Thomas Valva: Dad’s Ex-Fiancee Sentenced to 25-Years to Life in Son’s Death
Court
Angela Pollina and ex-cop Michael Valva banished the 8-year-old to a freezing garage after he soiled the bed.
Crime Stories
April 11, 2023
Crime Stories with Nancy Grace: Mom, 26, Mayo Clinic Researcher, Vanishes After String of Funny Texts w/ Sister
Madeline Kingsbury is a mom of two and a professional. For the last three years, she has been working at the Mayo Clinic as “Clinical Research Coordinator for Public Health, Infectious Disease, and Occupational Medicine Research. On the day Kingsbury …
Court
April 11, 2023
‘Cult Mom’ Trial: Court Shown Photos of J.J.’s Decomposed Face With Mouth Taped Shut
On Tuesday, Idaho prosecutors showed graphic photos of 7-year-old J.J. Vallow — who was reportedly found buried on his stepfather’s property in 2020. Rexburg police Detective Ray Hermosillo testified that Vallow was wearing red pajamas and had a bag over …
Missing
April 11, 2023
Nancy Grace: Missing Minnesota Mom Madeline Kingsbury was Seeking New Place to Live Before Disappearance
Missing Minnesota mother Madeline Kingsbury was in the process of finding a new home when she vanished late last month, a fact that CrimeOnline’s Nancy Grace said may be a key aspect in the investigation. “She was looking for a …
Trials
April 11, 2023
‘I knew she did it’: Accused Killer Stepmom’s Brother Offered Her Help with ‘Heavy’ Suitcase, Later Found With Gannon Stauch Inside
Testimony continued Tuesday morning in the Letecia Stauch murder trial; she stands accused of killing her 11-year-old stepson, Gannon Stauch. Prosecutors say Stauch stabbed, shot, and beat her stepson inside the family’s El Paso County home in Colorado, on January …
Court
April 11, 2023
‘Cult Mom’ Trial: Cops Took Turns Recovering J.J & Tylee’s Remains Due to Overwhelming Smell
On Tuesday, an Idaho police detective testified about finding J.J. Vallow and Tylee Ryan’s remains in 2020, nine months after they disappeared. Lori Daybell Vallow’s two children were reportedly discovered on Chad Daybell’s property. While on the stand, Rexburg police …
Murder
April 11, 2023
Mother, 2 Young Children Shot, 1 Fatally; Father Charged
A Texas man has been arrested on charges of murder and assault after he allegedly shot a woman and their two young children, killing one of the children. Two boys, ages 8 and 11, escaped the home and were not …
Missing
April 11, 2023
Video Released of Missing Washington Mom, Seen with New Date at Mariners Game Before Vanishing
The last-known video of a missing Washington woman shows her smiling with a new man she went on a date with; he’s now behind bars for her disappearance. As CrimeOnline previously reported, 58-year-old Leticia Martinez-Cosman was last seen at the T-Mobile …
Trials
April 11, 2023
Watch LIVE: Accused Killer Stepmom Letecia Stauch, Murder Trial Day Six
Day six in the murder trial of a Colorado stepmother accused of murdering her stepson in 2020 began Tuesday morning at the El Paso County court. As CrimeOnline previously reported, prosecutors say Letecia Stauch stabbed, shot, and beat her 11-year-old …
Murder
April 11, 2023
Pennsy Man Drugs Mother With Fentanyl, Shoots Her Dead
A 28-year-old Pennsylvania man has been charged with criminal homicide and kidnapping in the death of his mother, whose body was found in a shed outside a Philadelphia behavioral center. The Bucks County District Attorney’s Office said that Sean Rivera …
April 11, 2023
Dog Recovering From Alcohol Withdrawal in UK Rescue
An animal rescue group in the United Kingdom has successfully treated a dog for alcohol withdrawal after his owner died. Coco and a canine companion came to Woodside Animal Welfare Trust last month, with Coco’s friend having fits and the …
Mass shooting
April 10, 2023
PICTURED: Bank Gunman Livestreamed Shooting That Killed 5, Injured 9
Kentucky police have identified the man who allegedly opened fire at a bank on Monday, killing five and injuring nine. Louisville Metro Police Chief Jacquelyn Gwinn-Villaroel said the gunman was Old National Bank employee Connor Sturgeon, 25. The victims were …
Trials
April 10, 2023
Gannon Stauch: Accused Killer Stepmom Washed & Cleaned Vehicle Thoroughly Before Police Interview, Detective Says
