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Elizabeth Roxanne Haysom (*1964) is the protagonist of one of the most spectacular crimes of the last decades. In March 1985, she had her parents murdered by her lover Jens Soering, the then 18-year-old son of a German diplomat. To this day, there is speculation as to whether Haysom herself was at the crime scene. - The gruesome massacre was preceded by a fierce love affair between the highly gifted students. Letters that Haysom and Soering sent to each other before the crime, as well as a joint diary they kept during the escape, are characterized by high literary quality and intellectual brilliance - and this primarily applies to Elizabeth Haysom's writings. The two perpetrators, each sentenced to 90 years, were released on parole in November 2019 after more than 33 years in prison. Elizabeth Haysom has remained silent since her conviction. Only a column that she wrote between 2003 and 2008 for a regional newspaper, the ¿Fluvanna Review¿, gives insight into her feelings and once again shows her great writing talent. These numerous essays are collected in this book, as well as a more recent statement from the year 2019.

What started with just a half-dozen or so retired FBI and homicide detectives has now ballooned to over 150 women and men who volunteer their time in an effort to help families of deceased or missing loved ones bring closure to cases that have gone "cold." The Cold Case Foundation shares the most riveting and rewarding cases that the Foundation has helped to solve, from high-profile missing persons cases to decades-old murders.

Delve into the most perplexing and haunting unsolved murders that continue to mystify experts and captivate the public. This gripping book takes you on a journey through time and across continents, uncovering the dark alleys and hidden corners where justice has yet to tread.Through compelling narrative style immerse yourself in the psychology of both the victims and the perpetrators, asking the question: what leads a person to commit such heinous acts, and why do some of these mysteries remain unsolved?A testament to the victims and a challenge to the reader - can you see what everyone else has missed? Prepare to be haunted by the unanswered questions and the echoes of voices long silenced, as you journey through the darkest paths of human history.

A brilliant anthology of modern true-crime writing that illustrates the appeal of this powerful and popular genre, edited and curated by Sarah Weinman, the award-winning author of The Real Lolita The appeal of true-crime stories has never been higher. With podcasts like My Favorite Murder and In the Dark, bestsellers like I'll Be Gone in the Dark and Furious Hours, and TV hits like American Crime Story and Wild Wild Country, the cultural appetite for stories of real people doing terrible things is insatiable. Acclaimed author ofThe Real Lolita and editor of Women Crime Writers: Eight Suspense Novels of the 1940s & 50s (Library of America) and Troubled Daughters, Twisted Wives (Penguin), Sarah Weinman brings together an exemplary collection of recent true crime tales. She culls together some of the most refreshing and exciting contemporary journalists and chroniclers of crime working today. Michelle Dean's "Dee Dee Wanted Her Daughter To Be Sick" went viral when it first published and is the basis for the TV showThe Act and Pamela Colloff's "The Reckoning," is the gold standard for forensic journalism. There are 13 pieces in all and as a collection, they showcase writing about true crime across the broadest possible spectrum, while also reflecting what makes crime stories so transfixing and irresistible to the modern reader.Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.

¿Alguna vez te has preguntado qué lleva a un infante a cometer un crimen? ¿Cómo es posible que alguien tan joven cometa actos extremos? Entonces sigue leyendo... Los asesinatos han sido una parte desafortunada de la experiencia humana desdetiempos inmemorables. En el tiempo que hemos vivido en este planeta, la gente hamatado y ha sido asesinada por prácticamente todas las razones que puedasimaginar.A veces, la razón no es el foco de las investigaciones y el discurso público en torno a estos incidentes. Esto suele suceder cuando los casos se cortan y se secan. Sin embargo, hay casos en los que las razones y motivos de los asesinos pueden convertirse en el punto focal y cambiarlo todo.¿Qué impulsa a estos niños a cruzar esa línea? En nuestro mundo, hay historias que desafían toda lógica, casos que nos sumergen en la oscuridad de la psique humana desde una edad temprana. En este libro, descubrirás:Los casos más impactantes de niños asesinos de la historia.Factores psicológicos detrás de la conducta criminal en la infancia.Estudios de casos de los perfiles de estos jóvenes.Datos sobre los procesos judiciales y rehabilitación de estos pequeños criminales. Y mucho más...¿Estás listo para explorar los misterios de estas pequeñas mentes criminales? Únete a esa exploración fascinante ¡Desplaza hacia arriba y añade al carrito de compra!

