Josh Ritter is joined by Matt Murphy, former Orange County, California homicide prosecutor and author of The Book of Murder, to break down what to expect ahead of Long Island Serial Killer Rex Heuermann's sentencing, set for Wednesday, June 17.

During his 17-year tenure as a homicide prosecutor, Matt Murphy specialized in high-profile serial killer cases, cold cases, and complex “no-body” murders. Tonight, Josh and Matt discuss what to expect at the Rex Heuermann sentencing, and what justice can still require when a defendant is already expected to spend the rest of his life in prison.

As part of Heuermann’s plea, he agreed to cooperate with the FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Unit as part of an academic and scientific exercise. But can the FBI trust Rex Heuermann? Josh and Matt break down whether investigators can learn from Heuermann, how prosecutors guard against manipulation, and whether this gives him one more chance to control the story in the LISK case.

Plus, viewers will vote in tonight’s Viewers' Choice poll to decide which case Josh covers next:

Larry Millete Trial — Trial is underway for the California father accused of murdering his missing wife, Maya Millete, in a no-body case that prosecutors say centers on the collapse of their marriage.

George Pino Trial — The Florida boating crash trial continues for George Pino, accused in the crash that killed 17-year-old Luciana “Lucy” Fernandez.

Palisades Fire Trial — Jonathan Rinderknecht is on trial in federal court after prosecutors accused him of intentionally starting the fire that later became the deadly Palisades Fire, while the defense argues fireworks may have caused the initial blaze.

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LIVE on Courtroom Confidential: Josh Ritter breaks down the latest hearing in the Tyler Robinson case, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk.

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Robinson’s defense team is asking the judge to hold prosecutors in contempt over public comments made about evidence in the case, including statements related to bullet fragments and the ongoing investigation. Prosecutors argue they were responding to misinformation, while the defense says those comments crossed a line and could impact Robinson’s right to a fair trial.

Josh breaks down what happened in court, why the defense is putting prosecutors under fire, what it means to be held in contempt, and whether prosecutor comments outside the courtroom could create serious consequences in a high-profile death penalty case.

Plus, in tonight’s Leftovers segment, we’ll cover major updates in several cases:

– Adam Montgomery’s second-degree murder conviction in the death of 5-year-old Harmony Montgomery was overturned, with prosecutors planning to pursue a new trial

– New reporting in the Brian and Lynette Hooker case after a recorded call appears to raise questions about Brian Hooker’s account of the night his wife disappeared in the Bahamas

– Last-minute motions in the Lindsay Clancy case ahead of her July murder trial, including evidence prosecutors say shows she intentionally killed her children

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Tonight on Courtroom Confidential, Josh Ritter is joined by Court TV’s Cody Thomas to break down the verdict in the Karmelo Anthony murder trial.

A jury found Karmelo Anthony guilty of murder in the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf at a Frisco, Texas track meet. The defense argued self-defense, but the jury rejected that claim and convicted Anthony.

Cody Thomas was inside the courtroom and brings firsthand reporting from court as Josh and Cody discuss the verdict, the testimony, the defense strategy, the prosecution’s case, and why the self-defense argument failed.

Then, Dr. Patrice Berry from  @DrPatriceBerry joins Josh to discuss the psychology behind the Karmelo Anthony case and the latest developments in the federal case against DeCarlos Brown, who has now been found incompetent at the federal level about a month after being found incompetent at the state level in the murder of Iryna Zarutska.

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Tonight on Courtroom Confidential, Josh Ritter is joined by Court TV’s Cody Thomas for the latest in the ongoing Karmelo Anthony trial.

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2:58 - Karmelo Anthony
35:20 - Goodbye Cody
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With no cameras inside the courtroom, Cody Thomas brings firsthand reporting from court as the defense presents its case in the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf at a Frisco, Texas track meet. The state has rested, and now the key question becomes: is Karmelo Anthony’s self-defense claim working with the jury?

Josh and Cody break down the latest testimony, courtroom developments, the defense strategy, the prosecution’s case, and what jurors are seeing inside the courtroom.

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Palisades Fire Trial Begins — Jonathan Rinderknecht goes on trial in California in connection with the devastating Palisades Fire.