Testimony continued Monday afternoon in the Letecia Stauch murder trial; she stands accused of killing her 11-year-old stepson, Gannon Stauch. As CrimeOnline previously reported, prosecutors say Stauch stabbed, shot, and beat her stepson inside the family’s El Paso County home …
Negligence
April 10, 2023
Mom Charged Months After 6-Year-Old Boy Shoots Teacher in Elementary School Classroom: Prosecutors
On Monday, a Virginia grand jury indicted the mother of a 6-year-old boy who allegedly shot his teacher in January. The Richmond Times-Dispatch reported that Deja Nicole Taylor, 25, was charged with felony child neglect and a misdemeanor count of …
Crime Stories
April 10, 2023
Crime Stories with Nancy Grace: Woman ‘Cute-Meets’ Guy at Gas Station, Wannabe CANNIBAL
A North Carolina man has been charged after telling police he wanted to mutilate a woman and leave her body in the street. The suspect and his victim met at a gas station. The two exchanged numbers, then Hunter Nance …
Court
April 10, 2023
‘Cult Mom’ Trial: Court Shown Graphic Photos of Slain J.J. and Tylee Vallow
On Monday, Idaho prosecutors showed jurors pictures of Lori Daybell Vallow’s slain son and daughter — who were reportedly found on her husband’s property in 2020, nine months after their disappearances. According to East Idaho News, prosecutor Lindsey Blake described how …
Court
April 10, 2023
Prosecutors: ‘Cult Mom’ Lori Vallow Was Powered by ‘Money, Power, and Sex’
Opening statements began on Monday in the trial of Lori Daybell Vallow, who is accused of killing her two children in 2019 and conspiring to kill her husband’s first wife the same year. According to People, prosecutor Lindsey Blake said that …
Trials
April 10, 2023
Gannon Stauch: Autopsy Results Revealed, Accused Killer Stepmom Busted over Fake Lie Detector Test, Day 5 Murder Trial
Testimony continued Monday morning in the Letecia Stauch murder trial, with a medical examiner explaining wounds found on the body of 11-year-old murder victim, Gannon Stauch. Dr. Susan Ignacio, who identified herself as an associate medical examiner in Largo, Florida, …
Mass shooting
April 10, 2023
THE LATEST: Mass Shooting at Bank Was Committed by Former or Current Employee
Monday’s shooting at a Kentucky bank that left four people dead was reportedly carried out by a former or current employee. The mass shooting, which unfolded at Old National Bank in Louisville, also left six people injured. The shooter was …
Mass shooting
April 10, 2023
5 Dead, 6 Wounded in Shooting at Downtown Louisville Bank
At least five people were killed Monday morning in a shooting at a bank in downtown Louisville, Kentucky. Louisville Police said that six people were wounded and that the shooter was also dead, although it wasn’t clear if the suspect …
Trials
April 10, 2023
Watch LIVE: Accused Killer Stepmom Letecia Stauch, Murder Trial Day Five
Day five in the murder trial of a Colorado stepmother accused of murdering her stepson in 2020 began Monday morning at the El Paso County court. As CrimeOnline previously reported, prosecutors say Letecia Stauch stabbed, shot, and beat her 11-year-old …
Animal Crimes
April 10, 2023
Puppy OK After Being Tossed from Moving Vehicle During Police Chase
An 8-week-old puppy is recovering after being tossed out of a moving vehicle during a police pursuit in Los Angeles last week. Los Angeles police were chasing a suspect on Friday wanted in connection with an attempted murder and carjacking …
Murder
April 10, 2023
Michigan WOMAN’S BODY FOUND IN ABANDONED ‘BOYSVILLE’ FACILITY
Michigan State Police say three people have been arrested for the murder of a 22-year-old woman who was found dead, bound and wrapped in a tarp in an abandoned juvenile detention facility last month. Kayla Sedoskey’s mouth was taped shut …
Missing
April 10, 2023
Police Host Birthday Party for Missing Madalina Cojocari
Cornelius police in North Carolina are hosting a birthday celebration for Madalina Cojocari, the 11-year-old girl who was last seen before Thanksgiving but not reported missing until weeks later. Madalina’s mother, Diana Cojocari, and her stepfather, Christopher Palmiter, are behind …
Elderly Abuse
April 9, 2023
Health Care Workers Livestream Abuse of Dementia Patient at Memory Care Facility
