True Crime

a 31-year-old father from Jay County, Indiana. The story unravels a disturbing plot orchestrated by his ex-fiancée, Esther Jane 'EJ' Steven, a local high school softball coach and daycare provider. Driven by a desire to keep Shea out of her life and her daughter's life, EJ enlisted the help of two younger associates, Shelby Hasted and Hannah Kapki.

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They know as much about crime as any crime fighter, or any criminal. They’re the crime writers, and through their eyes we see murder most foul. Combining perspectives of law enforcement, felons, and journalism, crime writers provide us with as near a first-person account as possible.

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A good coroner provides what’s necessary to solve a crime. A bad one can spoil an otherwise rock-solid case. Cyril Wecht and Henry Lee, two of the country’s most respected coroners, share their cases and insights into crime solving.

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features three intense true-crime investigations that delve into the dark circumstances surrounding complex murder cases. The episodes explore the relentless pursuit of justice, examining the chilling details, forensic breakthroughs, and emotional impact on the families of the victims left behind in cases of cold-blooded violence and tragic betrayal.

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in 1989, Marine Captain Shirley Russell disappeared from Quantico, Virginia. Captain Russell was a dedicated officer; her friends and colleagues were certain she had not gone AWOL. FBI agents found her husband, a former Marine, was acting strangely, and a blood-like stain on the couple’s floor disappeared before agents could examine it. There was no body, no witness and no weapon. Yet the FBI’s intense investigation revealed a violent past and a step-by-step plan to murder. Agents hoped it would be enough to bring Captain Russell’s killer to justice.

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The Great Outdoors may offer great clues to solving brutal murders. But it takes the keen eye of the forensic entomologist and botanist to decipher the clues nature provides.

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The solution to the most heinous crimes often hinge on the smallest of clues. Investigators must have their eyes trained to find the full story of a murder written in a single scrap of evidence.

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In the early hours of June 5, 2018, a house fire in Kenosha, Wisconsin revealed a horrifying scene: Randall “Randy” Volar III was found dead inside, and investigators quickly determined it wasn’t an accident. The investigation led to Chrystul Kizer, a teenager prosecutors said shot Volar, set the house on fire, and fled in his BMW, igniting a nationwide debate as her defense argued she was being sexually trafficked by Volar and should be protected under Wisconsin’s trafficking-related affirmative defense law.

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Byrd and Melanie Billings were murdered during a brutal home invasion in Pensacola, Florida, on July 9, 2009. The couple had 17 children, including 13 adopted special needs kids. Leonard Patrick Gonzalez Jr. led a group of seven in the robbery and execution-style killings.

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There’s never a good reason for murder, but some killers are particularly brutal—choosing their prey at random or with no apparent motive and then cunningly covering their tracks. Even so, telltale clues remain. It’s up to forensic investigators to follow the trail of scattered clues to capture these deadly killers.

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1990, a body was discovered burning in a Minnesota alley. Weeks later, police finally identified the victim, a suspected drug courier from California. The FBI began working with local police and slowly uncovered a multi-state crime ring run by a deadly drug lord who used violence and intimidation to keep those around him silent. Agents needed to infiltrate and dismantle the crew before more people died.

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In November of 1994, when a Wells Fargo armored van disappeared from a Glendale, Arizona mall, local authorities and the FBI scrambled to recover it, and its cargo of nearly a million dollars. Six hours later, agents found the van, its driver shot dead inside and the money gone. It was a perfect hit by professionals who left no clue behind. Months passed before a solid lead developed. In January, a tip led agents to look into a former prison guard. Surveillance uncovered two other suspects, a bounty hunter and a former Phoenix policeman. The FBI would have its hands full trying to track and build a case against killers whose law enforcement training had made them clever criminals.

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gripping investigative journey into three distinct true-crime cases defined by betrayal, deception, and the pursuit of justice. Each story explores the darker side of human relationships and the devastating consequences when trust is shattered.

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33 year old postal worker Jason Schaefer was delivering mail on his route, when an unidentified person approached him, and opened fire. Several residents ran out of their homes to find Jason Schaefer lying in a pool of blood next to his mail truck... he would not survive. But who could have done this? And why?

