True Crime

Fatherhood can be the greatest gift of all—but it can just as easily become a curse if you don’t parent responsibly. From driving recklessly with kids in the trunk to using a child as a human shield, Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber looks at six shocking police bodycam incidents where dads learned some tough love from the law.

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Shanna Gardner and her estranged husband, Mario Fernandez-Saldana, are scheduled to go on trial in August 2026 for the conspiracy to murder Shanna's ex-husband, Microsoft executive Jared Bridegan. In the months after Jared's murder, detectives interviewed Shanna's best friend, Kim Jensen, who prosecutors would later say spoke in code with Shanna about killing Jared for years. Law&Crime's Angenette Levy goes through Jensen's interviews with detectives in this episode of Crime Fix — a daily show covering the biggest stories in crime.

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We’re getting a look at more videos from the Epstein Files, including hours of footage from a 2010 deposition for a civil lawsuit filed by an alleged victim. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber analyzes the most telling moments from the hours-long back-and-forth, including Epstein’s refusal to directly answer questions about his co-conspirator Ghislaine Maxwell, his properties, and his alleged sexual crimes.

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Street racing and car meetups can turn into high-speed chaos. These clips capture high-stakes pursuits, reckless driving, and suspects who turn minor encounters into major felonies. From drifting events to epic pursuits reaching speeds over 110 mph, watch how officers handle dangerous situations where suspects refuse to comply. One pursuit involves a souped-up BMW that rams several police cars, while another shows a street racer who admits he ran just because he was “bored.” Watch the action unfold on On Patrol: Live with moments from Hazen, Clayton County, Spotsylvania County, Richland County, and Berkeley County.

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a Colorado mother of three whose death was staged by her own husband, Dan Krug. Initially, the case appeared to be the work of a menacing, long-term stalker from Kristil's past. Dan orchestrated an elaborate deception, sending threatening messages to his wife and family to frame her ex-boyfriend, Anthony Holland.

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Arkansas police pursuits that turn dangerous. These seventeen wild chases begin as routine attempts to stop suspects but quickly spiral into high-speed pursuits, reckless decisions, and intense moments caught on camera across Arkansas, showing just how fast control can be lost.

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Bodycam footage captures 5 teen encounters with police. Watch as the chaos from these events unfolds in this Bodycam Police Encounters Compilation.

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Everyday police calls can explode without warning. These clips capture wild pursuits, tense standoffs, and sudden arrests where chaos takes over in the blink of an eye. Watch the action unfold on On Patrol: Live with moments from Hazen, Richland County, Indian River County, Moore Oklahoma, and Knox County.

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David Allan Ohlson grew up in Pensacola, Florida, with a supportive family, strong friendships, and access to opportunities that gave him a promising start in life, including music, travel, and extracurricular activities. On April 8, 2022, after his parents had separated, his mother, Adrianna, called his father, Aaron, for help, saying David was armed with a shotgun. When Aaron arrived, a shot was fired that killed Adrianna, an incident he reported as accidental, leading to a police response captured on bodycam footage that would later raise serious questions about what really happened. Mr. Black breaks down the full story on this episode of OneCrimeTV.

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Julene Simko called 911 in the early morning of November 18, 2009, claiming her husband, Jeremy Simko, had been shot inside their Vermilion, Ohio home, and that an intruder may have been responsible. But as detectives dug deeper, the story started to unravel: no forced entry, missing/oddly “clean” evidence, and a trail of contradictions that only grew more suspicious as the years passed.

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Ohio dentist Spencer Tepe and his wife, Monique, were shot dead in the early morning hours of December 30, 2025. Their young children, ages 4 and 1, were found unharmed in their home when first responders arrived on scene. Monique’s ex-husband, Michael McKee, was arrested on January 10 for the murders after investigators claim he drove nearly 500 miles from Illinois to kill the couple. The entire case detailed by law enforcement has several twists and turns, making the double murder in Columbus one of the most talked about crimes in Ohio in recent years. Law&Crime’s Chris Stewart is On the Case.

