A busted door frame, a stolen gun, and gun shot residue. 

In June of 2023 police were called to the 500 block of Clubb Road in Kernersville, North Carolina for a report of a break-in and shooting. 

When officers arrived, they found 65-year-old Debbie Fink murdered in her own home. 

Her 25-year-old son, Donald Fink, told police someone had broken in and shot his mother, but there was far more to the story. 

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North Carolina man facing prison for killing his mother

https://myfox8.com/news/north-carolina/piedmont-triad/kernersville-man-sentenced-for-2023-murder-of-mother/

Kernersville man sentenced to more than 35 years in prison for killing mother | wfmynews2.com

https://people.com/son-said-mom-killed-by-intruder-then-told-authorities-truth-11828909

Son shoots mom dead during staged break-in: NC officials | Raleigh News & Observer

Man sentenced for fatally shooting his mother while she was recovering from surgery

Son Said Mom Was Killed By Home Intruder. Then He Told Authorities The Truth

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A summer afternoon, an ad in the paper, and a crawlspace.

On June 30th, 1994, six-year-old Crystal Tymich was playing with her three older brothers in her neighborhood in Hyde Park, California.

As the children made their way back home, Crystal vanished without a trace.

After more than 30 years the mystery remains. Where is Crystal Ann Tymich?

If you have any information about the disappearance of Crystal Ann Tymich, please contact your local FBI office.

Sources:

https://www.facebook.com/share/1ZKEmDhawP/?mibextid=wwXIfr

https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2005-aug-19-me-crystal19-story.html?fbclid=IwRlRTSANJdE1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHsr-cWXh5ZFVgAE0brR4isiTwQKO1B6k57Lgr4k3fAH7S2hf2xOB2pzdY3S6_aem_ivFzxnWFAXWnbuBnb0P6-A

CRYSTAL ANN TYMICH — FBI

Missing: Crystal Tymich | Los Angeles, CA | Uncovered

1073DFCA - Crystal Ann Tymich

Citywide Search Continues for 6-Year-Old Girl - Los Angeles Times

Article clipped from The Los Angeles Times - Newspapers.com™

Article clipped from Corvallis Gazette-Times - Newspapers.com™

Rescue Of Kidnapped Women Renews Hope For Local Family Of Girl Missing Since 1994 - CBS Los Angeles

A stolen truck, a welfare check, and a pawn shop. 

In the fall of 2022, family and friends called the Phoenix Police concerned about the welfare of 79-year-old veteran, Kenneth Peterson.  

After a month, police finally made entry into the home and made a grisly discovery.  

Kenneth had been murdered and his truck and two roommates, 54-year-old Ramona Gonzalez and 58-year-old Thomas Wallace were nowhere to be found. 

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Kenneth Peterson Obituary (1942 - 2022) - Phoenix, VA - MilitaryTimes.com

News Flash • Murdered Sentenced to Natural Life in Prison

Man who murdered elderly man with chainsaw in Phoenix sentenced to prison

Man who dismembered elderly victim gets life sentence

Killer sentenced after dismembered remains of elderly man found in Phoenix | 12news.com

Suspect detained by Phoenix police in death investigation | 12news.com

Thomas Wallace Allegedly Dismembered Elderly Roommate With Chainsaw

Phoenix man convicted of killing his roommate after representing himself

Phoenix police arrest two in dismemberment death of veteran | Court TV

Man accused of killing, dismembering roommate with chainsaw

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The Assassination of Charlie Kirk, Minnesota State Representative Melissa Hortman and the stabbing of Iryna Zaretska.

In light of recent events, I'm coming to you not with a case but a message from the heart.

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An “X” on the calendar, a burning pink candle, and $300 in cash.

On May 19th, 2017, 15-year-old Sophie Reeder left her home in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She was never seen again.

Initially Fort Lauderdale Police thought Sophie was just another teenage runaway.

But cell phone records tracked Sophie to the home of 37-year-old Leonard “Jay” Jennings. Jennings and his family denied ever knowing Sophie. But that was a lie.

Where is Sophie Reeder?

Sophie was approximately 5’1” and 100 lbs. at the time of her disappearance, with brown curly hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a brown leopard print coat, a black dress, red Converse sneakers, and white headphones.

The Fort Lauderdale Police Department is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for credible information that leads to the recovery of Sophie Reeder.

Anyone with information about Sophie’s disappearance is asked to call the Fort Lauderdale Police Department at 954-828-6677.  

Resources: Human Trafficking: Home | National Human Trafficking Hotline

Expose’ on Only Fans: https://www.reuters.com/investigates/special-report/onlyfans-sex-trafficking/

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Sophie Reeder, missing since May 19, 2017, in Fort Lauderdale | Dateline

Dateline: Missing in America: Sophie Reeder 2017 Disappearance

Have you seen this child? Sophie Elizabeth Reeder

Innocence Sold: The disappearance of Sophie Reeder

Still no sign of missing teen trafficking victim Sophie Reeder

Missing Fort Lauderdale teen featured on new John Walsh investigation series – Sun Sentinel

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Two pleas, two verdicts, and a work release program.