Sniper is the behind-the-scenes story of one of the most frightening rampages to occur in U.S. history—and how it was stopped.For more than three weeks, the nation watched in disbelief as Washington, D.C., and its surrounding suburbs were held hostage by anonymous gunmen shooting innocent civilians at random. Sniper is the definitive account of those alleged gunmen, John Muhammad and Lee Boyd Malvo, and the massive manhunt that ended with their capture by a heavily armed SWAT team in an early-morning raid at an interstate highway rest stop.Two Washington Post reporters, Sari Horwitz and Michael E. Ruane, retrace the steps of Muhammad and Malvo from their first meeting on the island of Antigua to Malvo's defiant confession in a Virginia jail. Drawing on exclusive reporting about that confession, internal police documents, and a wide range of law-enforcement sources, Horwitz and Ruane track in remarkable detail the murderous trail Muhammad and Malvo are accused of having followed to the Washington area and reconstruct the eerie way in which the two moved invisibly around the nation's capital in the midst of one of the largest police investigations in U.S. history.Horwitz and Ruane also take you inside the police command center where local and state police, joined by the federal government's most experienced crime fighters, worked desperately to stop the killings, unaware that a fundamental error—investigators were wrongly fixated on a white van—was allowing Muhammad and Malvo to slip through the dragnet. We meet FBI negotiators, veteran detectives, forensics experts, prosecutors, and politicians who faced perhaps the biggest challenge of their careers as they confronted frustrating setbacks, logistical nightmares, and the overwhelming pressure of a high-stakes investigation. In a fast-paced narrative that outdoes even the most acclaimed television cop shows, Sniper recounts the extraordinary police work that enabled investigators to quickly exploit the clues handed to them by Muhammad and Malvo that finally led to their arrest.Part gripping drama, part real-life portrait of law enforcement at work, Sniper is also a cautionary tale about the vulnerability of American society in an age of terrorism.

This is a memoir of horrifying traumas that someone born into a cult must live through. It is a true story with names and places changed for the safety and privacy of the author and anyone involved. You will experience laughter but mostly sadness and feeling sorrow for the innocent victims of such abuse. This book also teaches survival techniques, how to cope with trauma, how to overcome addiction, how to trust people with caution, and more life lessons that helped me survive. And knowing that when you do pass on you will go to heaven helps heal some wounds and give you the courage to go on.

Højgravide Louise Borglit blev dræbt, og det der fulgte, gjorde det meningsløse meget værre.32-årige Louise Borglit er gravid i ottende måned, da hun en fredag aften ved19-tiden bliver stukket ned i Elverparken i Herlev. Overfaldet er så brutalt, at både Louise og hendes ufødte barn mister livet.I mere end seks år forbliver det meningsløse drab uopklaret, og udadtil ser det ud som om, at politiet er på bar bund. Men sådan forholder det sig ikke. I virkeligheden har politiet en god idé om, hvem der dræbte Louise. De kan bare ikke bevise det.To garvede kriminalreportere giver sig til at granske politiets efterforskning, og hurtigt tegner der sig et dystert billede af svigt og tvivlsomt politiarbejde. Måske kunne drabet endda været undgået.Til sidst ser politiet sig nødsaget til at tage utraditionelle metoder i brug for at afsløre gerningsmanden. I al hemmelighed sætter de en PET-agent ind til den mistænke, som sidder fængslet i en anden sag. Håbet er, at den mistænkte taler over sig.

"In the tradition of Killers of the Flower Moon, a haunting murder-mystery revealing the human story behind one of the most devastating crimes of our time: the ruthless destruction of the Amazon rainforest-and anyone who stands in the way"--