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the deeply unsettling police interrogation of Jessica Bradford, who is under investigation following the discovery of her newborn daughter's death. Throughout the interview, the investigator probes into the circumstances surrounding the birth, questioning why Bradford kept her pregnancy a secret from her partner and family, and why she failed to seek medical or emergency assistance when the infant was in distress.

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By December 1985, John Gotti had assumed his place as the new Don of the Gambino crime family in New York with the assassination of his boss, Paul Castellano. The “Teflon Don” felt secure in his position, always remaining one step ahead of the law. But he was also the ongoing obsession of Bruce Mouw, leader of an elite crew of FBI agents formed to bring down the Gambino family. With the help and genius of his Special Projects Squad, bugs were planted in Gotti’s most private meeting places. After years of setbacks, Mouw had enough evidence to arrest Gotti for murder. When the FBI convinced Gotti’s underboss, Salvatore Gravano, to testify against him, the jury came back with their verdict: guilty on all counts, including the murder of Castellano. Gotti was sentenced to life without parole.

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Today's case brings us to Lubbock Texas. In July of 2012, Dr. Joseph Sonnier, was found shot AND stabbed to death in his home. After investigating further, detectives believed that ANOTHER doctor was behind it... Dr. Thomas Michael Dixon, a plastic surgeon from Amarillo Texas. But of course, the good doctor couldn't get his own hands dirty. His long time friend, David Shephard may have been the one to actually commit the crime.

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The quiet community of Traer, Iowa, was shaken when Ryan Cooper was discovered dead in his home, having suffered two gunshot wounds to the face while resting in his recliner. His wife, Karina Cooper, reported finding him in the early morning hours after being awakened by a loud noise, initially calling Ryan’s brother for help before contacting 911. The investigation by the Tama County Sheriff's Office and the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation spanned nearly three years, delving deep into various pieces of evidence until a suspect was revealed. Find out what happened to Ryan Cooper on this episode of "Prime Crime with Jesse Weber."

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A nurse practitioner made a frantic 911 call just hours after leaving a bar with a coworker. Police responded to an apartment complex where they found Minnesota nurse Alex Pennig suffering from a gunshot wound. As investigators pieced together the events of the night, they began to uncover troubling contradictions in the account provided by Pennig’s coworker, Matthew Ecker. Kristin Thorne takes an in-depth look at the case of Alex Pennig in this episode of Law&Crime Investigates.

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A Vermont substitute teacher was reportedly caught “tweaking” on cocaine inside her classroom after a student raised the alarm. Newly released police bodycam footage and arrest records reveal 42-year-old Melissa Martin struggling with officers as they secure her jacket and backpack, which allegedly contained cocaine, moments before students returned. Martin now faces charges of cocaine possession and reckless endangerment. Law&Crime’s Chris Stewart is On the Case.

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Leslie Wexner, the retail magnate behind Victoria's Secret and Bath & Body Works, faced intense questioning from the US House Oversight Committee about his years-long relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Wexner insists he was "duped by a world-class con man" who stole millions, but a controversial 2008 note and accusations of being a "secondary co-conspirator" suggest a closer connection. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber has some of the biggest moments from Wexner's deposition.

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Twenty-seven-year-old Cristina Prodan seemingly vanished from her Arkansas home after having issues with her boyfriend. A few days later, New Orleans firefighters responded to a fire inside a shipping container in a local junk yard. Inside, they found Prodan's remains. Find out what happened to Cristina Prodan on this episode of Crimetastic.

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Timothy Dale “Tim” Pasa was 50 years old when firefighters responded to a morning house fire in Centerville, Iowa on May 5, 2018, and discovered his body on the bed in the master bedroom. But investigators quickly noticed red flags, including disabled smoke alarms and evidence suggesting the blaze was staged, and an autopsy later indicated Tim had no smoke inhalation, meaning he was already dead before the fire started.