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Poison is the subtlest form of death, and investigators must see through unusual circumstances to bring these murders to light.

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In the summer of 1988, a wealthy Jackson, Mississippi woman disappeared from her home in broad daylight. Left behind was a mysterious ransom note listing twelve names and no specific instructions. The note, and a few drops of blood were the only clues to her fate. FBI and local police struggled to find answers in the cryptic message so they could find the kidnapper and retrieve the victim before her time ran out. Solving the crime required the keen insight of a criminal profiler and the perseverance of a family, local authorities, and the FBI.

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Formed in the 1830s to protect settlers against Indian attack, the Rangers became part of the Texas Highway Patrol in 1935. Their role has continued to evolve to keep up with changing times; today it includes sophisticated forensics labs.

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For a price, anything’s possible. Contract killings arose out of the need to establish the perfect alibi. By hiring someone else to do the dirty work, a person can deflect guilt, at least in theory. Forensics is changing that, leading investigators from the killers to their employers.

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A Labor Day weekend turned into a nightmare of murder as a cross-country crime spree terrorized the nation. In a small Ohio community, an elderly woman and a teenage boy disappeared within hours of each other. Police believed the cases were linked, but didn’t know how. They contacted the FBI for help. A trail of stolen vehicles and murder victims across seven states led agents on a hunt for two suspected killers. Their only hope of stopping them was to anticipate the killers’ next move.

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A day that began with a class field trip ended with a parent’s worst nightmare. An 11-year-old girl was missing. Her parents were certain she was no runaway. When they failed to find her in their quiet Illinois neighborhood, they called the police. The FBI soon joined the investigation and family and friends worked with detectives and agents in an urgent search for the missing girl. Faced with conflicting witness reports and false leads, agents wouldn’t stop until they found the girl, and the truth.

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For serial killers, once is never enough. For investigators, the challenge is steep when the killers murder by numbers.

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On August 20, 1980, an unseen sniper murdered two young black men as they jogged with two white women in Salt Lake City, Utah. Police threw all their resources into finding a killer who left almost no clues behind. They met with FBI agents and detectives from around the country who had similar racially motivated sniper slayings. A month later, working off little more than a possible license plate number, police in Kentucky arrested Joseph Paul Franklin but the man escaped from custody. The FBI placed Franklin on their Ten Most Wanted list, and an intense manhunt began. The white supremacist killer, responsible for as many as 20 murders, was arrested two months later by FBI agents in Tampa, Florida.

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features veteran correspondent Erin Moriarty as she dives deep into three complex true crime cases that challenge the initial findings of law enforcement. Each segment examines the fine line between suicide and homicide, highlighting how investigators and families fight for truth when the evidence

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nvestigates a high-stakes conflict between two wealthy entrepreneurs in Napa Valley whose dream of owning a successful winery spiraled into financial swindling and a shocking act of violence.

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The Millionaire, the Model & the Hit Man: A gripping exploration of a murder-for-hire plot involving a successful entrepreneur and his wife, illustrating how power and jealousy can escalate into a deadly conspiracy.

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Hunter’s Target: At first it seemed like a tragic hunting accident when 18-year-old David Wilkey was shot to death in rural Virginia in 1983. A tenacious insurance investigator suspected foul play, but he had no direct evidence. Two years later, a man contacted North Carolina FBI agents with a complex story of conspiracy and murder-for-hire: he claimed he had been hired to murder Wilkey’s killer. The FBI needed to develop cooperating witnesses and wire informants to stop a man willing to kill his friends for profit.

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Some people murder for love. But these killers did it for the money. When greed is the motive, investigators must make every clue pay off.

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In 1987, a successful television producer was gunned down in his New York office. It looked like a professional hit. With no leads, the investigation stalled. Four years later and a continent away, a man told Los Angeles police he had been hired to murder two exotic dancers. Investigators linked the two crimes and uncovered a businessman willing to kill to protect his interests. The FBI would create an elaborate sting operation to try and stop the murderous actions of an entertainment industry giant.

