in drive-by shootings alongside his partner-in-crime Samuel Dietman.

By Austin Harvey • August 23, 2023

The Life And Death Of David Barksdale, The Founder Of Chicago’s Black Disciples

Once a feared gang leader, "King David" Barksdale eventually pivoted to anti-violence activism and became an influential force in the American civil rights movement.

By Amber Morgan • Aug 22, 2023

The Life And Death Of David Barksdale, The Founder Of Chicago’s Black Disciples

Once a feared gang leader, "King David" Barksdale eventually pivoted to anti-violence activism and became an influential force in the American civil rights movement.

By Amber Morgan • August 22, 2023

The Troubled Life Of Christian Brando, Marlon Brando’s Son Who Ultimately Became A Killer

The eldest of Marlon Brando's children, Christian Brando struggled with drug and alcohol abuse before he was sentenced to ten years in prison for killing his sister's lover inside his father's home in May 1990.

By Austin Harvey • Aug 20, 2023

The Troubled Life Of Christian Brando, Marlon Brando’s Son Who Ultimately Became A Killer

The eldest of Marlon Brando's children, Christian Brando struggled with drug and alcohol abuse before he was sentenced to ten years in prison for killing his sister's lover inside his father's home in May 1990.

By Austin Harvey • August 20, 2023