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Fast cars. Faster egos. Zero patience for the speed limit. Join Law&Crime’s Chris Stewart as he breaks down bodycam where officers come face-to-face with reckless teens who treat public roads like a racetrack. From triple-digit speeds to panic-fueled decisions, these chases show what happens when confidence outruns common sense.Whether you’re here for the adrenaline, the commentary, or the cautionary tale—this compilation proves one thing: Need for Speed belongs on a console, not the highway.

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A 12-year-old Florida boy, Cristian Fernandez, stands accused of murdering his 2-year-old half-brother and sexually abusing another sibling. Raised in a life marked by neglect, abuse, and early trauma, including being found naked and wandering as a toddler, Fernandez’s early years were anything but stable. During questioning, he denied intent to kill, citing “flashbacks” of past abuse by his stepfather as a trigger for his violent behavior. His defense argues his youth prevented him from fully understanding his legal rights; a judge later ruled his interrogation statements inadmissible on those grounds. Couch Detectives dives into every piece of the interrogation and records to ask: Was this tragedy preventable? What role did trauma play? And how far can the justice system go when the suspect is a child?

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details the criminal case of Robert Connor, a 56-year-old ex-convict who targeted an elderly couple in their 90s for a home invasion in Ocala, Florida.

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Today's case brings us to Strafford Missouri where we have a truly shocking interrogation video for you. Three people dead, all shot in the head... TWICE, as they sat around the kitchen table. 48-year-old Tonya Huy, 71-year-old Ronald Koehler and 78-year-old Linda Koehler.

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compelling and harrowing exploration of true crime cases centered on broken trust, intense obsession, and domestic tragedy. The program investigates several high-profile criminal cases—including the stories of Virginia Vertitis, Donna Horwit, and the murder of Ryan Poston—to examine the complex dynamics that can drive partners and family members to commit acts of violence.

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An investigation into the death of the patriarch of the Farris family, whose remains were discovered on their property. The case exposes deep-seated familial drama, disputes over money, and an extramarital affair that ultimately became the central focus of a murder trial.

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Florida Man lives up to the legend once again. In this ultimate compilation, nineteen arrests across Florida spiral into chaos as suspects assault officers, flee on foot and in vehicles, and turn routine encounters into wild, unpredictable moments caught on camera.

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Some people do get away with murder, at least for a while. Flush with their success, serial killers murder again and again. But each time they kill, they leave behind a few more clues, which ultimately lead to their undoing.

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Mengqi Ji was 28 years old, a talented engineer and new mother living in Columbia, Missouri. In October 2019, she suddenly vanished, and her husband, Joseph Elledge, went on local TV pleading for help as investigators raced to figure out what happened. But as police dug deeper, they uncovered secret recordings, signs of escalating control and conflict, and a carefully crafted narrative that didn’t match the evidence. Months later, Mengqi’s remains were discovered in Rock Bridge Memorial State Park near the Devil’s Icebox trail system, and forensic links helped tie the case together. The Decoder breaks down the haunting timeline, the turning points investigators couldn’t ignore, and what happened after a jury convicted Joseph Elledge of second-degree murder, all while the custody battle over their daughter, Anna Jean Elledge, unfolded in the background.

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From rat infestations, to dead animals in the freezer, Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber is taking us through five “House of Horrors” cases caught on police bodycam that will leave your stomach turning – with dramatic rescues and arrests made just in time before potentially fatal consequences.

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An examination of the bizarre and tragic 1990 assassination of Marlene Warren, who was fatally shot at her home by an assailant disguised in a full clown costume.

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Buckle up—because Law&Crime’s Chris Stewart is diving into 8 of the wildest, most unbelievable Florida Man arrests ever caught on camera. From dramatic foot chases to ridiculous excuses, these clips show exactly what happens when a Florida Man decides resisting arrest is the move… and spoiler alert: it never ends well. Whether you love crazy police encounters, shocking bodycam videos, or just the legendary chaos of Florida Man stories, this episode delivers nonstop entertainment.