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Toxicology: While drugs can cure disease and ease pain, they can also be agents of murder. Toxicologists can examine blood and tissue to uncover cases where death is not as natural as it may seem--from slow arsenic poisoning to quick cocaine overdoses.

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In the mid-1990’s, a gang of professional bank robbers raided cities across seven states. Disguises and speed protected their identity from cameras and the police as they stole hundreds of thousands of dollars, always leaving a bomb to terrorize their victims. The stakes were raised when the FBI discovered the robbers had an agenda beyond their personal wealth. To stop these extremists and their growing operation, the FBI needed to capture their leaders.

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the 2013 death of Melissa Rocuba, who was fatally shot in her home by her husband, Bruno Rocuba. For nearly a decade, the case remained unsolved after Bruno claimed the shooting was a tragic accident involving a firearm.

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When lovers turn on each other, or marriages fail, some ruthless spouses find a grisly way to gain an uncontested divorce – with no paperwork. When murder tears lovers apart, forensic science must put piece together the mystery to catch the killer.

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Every family has its secrets, and sometimes blood relations lead to bloodshed. When murder becomes a family affair, investigators must turn to forensics to uncover family plots

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the harrowing reality of stalking, exploring how obsession can escalate into devastating tragedy. The documentary provides an in-depth look at several high-profile and deeply personal cases, including the murders of Penny Chang, Jackie Vandagriff, and Dr. Amie Harwick.

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In 1994, a teenage immigrant came to the United States to realize her dream of becoming a doctor. But a tragic twist of fate intervened, when she found herself an innocent victim of the drug trade. Kidnapped and held captive, she survived for days against all odds. Authorities arrested her captors, but they refused to reveal her whereabouts. The FBI and local police raced against time, determined to save the teenager’s life. Their investigation revealed a complex story of drugs, betrayal and revenge.

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These cases took a decade or more to solve. There’s no statute of limitations on murder. As a case turns cold, the clues become scarce, investigators must rely on science to close cold cases.

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the 1988 murder of Deborah Atrops, a 30-year-old mother found strangled in the trunk of her car in Oregon. For nearly 35 years, the case remained a cold mystery, deeply impacting her young daughter, Rihanna Stevens, who was only eight months old at the time of her mother's death.

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the 1996 disappearance of Anne Marie Fahey, the appointments secretary to the Governor of Delaware. The case quickly shifts from a missing person inquiry to a high-stakes murder investigation when evidence points toward her former lover, Thomas Capano, a wealthy and politically connected attorney.

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What does it take to prove murder if the victim cannot be found? Investigators must go to extreme lengths to catch the killer when the victim is presumed dead.

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look into three chilling true crime cases centered on calculated murders within personal relationships. Through original reporting and thorough investigation, the program examines the motives and methods behind these crimes—often involving the use of toxic substances like eye drops, arsenic, and cyanide to commit seemingly untraceable acts of betrayal.

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In the late 80’s, Florida’s cocaine imports were among the highest in the nation. Regional territories were enforced with intimidation and murder. Desperate to stop the violence, local authorities turned to the FBI for help. One dealer bowed to no one. He would stop at nothing to keep detectives and agents from building a case against him. When his organization began targeting the government itself, a city went on high alert. Bringing him down would take the combined efforts of the police, the DEA, and the FBI.

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An in-depth look at the brutal double homicide of Chip Northup and Claudia Maupin. The investigation follows the shocking discovery that the perpetrator was a 15-year-old boy, Daniel Marsh, and documents the long legal battle that ensued as he attempted to secure a lighter sentence.


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a young Oklahoma mother who vanished in 2023. The story highlights the dedication of Lieutenant Dakota Black, a skilled tracker and detective with the Pottawatomie County Sheriff’s Office, who refused to stop until the truth was uncovered.

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The identification Division of the FBI relies on fingerprints as one of the most effective ways to identify criminals. Fingerprints, along with palmprints and footprints are an indisputable, time-tested method to establish someone's ID beyond a shadow of a doubt. Computerization has all but eliminated the old inkpad, and print identification that used to take months now takes minutes.