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the acclaimed author of Say Nothing and Empire of Pain, twelve enthralling stories of skulduggery and intrigue.“I read everything he writes. Every time he writes a book, I read it. Every time he writes an article, I read it…he’s a national treasure.” —Rachel Maddow"Rogues is a wonderful book, not only because Keefe's prose is masterful, but because he has a preternatural gift for reading people."—NPRPatrick Radden Keefe has garnered prizes ranging from the National Magazine Award to the Orwell Prize to the National Book Critics Circle Award for his meticulously-reported, hypnotically-engaging work on the many ways people behave badly. Rogues brings together a dozen of his most celebrated articles from The New Yorker. As Keefe says in his preface “They reflect on some of my abiding preoccupations: crime and corruption, secrets and lies, the permeable membrane separating licit and illicit worlds, the bonds of family, the power of denial.”Keefe brilliantly explores the intricacies of forging $150,000 vintage wines, examines whether a whistleblower who dared to expose money laundering at a Swiss bank is a hero or a fabulist, spends time in Vietnam with Anthony Bourdain, chronicles the quest to bring down a cheerful international black market arms merchant, and profiles a passionate death penalty attorney who represents the “worst of the worst,” among other bravura works of literary journalism.The appearance of his byline in The New Yorker is always an event, and collected here for the first time readers can see his work forms an always enthralling but deeply human portrait of criminals and rascals, as well as those who stand up against them. "A king of contemporary nonfiction." —Entertainment Weekly

"Death was not uncommon on the western frontier....... Many pioneers lost their lives in their trek westward...Among those taking this risk were the Benders. A family of German immigrants who settled on the barren prairie, in the early 1870s. When the brother of Col. Alexander M. York, a Kansas Senator, went missing, the Colonel and his posse set-out to locate him, at all costs. He was not prepared for the EVIL that he found. Cold-blooded murder, fueled by robbery, fame and twisted Spiritualism. Age nor gender mattered. None were spared! The Benders appeared out of nowhere onto the prairie.....until now. For the first time published, FRESH evidence and facts are documented to tell the true story of The Bloody Benders. Cutting through the hype, myths and fabrications... The Benders, their history, and origins are finally revealed. Justice has finally come for the victims of this family's devilish deeds"--

He was a perfect man living a perfect life...which made him a perfect killer. Canadian Air Force Colonel Russell Williams commanded the largest Canadian Forces base in the country. He had personally piloted prime ministers, dignitaries, and members of the British royal family, and was one of the most respected and trusted soldiers in the military.He was also a rapist and a murderer.This is the disturbing true account of how one of Canada's highest- ranking military officers became one of Canada's most notorious criminals, including his ultimate capture, trial and conviction for a twisted spree of sexual deviancy and two brutal rapes and murders.

From the A6 Disappearances to the Zodiac Killer and all points between, here is a definitive A to Z of the serial killer cases that were never solved.

A captivating journey into the heart of some of the world's most baffling disappearances. This book delves into the enigmatic world where people vanish without a trace, leaving behind a web of mystery and unanswered questions. Each case is a puzzle, a challenge to the conventional, and a testament to the unfathomable nature of human existence.This volume explores a variety of disappearances that have baffled experts for decades, if not centuries. The stories span across different eras and continents, encompassing a diverse range of circumstances and theories. Some are shrouded in the mists of history, while others are contemporary enigmas that continue to intrigue investigators and armchair detectives alike.This book is a tribute to the enduring human spirit of curiosity and the relentless quest for answers. This volume is an essential read for mystery enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone fascinated by the unexplained. The journey through these pages is not just about exploring the unknown but also about understanding the limits of human knowledge and the perpetual mystery that surrounds our existence.

Doug,"Limitations, there really are none. Only the ones we put on ourselves."Danny_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________The headlines read, "The Last Good Deed Cost Daniel A. Walker Jr. His Life" and "Murder Victim Was Always Doing Favors."The unresolved twist-of-fate story regarding the October 1, 1974, murder of Danny Walker has haunted his family and friends for nearly fifty years. What happened to the free-spirited, easygoing twenty-one-year-old as he crossed the Mojave Desert that fateful night?Just hours before he was killed, Dan stopped near Cajon Pass to pick up a hitchhiker whose destination was Texas. Dan may have changed his route out of California to accommodate the young traveler. Shielded by Dan's gear in the back of the van, the eighteen-year-old hitchhiker was an ear-and-eye witness to Dan's final moments.Only those closest to Dan knew the basic facts of his murder, which remains a cold case. Those further removed from available information were left to wonder, often forming their own interpretations based on hearsay.Why was Dan in California? Did he know his killers? What did the police do to catch the two assailants? What did they believe was their motive? The identities of Dan's killers may remain a mystery, but what is known lies within.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________¿"We are all very proud of you, my friend. Everyone speaks so highly of you, always and without exception."My Love, Dad