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An examination into the suspicious death of Amanda Perolt, where the conflicting narrative of a police officer husband clashes with forensic evidence and the eventual pursuit of justice by the victim's family.


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the 1994 cold case murder of Robin Lawrence, a gifted artist and mother who was brutally killed in her home in Fairfax County, Virginia. For nearly three decades, the case remained unsolved, leaving her family, including her husband Olly and daughter Nicole, without answers.

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An investigative look into the pursuit of an elusive dark web operator accused of facilitating murder-for-hire schemes, exposing the dangerous intersection of technology and criminal enterprise.

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Drug trafficking has spawned a violent and deadly criminal underground. It’s providing a challenge to forensic investigators devoted to cracking drug rings.

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An investigative look at the series of unsolved disappearances and murders of women along Highway 16 in British Columbia, Canada, highlighting the long-standing efforts to find justice for the victims.

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Wisconsin cops don't mess around when suspects slam the gas and take off instead of pulling over. Officers aim to shut down fleeing drivers, especially when the stakes become even more dangerous. Watch 13 of the wildest high-speed pursuits with Wisconsin police previously featured on On Patrol: Live.

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Investigators rely on ballistics analysis—specifically the discovery of unusual "gas check" metal discs found at crime scenes—to link a series of execution-style killings to the Allen brothers. The case emphasizes the crucial role of firearms identification in placing specific weapons into the hands of suspects.

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From high-speed chases to a dramatic homicide suspect capture, these clips show how fast control can vanish. Watch the action unfold on On Patrol: Live with moments from Toledo, Everett, Richland County, and Berkeley County.

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Investigates the controversial shooting of Will Carter Jr. by his on-again, off-again girlfriend, Victoria Rickman. The case gained national attention due to the unexpected involvement of a reality television crew that was filming the police investigation at the scene.

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compilation explores three intense criminal investigations focused on notorious killing sprees and multiple murders that shook the nation.

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When police in a small Washington State community began looking into the disappearance of a 22-year-old woman, they had no way of knowing it would evolve into a nationwide hunt for a sexual sadist. Police knew the killer’s identity, but he was a master of disguise. The FBI was called on to help. Agents discovered that several unsuspecting women across the northwest had fallen prey to his charms. As the number of abductions escalated, a massive media campaign became the FBI’s best chance of flushing out the serial killer, and putting an end to his violent rampage.

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In the early 1980s, the decapitation of a young African-American male led the Miami-Dade police department and the FBI along a trail of murder. Investigators quickly discovered that the victim was a dissident member of a religious sect headed by a man calling himself Yahweh ben Yahweh, or God, Son of God. Although the FBI believed Yahweh ben Yahweh and his followers were responsible for many murders, they could find no direct evidence linking them to the crimes. Agents knew they had but one recourse: to convince one of the cult leader’s fanatical followers to betray a man he considered a god.

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In February of 1996, New Jersey millionaire Frank Black flew to Florida to close a major business deal before retiring. He never came home. Authorities in New Jersey sensed foul play and brought in the FBI. Agents learned of a mystery woman in Florida who was to meet Black. Phone records showed a flood of calls to Black from his business rival just before the disappearance. The FBI would have to piece together a puzzle of scant physical evidence, wiretaps and innuendo to untangle a web of deceit that led to a vengeance killing.

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Terrorism: Thanks to new technology and, perhaps, the approaching millennium, terrorism is a growing international threat. The Oklahoma City explosion and the bombing of the World Trade Center are just two of the incidents of this growing problem. With the expertise of bomb squads, chemists and tool mark experts, bombs are deactivated and criminals are caught.

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An investigation into the international crime spree of Colton Harris Moore, a teenager who gained notoriety for stealing airplanes, boats, and cars while often remaining barefoot to evade capture.

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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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