Murders

Judge Lifts Gag Order in Bryan Kohberger Case, Unveiling Details of the University of Idaho Murders

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MOSCOW, Idaho — A state district judge lifted the gag order on the case of Bryan Kohberger, who recently entered a guilty plea for the murder of four University of Idaho students in November 2022. The ruling allows greater public access to information surrounding the high-profile case, which had been largely shrouded in secrecy. Judge Steven Hippler announced the decision during a court session, stating that the public’s right to information now takes precedence following Kohberger’s plea. “At this point, I just don’t think that I can justify the continuation of the nondissemination order,” Hippler … Read more

Australian Woman Convicted of ‘Mushroom Murders’ in Gripping Poisoning Case That Captivated a Nation

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Leongatha, Australia — A woman was found guilty Monday of murdering three people, including her in-laws, through a poison-laced meal that included toxic mushrooms, culminating in a high-profile case that captivated the nation and beyond. Erin Patterson, 50, was arrested in November 2023 after four guests at a lunch she hosted fell seriously ill. The gathering, which featured beef Wellington, took place in her home in Leongatha, a small town located about two hours from Melbourne. While one of the guests survived, three others—Patterson’s in-laws, Don and Gail Patterson, and Gail’s sister, Heather Wilkinson—succumbed to … Read more

"Idaho Murders: Kohberger’s Guilty Plea Accepted as Victims’ Families Await Sentencing"

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BOISE, Idaho — Bryan Kohberger, facing multiple charges in connection with the murders of four University of Idaho students, entered a guilty plea during a recent court hearing. The judge accepted his plea, confirming that victims’ families would be permitted to speak during the sentencing phase. This pivotal moment in the ongoing legal saga unfolded in a courtroom where tension was palpable. Kohberger was asked by the judge if he was pleading guilty because he was, in fact, guilty. “Yes,” Kohberger replied, solidifying the gravity of his admission. The event marks a significant development in … Read more

"Trial Unfolds as Flatmate Allegedly Murders Roommate for Money: A Tale of Deception and Betrayal"

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Brisbane, Australia — A trial has revealed disturbing details surrounding the alleged murder of a young woman by her flatmate, who is also accused of stealing nearly half a million dollars from the victim’s family. The prosecution described Yang Zhao, 30, as someone who desired a lavish lifestyle but struggled with significant financial problems. Zhao has pleaded not guilty to charges of murdering Qiong Yan, 29, at their apartment in September 2020. However, he has admitted to interfering with Yan’s corpse, which police discovered hidden in a large toolbox on the balcony approximately ten months … Read more