In 1992, a store clerk was found shot to death in broad daylight at the Boot Village in St. Charles, Missouri. Nothing was stolen and there was no sexual assault. This bizarre and seemingly isolated murder was quickly connected with others in Indianapolis, Wichita, Terre Haute, and Raytown. The media dubbed the suspect "The I-70 Serial Killer." He has never been captured, and the story quickly fell out of the media's attention. But the cases never went cold for the officers in those cities.In 2021, with the advancements in DNA, St. Charles Police Captain Raymond Floyd launched a task force, bringing all jurisdictions together along with federal agencies to take one final crack at solving the crimes. The task force selected Bob Cyphers of KMOV-TV to follow them along, city by city, in the hunt for the killer. Cyphers and his KMOV crew produced a seven-part award winning series called "Chasing the I-70 Serial Killer." Their work led to national exposure of the case in People magazine and on the Discovery Channel, winning an Edward R. Murrow Award and being nominated for an Emmy.Dead End: Inside the Hunt for the I-70 Serial Killer follows on the work done by the task force with the important goal of keeping the story alive in the public eye. New evidence, never before available to the public, is revealed here, with the hopes of triggering a memory or revealing a new lead. The task force may be closed, but the drive to find this killer is alive and well.Anyone who may have information about the case should contact the I-70 hotline at 1-800-800-3510.

¿Te has preguntado qué puede llevar a dos personas a unirse y cometer actos criminales? ¿Cuál es el vínculo que comparten cuando deciden ir por un camino de crímen? ¿Qué tan difícil es parar una vez que se encuentran en ese rumbo? Entonces sigue leyendo..."¿Qué harías si sucediera algún milagro y pudiéramos salir de aquí mañana por la mañana y empezar de nuevo limpios? ¿Sin registro y nadie después de nosotros?" - Bonnie Parker Faye DunawayCuando dos personas se encuentran en un vínculo íntimo se espera que construyan una vida juntos, tal vez una familia, un nuevo negocio o quizás nuevas aventuras. Sin embargo, como la mayoría de las cosas en las que intervienen seres humanos, el amor de pareja puede conducir por caminos extremadamente oscuros. Comúnmente, esto suele manifestarse en forma de peleas, maltrato doméstico o cualquier otra de las dificultades que asolan las relaciones, pero también pueden ser una asociación para cometer crímenes en raras ocasiones.En muchos de estos casos, las emociones reprimidas, los impulsos oscuros y las fantasías morbosas y violentas que de otro modo permanecen ocultas pueden salir a la superficie y manifestarse en el mundo real.En este libro, descubrirás: Historias de amor que se transformaron en una llama destructiva.Cómo el romance puede actuar como un catalizador para el crimen.Dinámicas de poder dentro de las parejas criminales.Exploración de los factores psicológicos que pueden llevar a dos personas a cometer crímenes juntos.Juicios mediáticos y condenas de parejas criminales.Y mucho más...Este libro examina diversos casos en los que dos personas han unido sus fuerzas para hacer lo impensable. Estos criminales proceden de entornos muy diversos y, al igual que los relatos de otros delincuentes, sus inquietantes historias permiten comprender las muchas maneras en que las personas pueden adentrarse en este camino negativo. Aunque puede resultar difícil comprender plenamente las mentes desquiciadas de estas personas, sus historias seguramente pondrán los problemas de las relaciones de la gente normal en una perspectiva totalmente nueva.Si eres un apasionado de las historias de crimen real y te intrigan las complejas dinámicas humanas, este libro es para ti. ¡Desplaza hacia arriba y añade al carrito de compra ahora mismo!

Delve into the darkest corridors of criminal investigation, where mysteries linger and justice seems perpetually out of reach. This gripping book explores some of the most perplexing unsolved murders that continue to haunt investigators, families, and communities worldwide. Each chapter is a journey through a labyrinth of clues, dead ends, and haunting questions, painting a vivid picture of cases that have defied explanation.From quiet suburban neighborhoods to bustling city streets, these unsolved murders represent not just unresolved crimes, but stories of human lives, untimely ended and shrouded in enigma. The narratives are meticulously researched, bringing to life the victims, the suspects, and the tireless investigators who have devoted years, sometimes decades, to seeking answers.A profound exploration of the human psyche, the intricacies of crime-solving, and the relentless pursuit of truth in the face of the unknown. It's a book that poses as many questions as the mysteries it explores, leaving readers pondering the unfathomable depths of both human cruelty and resilience. As you turn the pages, you'll find yourself caught in the grip of an unending search for answers, where the only certainty is the haunting echo of cases left cold in the shadows.