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a young mother whose death was initially misidentified as a drug overdose. The documentary follows her family's relentless pursuit of justice, detailing how they leveraged social media platforms like TikTok to keep her story in the public eye and pressure authorities when the investigation stalled.

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The small, tight-knit town of Bardstown, Kentucky, was forever changed on a summer night in 2015 when Crystal Rogers, a devoted mother of five, vanished without a trace. Her car was discovered abandoned along the Bluegrass Parkway with a flat tire, her keys, phone, and purse still inside, but Crystal was nowhere to be found. The mystery deepened just one year later when her father, Tommy Ballard, was shot and killed while preparing for a hunting trip, leaving a grieving family to wonder if their search for the truth had turned deadly. Find out how a missing person's case transformed into a sprawling web of secrets and betrayal on this episode of "Prime Crime with Jesse Weber."

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Black Boxes: Little evidence is left after an airplane takes a deadly plunge from the sky. Investigators' best hope for an answer comes from the flight data recorder known as a "black box." Virtually indestructible, the black box could be the only witness to the final horrifying moments of a doomed flight.

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Some traffic stops start routine… and then explode into chaos. From tasers and fights to a woman ripping her own arm from handcuffs, Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber shows you the wildest stops that leave you asking, “What were they thinking?”

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a 16-year-old lifeguard who vanished from Cumins Pond in Warren, Massachusetts, on June 27, 2000. Despite an extensive search that eventually led to the discovery of her remains years later, her murder remains unsolved more than two decades later.

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Eighty-year-old Edna Suttles was a beloved resident of Travelers Rest, South Carolina, known for her active life and strong community ties before she mysteriously disappeared on August 27, 2021. After surveillance video showed Suttles with handyman Daniel Glen Printz, investigators began piecing together a chilling timeline that would reveal far more than a typical missing person case.

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U.S. and Canadian officials announced the capture of former Olympian turned FBI fugitive Ryan Wedding on Friday. Wedding, who had been among the FBI's most wanted fugitives, faces charges connected to international drug trafficking and the killing of a federal witness. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber has the latest.

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Ben Renick was a well-known Missouri reptile breeder who built Renick Reptiles into a booming business on his family farm near New Florence. On June 8, 2017, a frantic call reported a terrifying scene inside the reptile facility, one that initially sounded like a tragic snake accident, until investigators realized something far darker had happened: Ben had been shot multiple times.

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Twenty-five-year-old mother of three, Megan Bodiford, was shot and killed by her boyfriend Jarrett Davis after an argument outside their home. He then set her car on fire with her inside. For the first time, newly obtained interrogation footage shows what Davis tried to tell police -- as investigators confront him with GPS data, phone records, and the chilling final text message Megan sent warning he might kill her. Davis later pleaded guilty to murder. Law & Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down the full interrogation.

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Elisa Thompson was a 26-year-old mother of two who went missing in Tallahassee in late November 2018 after leaving her job for lunch and never returning to pick up her children. Witnesses saw her get into a vehicle with 31-year-old Reginald Gibson, who then abducted her; her body was later found inside her own car in a parking lot, and Gibson was ultimately convicted of her kidnapping and murder.

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a compilation of five police interrogation interviews conducted between 2005 and 2006 regarding Jeffrey Epstein. The footage features candid accounts from young women who visited his residence in Florida under the guise of providing massage services.

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the police interrogation of Joshua Walker, a suspect linked to a double shooting that occurred on December 26, 2021, in Leik, Texas. The incident resulted in the death of Alberto Garza Sr. and left Timothy Lovado with serious gunshot wounds

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complex criminal cases, showcasing the network's legacy of reporting on true crime, justice, and the human experience. Through thorough investigative journalism, the episodes explore the  cases.

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A look into a fatal business dispute in Napa Valley between two millionaires, Robert Dahl and Immad Tofilis. What began as an ambitious partnership in the wine industry devolved into a bitter conflict over missing investments and a large sum of cash, culminating in a shocking act of violence


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the best clues come from the least likely places. Baffling crimes have been solved and criminals betrayed through evidence provided by insects, beer bottles, and other seemingly meaningless objects.

