Hot Off - True Crime

Hot Off - True Crime

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  • Boy Dies After Father's Attack
    A 9-year-old boy, Bradley Nelson, has died due to complications from an attack by his father, Darren Spreadbury, when Bradley was just 7 months old. The incident, which occurred in April 2016 at their home in Whitby, England, left Bradley brain-damaged, blind, and with severe disabilities. He was diagnosed with cerebral palsy and epilepsy after the attack, which was caused by shaken baby syndrome. Spreadbury was found guilty of grievous bodily harm with intent in 2018 and was sentenced to four years in prison, along with a 10-year restraining order. However, he served only two years of his sentence. Bradley's mother, Sharon Boocock, dedicated much of her life to caring for her son, who was hospitalized multiple times due to his complex medical needs. Bradley was hospitalized again on October 21, 2024, after contracting a virus, and he later suffered a severe epileptic seizure and two heart attacks, leading to his death on October 22, 2024. North Yorkshire Police have reopened the case to determine if further charges should be filed. A GoFundMe page was set up to raise funds for Bradley's funeral and has garnered over £8,000 to date.

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    17 min
  • 30-Year-Old Abduction Case Solved
    A 6-year-old girl was brazenly abducted from a Little League game, an incident that occurred over 30 years ago. The family of the victim had to wait three decades for the suspect's arrest. The case highlights the long and often arduous process of resolving cold cases, where advances in technology and new leads can eventually lead to justice. The abduction was particularly shocking due to its public nature, occurring during a family event like a Little League game.

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    5 min
  • Nanny and Husband Charged in Double Murder

    Brazilian nanny Juliana Peres Magalhães and her lover, Brendan Banfield, the husband of the victim Christine Banfield, have been charged in a double murder case described by police as 'an appalling scene.' The incident occurred on February 24, 2023, at the Banfield family's home in Herndon, Virginia. Christine Banfield, 37, was found naked except for her socks, bleeding from fatal stab wounds to the neck, and later died at a hospital. Nearby, Joe Ryan, 39, who had arrived for a prearranged sex date with Christine, was found dead with gunshot wounds to the head and chest.


    According to police and court documents, Peres Magalhães confessed to killing Ryan after a chaotic assault on Christine. Peres Magalhães claimed she saw Ryan entering the house and called Brendan, who returned home. Upon entering the bedroom, they found Ryan standing over Christine with a knife. However, police investigations suggest that Brendan and Peres Magalhães had premeditated the attack. Brendan allegedly shot Ryan and then stabbed Christine. Peres Magalhães then shot Ryan again after seeing him move on the floor.


    The couple's relationship, which included an affair between Brendan and the nanny, was under strain in the months following Peres Magalhães's arrest. Recorded jail calls and conversations revealed tensions and fears of betrayal between the two suspects.


    The case is marked by its gruesome nature and the complexities of the relationship between the perpetrators and the victims.

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    20 min
  • Delaware School Workers Abuse Students
    Three school workers at an elementary school in the Smyrna School District in Delaware have been arrested and charged with abusing students with special needs. Makayla Lomax, 31, Marrisa Johnson, 26, and Morgan Donahue, 21, are accused of various forms of abuse. According to the investigation, which began in February, the employees allegedly threw objects at the students, yelled at them, and called them names. Specifically, Johnson and Donahue are accused of feeding a student with a digestive disability Takis with hot sauce in late 2022, despite knowing about the child's condition. Lomax also faces charges of third-degree child abuse and offensive touching for allegedly hitting a student in the face and spraying the victim with a water bottle as a form of discipline. The Smyrna Police Department has charged all three with endangering the welfare of a child. The school district has stated that the relevant employees have not been in contact with students since the allegations came to light and that most of the individuals involved no longer work for the district. The district is cooperating with law enforcement and will report the incidents to the Department of Education's Division of Licensure and Certification.

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    6 min
  • N.J. Driver Faces Murder Charges After Hit-and-Run
    Breanna Rowley, a 22-year-old driver from Vineland, New Jersey, is facing murder charges after allegedly striking and killing Caroline Bump, a 21-year-old woman she knew. The incident occurred on October 21, when Rowley hit Bump with her 2003 Infinity at a high rate of speed while Bump was standing in the road in Millville. Surveillance video showed the incident happened at 11:11 p.m. After hitting Bump, Rowley fled the scene, leaving the victim severely injured and deceased without providing any aid or calling for assistance. Bump's body was discovered by a passing motorist at 1:39 a.m. on October 22. Rowley allegedly took steps to conceal the damage to her car and her involvement in the incident. She was initially charged on October 25 with obstruction, hindering apprehension, and tampering with evidence in Salem County. Additional charges, including murder, were filed on November 7. Rowley is currently being held in the Salem County Jail pending a detention hearing.

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    17 min
  • Illinois Judge Fatally Shot, Wife Charged
    Illinois Second Judicial Circuit Court Judge Michael J. Valentine was found fatally shot outside his home in Albion, Illinois, on the afternoon of Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Following an investigation, his wife, Megan S. Valentine, 44, was arrested and charged with multiple criminal offenses, including first-degree murder, aggravated battery with a firearm, aggravated discharge of a firearm, and aggravated domestic battery. The discovery was made by an Edwards County Sheriff's deputy who responded to the scene around 12:15 p.m. The Illinois State Police presented their case to the Illinois State's Attorney Appellate Prosecutor's Office, leading to the filing of the charges on November 7, 2024. Megan Valentine is currently being held at the White County Jail, and it is unclear if she has entered a plea or retained an attorney. Judge Valentine was remembered as a distinguished jurist known for his pursuit of justice and his compassion, and he is survived by his parents, two children, and other loved ones.

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    12 min
  • Woman Charged with Second-Degree Murder After Roommate's Disappearance

    A woman in Orlando, Florida, has been accused of second-degree murder following the disappearance of her roommate on Christmas Day in 2022. The roommate was reported missing, and subsequent investigations led to the arrest of the woman who had initially reported the disappearance. Despite the passage of two years, the body of the missing roommate has not been found. The woman is alleged to have lied about the circumstances surrounding her roommate's disappearance, which contributed to the charges against her.


    The case involves a significant amount of deception, as the accused had reportedly misled authorities about the events leading up to the roommate's vanishing. The Orlando Police Department has been involved in the investigation, which culminated in the woman's arrest and charges of second-degree murder.


    This incident highlights the complexities and challenges in investigating missing persons cases, especially when those closest to the victim may be involved in their disappearance or death.

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    8 min
  • Husband Charged with Murder of Missing Texas Mom
    In a recent development, a husband has been charged with the murder of his wife, a Texas mother who went missing a month earlier after attending a party. The incident has garnered significant attention due to its disturbing nature and the timeline of events. The wife, whose identity has been reported in various sources, was last seen at a social gathering. Her disappearance triggered an extensive search and investigation by local authorities. The husband, who had initially cooperated with the police, was later identified as a suspect and subsequently charged with her murder. The case involves allegations of foul play and has raised questions about the events surrounding the party and the husband's involvement. As the investigation continues, more details are expected to emerge regarding the circumstances of her disappearance and the evidence leading to the husband's arrest.

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    7 min
  • Tenn. Man Charged in 39-Year-Old Cold Case
    A man in Tennessee has been charged with the murder of a Navy veteran 39 years after the killing. The case, which dates back to 1985, was recently solved through new evidence or investigative efforts. The suspect, whose identity has been revealed, is now facing charges related to the death of the Navy veteran. This resolution comes after nearly four decades of the case remaining unsolved, bringing some closure to the family and loved ones of the victim.

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    5 min

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