Deep within the annals of criminal history, there exist enigmatic cases of unsolved murders that have baffled detectives and enthralled the public for generations. Delve into a captivating exploration into these chilling and unresolved crimes, each story a testament to mysteries that continue to haunt.The narratives reveal a series of victims lost to silence and culprits who seemingly disappeared without a trace. The intricate details of each case are examined, unveiling the sparse clues, the frustrating dead ends, and the enduring theories that circulate among law enforcement and amateur sleuths alike.These tales challenge readers to contemplate the unthinkable, to scrutinize the known facts, and perhaps even to propose solutions that have so far eluded the most skilled investigators.Echoing with the voices of those gone unheard, these stories represent more than historical records; they are a beacon for those fascinated by the enduring enigmas cast in the long shadows of society's past. In a world where some stories lack a definitive conclusion, these unsolved murders remind us of the most captivating tales - those that remain open-ended, inviting endless speculation and intrigue.

Step back in time and journey through the dark corridors of history with this chilling collection of true crime stories that delves into the shadowy world of axe murders that have sent shivers down the spines of generations. From the eerie backstreets of Victorian London to the remote cabins of the American frontier, these tales of treacherous deeds and unbridled violence will captivate and terrify readers in equal measure.Each chapter of this gripping anthology takes you on a gripping journey into the minds of both the perpetrators and the victims, revealing the sinister motivations, twisted psychology, and shocking details behind these heinous crimes. Whether it's the infamous crimes of Lizzie Borden, whose axe-wielding brutality in 1892 still haunts the annals of American history, or the enigmatic killers who left their mark on the pages of the past.Prepare to be transported to a time when the streets ran red with blood, secrets hid behind every creaking door, and justice was often elusive. A must-read for true crime enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone with an appetite for the macabre. Brace yourself for a bone-chilling journey into the annals of history's most gruesome axe murders, where the past echoes with the screams of the innocent and the guilty alike.Featuring:Mary Russell MassacreLizzie BordenMurder of Helen JewettJohn Lynch the Berrima Axe MurdererSmuttynose Island MurdersThe Servant Girl AnnihilatorThe Villisca MurdersAxeman of New OrleansHinterkaifeck MurdersMurder of Peter PorcoPanmunjom Axe MurdersClementine BarnabetBilly the AxemanStephen Richards the Nebraska Fiend

Myth and fabrication have dominated the re-telling of the Bender's story. Now, for the first time-ever, new facts are presented, documented and sourced to tell the true story of The Bloody Benders, as never before told!Many American pioneers lost their lives in their trek westward. Among those taking this risk were the Bender family who settled on the barren Kansas prairie, in the early 1870's. The origins of the reclusive Benders were a complete unknown to their neighbors.During this time, many travelers in the area of southeast Kansas mysteriously vanished. When the brother of Col. Alexander M. York, a Kansas Senator, went missing, the Colonel and his posse set-out to locate him, at all costs.Suspicion soon fell upon the Benders and their meager one-room store and shabby rest stop along the Osage Trail.Senator York was not prepared for the EVIL that he found. Cold-blooded murder, fueled by robbery, the lure of fame and twisted spiritualism. Age nor gender mattered. None were spared!The Bender's history has been hidden for 150 years ....until now!HELL COMES TO PLAY shines new light into the darkness surrounding this historic true crime murder mystery.Justice has finally came for the victims of the Bender's devilish deeds.

A woman is stuck in the middle a painting crime story of the century, and everyone's pointing fingers at her. In 1995, A painting was stolen underneath everyone's faces, and everyone's pointing figures at the wrong person. In this comedic reverse heist story, a group of people who are somehow connected with the real thief are tasked to get it back by a mysterious person.

Poison is a fairly popular method of murder in true crime history because it doesn't require brute force or a weapon of any kind. You can simply slip it in a cake or a drink. Anything you want. A lot of poisoners think they stand a much better chance of getting away with murder but this is a misguided view. It might be more complex to capture a poisoner than a mad axeman but the police tend to catch up with poisoners in the end. In this book we'll take a look at some of the deadliest poisoners in true crime history. What follows is a grisly gallery of heartless rogues who you definitely wouldn't want making the tea.