Two Florida health care workers have been arrested after they allegedly livestreamed themselves abusing and mocking an elderly dementia patient in their care. The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office said Jada Harris, 18, and Shy’Tiona Jazziemysha Bishop, 20, were charged with …
Vehicle crash
April 9, 2023
6-Year-Old Girl Crushed by ATV Driven by 7-Year-Old Boy
A 6-year-old Virginia girl is dead after the 700-pound ATV she was riding on flipped and landed on top of her. Virginia State Police said the Suzuki KingQuad vehicle was driven by a 7-year-old boy, WTVR reported. The crash took …
Missing
April 9, 2023
Detroit Teen, 1-Month-Old Baby Missing Since Wednesday
Detroit police are asking for help finding a missing teen girl and her 1-month-old baby who were last seen on Wednesday. Neaveh Allen, 16, reportedly left home at about 4 p.m. with the infant and never returned, WDIV said. She …
Shooting
April 9, 2023
3 Dead, Including Child, in Domestic Shooting; Cops Kill Suspect
Orlando police officers responded to a domestic violence call early Sunday morning and shot and killed a suspect who came out of the house and shot at them. Police Chief Eric Smith said that when officer went inside, they found …
April 9, 2023
3rd Suspect in Murders of Florida Teens Arrested
US Marshals and the Lake County Sheriff’s Office have arrested the third suspect in the murders of three teenagers in a rural Florida community last week. The 16-year-old was arrested on outstanding warrants for carjacking with a firearm, aggravated assault, …
Lawsuit
April 9, 2023
‘Listen to our Children’: Parents Sue School After Boy Collapses & Dies, Staff Thought He Was ‘Playing Dead’
A Connecticut couple has filed a lawsuit alleging that school staff failed to respond properly after their young son collapsed on a playground, WFSB-TV reports. On April 5, 2022, 5-year-old Romeo Pierre Louis fell to the ground at Charter Oak …
Murder
April 9, 2023
Texas Man Kills Another Victim While Out on Bond for Previous Murder: Police
A Texas man free on bond for murder has again been charged with the same crime involving a different victim, KHOU-TV reports. Authorities allege that 20-year-old Daniel Medrano killed 43-year-old Joel Villarreal on March 28 in a robbery that turned …
Missing
April 9, 2023
Large-Scale Search Ends for Missing Minnesota Mom Madeline Kingsbury
Minnesota authorities over the weekend ended a large-scale search for missing mother Madeline Kingsbury, but police said they would continue to investigate her disappearance, KARE 11 reports. Approximately 2,600 people volunteered between Friday and Saturday to look for the 26-year-old …
Mass shooting
April 8, 2023
Ex-Con Wrote to Las Vegas Mass Murderer Urging Him Not to ‘Shoot or Kill Innocent People’
An ex-convict wrote to Stephen Paddock multiple times between 2013 and October 1, 2017, when Paddock opened fire from a Las Vegas hotel room on a music festival down below, sometimes urging him to seek help and not to “go …
Court
April 8, 2023
Boise Sketch Artist Works to Bring Lori Vallow Daybell Trial to Life in Absence of Cameras
Judge Steven Boyce has barred cameras from the courtroom for the murder trial of “cult mom” Lori Vallow Daybell. Boise artist Lisa Cheney is taking their place, providing sketches during the proceedings.
Murder
April 8, 2023
Details About Murders of 3 Teens in Florida Revealed in Arrest Affidavits
Arrest affidavits for two boys charged in the murders of three Florida teens last week reveal more information about how the shootings went down. crimeonline, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office announced Friday it had arrested a 12-year-old and a 17-year-old …
Manslaughter
April 8, 2023
Dad Charged With Manslaughter When Toddler Son Drowns in Creek After Car Crash
A Vermont man has been charged with manslaughter after he fled the scene of a car crash on foot and lost his toddler son in a brook, where he drowned. The Berkshire District Attorney’s Office in northwestern Massachusetts said Darel …
Murder
April 8, 2023
Utah Man Who Shot Family of 7 and Himself Left Note Blaming His Wife
Michael Haight was obsessed with appearances, according to a report on the incident from Enoch police.