Deadly Birthday Boat Ride Trial — George Pino faces trial in Florida after prosecutors say he killed his daughter’s teenage friend while boating under the influence.

Daisy Link Jail Attack Case — New allegations emerge involving jailed Daisy Link and an accused pediatrician.

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LIVE tonight on Courtroom Confidential: Josh Ritter is joined by Court TV’s Cody Thomas for a Weekly Roundup focused on the Karmelo Anthony murder trial.

0:00 - Intro
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4:15 - Karmelo Anthony
47:38 - Goodbye Cody
51:12 - Brian Hooker
55:43 - Brendan Banfield
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Opening statements began Thursday, June 4, in the trial of Karmelo Anthony, the Texas teen accused in the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf at a Frisco high school track meet. With no cameras inside the courtroom, Cody Thomas brings an inside look at what jurors are seeing and hearing as testimony gets underway — including courtroom evidence, the 911 call, surveillance video, witness testimony, and the arguments from both the prosecution and defense.

Josh and Cody break down the biggest moments from the Karmelo Anthony trial so far, what the jury heard in court, and the key questions surrounding the case: murder or self-defense?

Plus, in tonight’s Leftovers segment, we’ll cover major updates in several cases:
– Rebecca Haro guilty plea and sentencing
– New developments in the Brian and Lynette Hooker case after the search has resumed by the U.S. Coast Guard
– Brendan Banfield sentencing

Join the CC Crew LIVE for legal analysis, courtroom insight, and true crime updates from the week.

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Lynette Hooker search resumes in the Bahamas: What did the GPS data reveal? Criminal defense attorney Joshua Ritter and guest Joel Waldman from  @SurvivingTheSurvivor   break down the latest in the Lynette Hooker investigation, the renewed U.S. Coast Guard search, and the courtroom developments in several major true crime cases LIVE.

0:00 - Intro
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18:39 - Welcome Joel!
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45:35 - Goodbye Joel
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Lynette Hooker Search Resumes: The U.S. Coast Guard has resumed its search in the Bahamas after divers arrived to search the waters connected to Lynette Hooker’s disappearance. What do investigators know, what role could GPS data play, and what are the biggest unanswered questions surrounding Brian Hooker and the timeline of events? Josh and Joel analyze the latest developments and what could come next.

Viewer Poll Topics Tonight:
• Shanna Gardner — A judge agreed to allow the defense to ask Kirsten Bridegan, Jared Bridegan’s widow, more questions after she had already been deposed under oath.
• Tyler Robinson — A judge denied the defense request to close hearings from the public. What does the ruling mean for courtroom transparency and media access?
• Raul Valle — A judge heard arguments over whether the case against Raul Valle should move forward or be dismissed. What are the legal issues at stake, and what could happen next?

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Tonight, we break down what's happening with Karmelo Anthony's trial, the investigation into Lynette Hooker's disappearance and give a quick recap of CrimeCon 2026. 

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Carly Gregg appeal hearing today: Could she get a new trial? Criminal defense attorney Joshua Ritter and  @ProfJoExplains   break down the Carly Gregg appeal, Henry Tenon's ruling, and the latest true crime courtroom developments LIVE.

Carly Gregg Appeal Hearing: Carly Gregg’s appeal was heard today before the Mississippi Supreme Court after she was convicted in the murder of her mother, Ashley Smylie, and sentenced to life in prison. Could the appeal lead to a new trial? Josh and Prof Jo analyze the arguments, the legal issues at stake, and what could happen next.

Henry Tenon / Jared Bridegan Case:  A judge ruled that Tenon’s sworn statement may be used as evidence, while statements made during plea negotiations cannot be used.

Viewer Poll Topics Tonight:
• Andrew James McGann — Latest courtroom developments following his May 26 hearing in the Arkansas Devil’s Den murders of Clinton and Cristen Brink.
• Matthew Farwell — A judge has ruled on whether to grant the former Massachusetts police officer pretrial release. He is charged with the death of pregnant Sandra Birchmore.
• Austin Drummond -- A Tennessee judge denied Austin Drummond’s request to represent himself. Drummond has also filed several motions as prosecutors pursue the death penalty. 

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