On February 18th, 1988, a welfare check led to the discovery of four bodies inside the Brom Home in Rochester, Minnesota. Bernard and Paulette Brom along with two of their four children, 13-year-old Diane and 11-year-old Ricky, had been murdered with an axe.

Their 16-year-old son, David Brom, was charged in their murders.

After a two-phase trial, the jury rendered it's verdict.

Thirty-five years later, the Brom case is back in the headlines.

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33 years later, this teenager’s crime still shocks Rochester

David Brom, convicted of killing 4 family members with an axe as a teen, released from prison - CBS Minnesota

DIGGING DEEPER: The state law change making David Brom’s early release possible

Psychiatrist says illness involved in Brom killing - Post Bulletin | Rochester Minnesota news, weather, sports

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A welfare check, a notebook, and black hair dye.

On February 18th, 1988, a welfare check led to the discovery of four bodies inside the Brom Home in Rochester, Minnesota. Bernard and Paulette Brom along with two of their four children, 13-year-old Diane and 11-year-old Ricky, had been murdered with an axe.

One of their surviving sons, 16-year-old David, was missing.

As investigators pieced together what had happened inside the home that night, a troubling theory began to emerge.

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33 years later, this teenager’s crime still shocks Rochester

David Brom, convicted of killing 4 family members with an axe as a teen, released from prison - CBS Minnesota

DIGGING DEEPER: The state law change making David Brom’s early release possible

Psychiatrist says illness involved in Brom killing - Post Bulletin | Rochester Minnesota news, weather, sports

Newspapers.com

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A documented history of abuse, dropped charges, and courtroom outbursts.

In the spring of 2020, seven-year-old Julissia Batties went for a court ordered weekend visit with her biological mother, 36-year-old, Navasia Jones.

She was supposed to return home to her paternal grandmother. But child services enacted a different plan.

Julissia was found months later, deceased in her mother's apartment. Initially, both Navasia Jones and Paul Fine Junior, who was Julissia's half-brother were charged in her murder. But charges pressed against one of the defendants were dropped.

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https://www.bronxda.nyc.gov/downloads/pdf/pr/2022/72-2022%20bronx-mom-teen-indicted-child-homicide.pdf

https://www.bronxda.nyc.gov/downloads/pdf/pr/2025/51-Navasia-Jones-sentenced-manslaughter.pdf

Matter of Julissia B. (Navasia J.) :: 2015 :: New York Appellate Division, Second Department Decisions :: New York Case Law :: New York Law :: U.S. Law :: Justia

Julissia Batties' 'monster mom' whines in court before finally being sentenced

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Bronx Woman & Teen Son Charged with Murder of her 7-Year-Old Daughter Julissia Batties - Norwood News

Grandma of slain Bronx girl, 7, 'numb' after charges dropped against child's half-brother: 'Not fair'

https://nypost.com/2025/03/12/us-news/nyc-mom-admits-she-beat-7-year-old-daughter-to-death-but-son-charged-with-molesting-girl-to-go-free/?utm_source=aol&utm_campaign=nypost&utm_medium=referral

Grandmother Of 7-Year-Old Julissia Batties Says She Tried To Warn ACS Before Little Girl's Death - CBS New York

The case of 7-year-old Julissia Batties

A 7-Year-Old Dies in the Bronx, and Records Show a History of Abuse - The New York Times

'I Just Want Justice For My Baby': Father Of 7-Year-Old Julissia Batties Searching For Answers In Young Daughter's Death - CBS New York

Bronx mom sentenced for beating daughter, 7, to death in 2021 | PIX11

Bronx girl, 7, who died from body trauma had 5 prior ‘aided’ cases for injuries: source | PIX11

Mother and Son Charged in Death of 7-Year-Old Julissia Batties - The New York Times

Julissa Batties' wake draws NYC mourners demanding 'justice' for abused 7-year-old

Julissia Batties' mom, half-brother charged in girl's murder

Julissia Batties Barely Had a Relationship With Her Mom, Friend Says | Inside Edition

Bronx mom who killed Julissia Batties, 7, refuses to come to court

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A barking dog, a father, and a pursuit.

In the early morning hours of October 8th, 2024 the Spencer family awoke to find their teenage daughter missing.

The girls father, 36-year-old, Aaron Spencer set out to find his daughter.

In a matter of minutes he located the girl in a vehicle with 67-year-old Michael Fosler. Before deputies made their way to the scene, one man was dead and the other was charged with second degree murder.

As Aaron's case heads toward trial, the gag order has been lifted and additional details have been revealed.

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On Labour Day 1994, the emaciated and burned body of a teen girl was found - it would take almost 20 years to identify her.

What she endured will haunt you.

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