Murder
April 8, 2023
After Bail Release, Accused Killer Arrested Again for Allegedly ‘Executing’ Ex-Girlfriend & 7-Year-Old Girl
Police have arrested a man accused of murdering his former girlfriend and her young daughter in Washington – weeks after he was released by authorities on domestic violence charges against the victims as he was facing an unrelated murder charge …
Murder
April 8, 2023
ID Linked to Idaho College Murders Reportedly Found in Bryan Kohberger’s Home
Police searching Bryan Kohberger’s residences found an ID linked to someone from the Idaho college murders, NewsNation reports. Few details are known publicly about the ID. It was discovered while law enforcement searched either Kohberger’s apartment in Pullman, Washington, or …
Murder
April 7, 2023
Pennsylvania Sex Offender Charged With Rape and Murder of 70-Year-Old Woman on Bike Trail
A Pennsylvania man has been charged with rape and murder in the assault and death of a 70-year-old woman who was found dead along a bike trail last month. Marcy Suzette Nellis went missing while out on a routine walk …
Court
April 7, 2023
10 Men, 8 Women Selected for Jury in Murder Trial of ‘Cult Mom’ Lori Vallow Daybell
Judge Steven Boyce told the 10 men and eight women chosen to hear the case against Lori Vallow Daybell, charged in the deaths of two of her children and her husband’s first wife, to avoid “dangerous hobbies” for the eight …
April 7, 2023
Stauch Trial: Accused Killer Stepmom Blocks Neighbor ‘Immediately’ After Neighbor Questions Search Effort for Gannon Stauch
Testimony continued Friday afternoon in the Letecia Stauch murder trial, with numerous witnesses taking the stand, including a former neighbor who said the defendant blocked her after she asked about searching for Gannon Stauch. As CrimeOnline previously reported, prosecutors say …
Crime Stories
April 7, 2023
Crime Stories with Nancy Grace: DOORS, WINDOWS PADLOCKED, Woman HELD HOSTAGE 4 YEARS
A Texas woman calls police and says she has been locked inside a trailer for four years. The unidentified victim said all the exits to the home were blocked. There were burglar bars on the windows and padlocks on the …
Trials
April 7, 2023
Stauch Trial: Asst. Principal Says Alleged Killer Stepmom Called Out of Work on Day Gannon Stauch Disappeared
Testimony continued Friday morning for the Letecia Stauch murder trial, with several law enforcement experts, a former hotel employee and an assistant principal taking the stand. As CrimeOnline previously reported, prosecutors say 39-year-old Letecia Stauch stabbed, shot, and beat her …
Murder
April 7, 2023
‘Deteriorating’ Delphi Murder Suspect Being Treated Like a ‘Prisoner of War,’ Lawyers Allege
Attorneys for Delphi murder suspect Richard Allen allege he is being treated inhumanely in jail and have asked that he be moved to a different facility, WHAS-TV reports. In a new court filing, Allen’s lawyers detailed a list of grievances …
Celebrity
April 7, 2023
Rapper Coolio Died From Accidental Fentanyl Overdose: Coroner
“Gangsta’s Paradise” rapper Coolio died last year in California from an accidental fentanyl overdose, a medical examiner concluded on Thursday. Coolio, 59, whose real name is Artis Ivey Jr., died in September. The medical examiner’s record lists Coolio’s cause of …
Murder
April 7, 2023
Suspect Confesses to Killing 3 People, 2 Dogs Found Bludgeoned in Home
A Kentucky man was arrested on Wednesday, the same day three people and two dogs were reportedly found dead at a home. Breckinridge County police found the bodies while performing a welfare check at a residence in Vine Grove — …
Child Abuse
April 7, 2023
Teen Dad Seriously Injures 2-Month-Old Son for Pulling His Nose Ring
On Monday, Indiana police arrested a man who allegedly admitted to seriously injuring his 2-month-old son. WXIN reported that Aaron Evans, 19, abused the infant because he pulled his nose ring and was being loud as he had a migraine. …
Hot Car
April 7, 2023
Florida Babysitter Left Infant Girl in 133-Degree Car for 5 Hours: Police
A Florida woman was arrested for the death of a 10-month-old girl who was reportedly left in a hot car on Wednesday. The mother called Baxter County police about finding her daughter blue and not breathing after picking her up. …