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A 1981 armored car robbery near New York City left one guard dead and another critically wounded. Police stopped suspects nearby and another shoot-out ensued, claiming the lives of two officers. Local police and the FBI suspected a large group of domestic terrorists with a history of violent crime. They would try to ferret out these heavily armed criminals who moved in a shadowy underworld and were not afraid to kill authorities.

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A Maryland mother’s co-workers became concerned when she didn’t show up for work on May 2, 2001. Police searched Leslie Preer’s home, which had traces of blood everywhere, and found her dead in the shower of her upstairs bathroom. Detectives investigated her family, friends and anyone else who was in regular contact with Leslie and found no clear suspect. Two decades later, investigators reopened the case and used advances in genetic genealogy to identify a suspect in a familial DNA database. Find out what happened to Leslie Preer on this episode of “Prime Crime with Jesse Weber.”

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a 14-year-old girl ran away from her mother’s home and disappeared without a trace. Her mother hoped Pasadena, Texas police could find her before it was too late. Six months later, their worst fear was realized when a farmer discovered the young girl’s remains in an Illinois barn. The FBI was called in to help. Agents tracked down a trucker who they believed was responsible for 50 more deaths. Investigators knew they had to stop this menace of the highways.

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complex criminal investigations. Through the eyes of terrified witnesses and those directly impacted, the program explores harrowing accounts of violent abductions, cold-case murders, and the pursuit of justice over decades.

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the full police interrogation of Susan Lorincz, who was investigated following the shooting death of her neighbor, Ajike "A.J." Owens, in Ocala, Florida.

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A 13-year-old Florida girl seemingly vanished early in the morning on a school day. The boyfriend of Madeline Soto’s mother said he dropped her off near her school, not at the front door, because she was embarrassed by him. Maddie’s mother, Jennifer Soto, went to pick her up from school, and she was nowhere to be found. Her disappearance sparked an all-out search while investigators collected evidence from that morning. Find out what happened to Maddie Soto on this episode of “Prime Crime with Jesse Weber.”

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Investigates a horrific crime where a husband discovers his wife and two young sons murdered in their home, only for police to uncover a web of lies and a secret, illicit affair that fundamentally shifted the focus of the investigation.

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From a beatdown over a slice of cheese to a gun at the drive-thru window, fast food restaurants sometimes serve up more than burgers and fries. We tracked down police bodycam videos that show the responses to some seriously unhappy meals. Law&Crime’s Sam Goldberg takes a closer look at what happens when "having it your way" goes wrong.

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In New Mexico, routine police calls can turn unpredictable in seconds. What starts as a standard traffic stop or welfare check can quickly spiral into high-speed pursuits across desert highways, tense armed standoffs in quiet neighborhoods, or chaotic roadside encounters where officers have to make split-second decisions under intense pressure.

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in 1984, south Miami became the home for a sadistic serial killer. Posing as a fashion photographer, Christopher Wilder lured young women from shopping malls with promises of fame and fortune. Most ended up dead. As the FBI closed in around him, Wilder took off on a cross-country murderous rampage. The FBI added Wilder to their Most Wanted Fugitives program. The chase was on, and Wilder ultimately lost. What stopped the serial killer was not brilliant or sophisticated police work, but national publicity that the FBI created.

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Arkansas police don’t play games when drivers choose to hit the gas instead of the brakes. Troopers, officers, and deputies move fast to protect the public from out-of-control suspects and use any means necessary to stop a pursuit. These pursuits show exactly why the phrase “You can’t outrun Arkansas police” has earned its reputation. Watch 15 of the wildest police pursuits with Arkansas police previously seen on On Patrol: Live.

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From a naked man stealing an ambulance with a patient inside, to a fight at a dentist's office over paperwork, and a woman who begged to be arrested, law enforcement never knows what they might encounter on a call. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber breaks down five incidents that ended with suspects in cuffs.

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A decade long investigation of the contract killing of a married couple in Biloxi Mississippi, who happens to be a circuit court judge and a mayoral candidate, turns to a local criminal organization known as the Dixie Mafia. But as many of the culprits are convicted and jailed on other charges the murders remain unsolved and the mastermind, Peter Halat, is elected mayor. The threat of additional charges against one of the convicts pressures him to disclose the truth about the murders implicating Halat and his hitman.

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Covering actual FBI cases, including homicide, kidnapping, heists, and organised crime, with dramatic reenactments and interviews with agents and forensic scientists who worked in the investigations.

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The Unabomber - He was a recluse who spread terror through the mail for 18 years. Two men died and more than a dozen were injured, but Ted Kaczynski wasn’t known as the Unabomber until his brother tipped off the FBI. Kaczynski’s “Unabomber Manifesto,” published in major newspapers, set off a flurry of activity for the FBI: writing analysis and comparisons, DNA gleaned from a single postage stamp and finally, Kaczynski’s arrest at his tiny cabin. The agents collected enough evidence, including the “Manifesto” itself, to convict Kaczynski. He is serving four life sentences plus 30 years with no chance of parole.

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Rachelle Brewsaugh was 50 years old and starting a fresh chapter in Hamilton, Ohio, renovating a home on Parrish Avenue. But on October 11, 2022, she was found stabbed 55 times, and her longtime boyfriend Toby L. Madden was the one who called 911 in a panic. Madden claimed strangers had been in the house and tried to point blame elsewhere, but detectives say the physical evidence told a different story, including signs the knife had been cleaned and blood had been washed away. As the case moved to trial in Butler County, prosecutors highlighted Madden’s erratic behavior and the moment he made a damaging statement in court in front of family, including their daughter McKayla Madden. The jury ultimately found Madden guilty of murder and felonious assault, and he was sentenced to a term that makes him eligible for parole after 25 years.

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features a gripping series of investigations into tragic disappearances and homicides, tied together by themes of dark intuition and the relentless quest for justice.

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Ever wonder what happens when shoplifters get caught red-handed? In this video, we break down four shocking moments at Walmart where thieves were caught in the act — from employees to outrageous customers. Watch the craziest Walmart shoplifters caught on bodycam!

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These people went from 0 to 100 in seconds. What starts as a calm conversation quickly turns into yelling, finger-pointing, and full-blown public meltdowns. Law&Crime’s Sam Goldberg goes over real-life freakouts where self-control disappears instantly — caught on camera for everyone to see.

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the chilling and calculated murder of Kenneth Fandrich, a contract pipe fitter at an Intel facility in Hillsboro, Oregon. When Kenny is found deceased in his car within the company's parking garage, police are initially baffled by the lack of traditional violent evidence.

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the tragic case of Connor Hilton, a 17-year-old in Friendswood, Texas, who shot two of his teenage friends, Ethan Riley and Benjamin Bleke, in his home on December 23, 2023.

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After graduating high school, a group of friends from Muskingum county Ohio planned a senior trip to Myrtle Beach... The group consisted of 18-year-old Blake Linkous, who is the subject of this video, his former girlfriend Natalie Martin and a few others. Blake and Natalie had broken up several weeks prior to the trip, but still ended up going together... After the group attended an event at the house of blues on the evening of June 6, 2023... Natalie martin, Blake Linkous and one other person of the group returned to the hotel. Friends in the group recall Blake stating that he didn't want to live without Natalie, and he had attempted to take his own life...

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documents the bizarre and elaborate case of Ryan Borgwardt, a 44-year-old father who attempted to stage his own death at Green Lake, Wisconsin, to abandon his life and family for a fresh start.

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An exploration into the conviction of a former sports champion accused of a 1998 murder in Miami, a case deeply tied to the sale of the iconic Pikes Hotel in Ibiza.

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true-crime cases that spanned decades before reaching resolution. The program highlights the complexities of the justice system, focusing on wrongful convictions, the impact of false confessions, and the persistent efforts required to uncover the truth in cold cases.

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Eighteen-year-old Natalie Martin of Roseville, Ohio, traveled to the Myrtle Beach area in June 2023 with friends to celebrate high school graduation. But after a night out, Martin was found dead at a rental on Maison Drive, and investigators determined she had been manually strangled.

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1984, Alton Coleman and his common law wife, Denise Brown, engaged in a gruesome crime spree that spanned six states and left eight people dead including children. The FBI coordinated law enforcement efforts throughout the entire country in order to track the couple. Their expertise in conducting manhunts for the nation's most horrible killers paid off. The couple was located and apprehended as they prepared to kill again.

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From thrown drinks to shouting matches in the parking lot, there’s no telling what will happen when girlfriends "go wild." Law&Crime’s Sam Goldberg takes a closer look at six meltdowns caught on police bodycam — where the girlfriends are the ones losing their cool.

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investigates the heartbreaking and complex case of Ben Elliot, a teenager who fatally stabbed his twin sister, Megan, in 2021. While Ben admitted to the act, he maintained that he had been sleepwalking and was not in a conscious state, leading to a controversial trial that centered on the rare and difficult-to-prove legal defense of parasomnia.

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'The World Trade Center Bombing' - On February 26, 1993, an explosion rocked the World Trade Centre parking garage. Six people died and more than a thousand were injured in the blast which tore a 5-story crater in the building.

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high school student from Wahoo, Nebraska, whose 1969 death deeply scarred her small community. The documentary chronicles the decades-long struggle to bring her killer to justice, highlighting how the initial investigation was hampered by limited resources, lack of modern forensic technology, and scattered evidence across multiple law enforcement agencies.

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Police pursuits can turn dangerous in an instant. These seven wild chases start as routine encounters but quickly spiral into high-speed pursuits, reckless escapes, and tense moments that put officers and suspects to the test, all captured on camera from start to finish. Watch the action unfold on On Patrol: Live with moments from Centerville, Arkansas State Police, Grant County, Detroit, Toledo, Knox County, Richland County, Berkeley County, and Sheridan.

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Bodycam footage shows a series of shoplifting incidents unfolding inside Walmart stores as suspects make questionable decisions that quickly land them in police custody. From poorly planned thefts to suspects refusing to cooperate, officers respond to multiple calls where routine shoplifting turns into tense confrontations, excuses that fall apart, and arrests caught on camera.

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overs the targeted murder of Patrick de la Cerda and the calculated obsession of Gregory Bender. The story explores the harrowing lead-up to an ambush-style killing and the pursuit of justice for a life cut short due to jealousy and control.

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Self-checkout was supposed to make shopping faster… but for these skip-scan shoplifters, it made getting caught even easier. Law&Crime’s Sam Goldberg dives into bodycam where officers respond to retail theft calls involving suspects who thought they could outsmart self-checkout systems by skipping scans, hiding items, or playing dumb at the register. What follows are tense confrontations, awkward excuses, and bodycam footage that proves the cameras—and the receipts—don’t lie.

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Wild pursuits, drug busts, and dangerous arrests. From a wrong-way driver to a motorcycle chase ending in a swamp, chaos erupts fast. Watch the action unfold on On Patrol: Live with moments from Knox County, Richland County, Berkeley County, Clayton County, and Daytona Beach.

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An examination of the volatile relationship between Tracy Gryom and her ex-husband Hunter Gryom. The episode explores the events surrounding Hunter's fatal shooting, weighing Tracy's claims of self-defense against allegations of cold-blooded murder.


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"Post Mortem" as they discuss the murder of a 19-year-old whose partial remains were discovered on a remote beach and scattered throughout Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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justice cases that touch on all areas of the human experience including greed and passion.discuss the murder of Mindi Kassotis on "Post Mortem." Kassotis' dismembered remains were discovered in the woods in 2022, but her husband, Nick Kassotis, told family and friends that Mindi had died in a hospital.

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in the early 1990’s drug gangs terrorized Harlem, New York neighborhoods. When a 10-year-old boy fell victim in the crossfire, NYPD detectives and FBI agents clamped down on the problem. They formed a task force called C-11, designed to dismantle the gangs. In an environment of violence and fear it would be difficult to identify, arrest and convict those involved in the secretive and deadly world of big money drugs.

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