Ali Abulaban, a former TikTok sensation, has been convicted of the murder of his estranged wife, Ana Abulaban, and her friend, Rayburn Barron, by a San Diego jury. The sentencing for the two counts of first-degree murder is scheduled for June 28.

The documentary "TikTok Star Murders" on Peacock delves into Ali's journey to fame on TikTok and the events leading up to the tragic deaths of Ana and Rayburn. Close friends and family members share their perspectives on the heartbreaking incident for the first time in this feature-length film.

Louie, Ali's cousin, expressed to the producers that the recovery process from this devastating event will be a lengthy one for everyone involved.

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The Hockensmith family, consisting of parents Michael and Angela "Angie" Hockensmith, operated the ABC Gold, Games & More pawn shop in Danville, Kentucky. They homeschooled their 9-year-old son, Andrew, and cared for their infant daughter, Naomi, who often accompanied them to the shop. Michael, a former Youth Pastor, and Angie, an active member of the singing ministry, had moved to Danville in 2013 after getting married nearly a decade earlier.

Michael's mother, Barbara Hockensmith, mentioned that he dedicated himself wholeheartedly to his family, church, and work. Despite his part-time role at the church, Michael became a partner at the pawn shop owned by Steve Divine. However, tragedy struck on September 20, 2013, when a man entered the shop and committed a chilling triple homicide, as witnessed by young Andrew.

Police narrow in on Kenneth Allen Keith

For his offenses, Keith faced a potential death penalty. However, in an effort to spare the families of the victims from a lengthy trial, prosecutors proposed a plea deal, which Keith agreed to: life imprisonment without the possibility of parole in exchange for pleading guilty to the murders.

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Krystal Lee Kenney was determined to prove her love for her boyfriend Patrick Frazee by attempting to carry out three separate plots to kill his fiancée, Kelsey Berreth. When Kenney lost her nerve, Frazee committed the murder himself on Thanksgiving Day in 2018. Kenney then drove 13 hours to clean up the crime scene and watched as Frazee set Berreth’s remains on fire at his Colorado ranch. In order to seek justice for the 29-year-old flight instructor and mother, then-District Attorney Dan May admitted to making a deal with Kenney to secure her cooperation and put Frazee behind bars for good.

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The loved ones were puzzled by the car's location, as they doubted Marcus knew anyone at the apartment complex. A handgun was discovered in the Neon, which Filter suggested might have belonged to Marcus.

Bryant, the mother of Marcus son, mentioned she was unaware of the gun but wasn't surprised to hear about it due to Marcus alleged conflicts with certain individuals, as she shared with Dateline: Missing in America.

David admitted there were parts of his son's life that they were not familiar with.

It could be classified as keeping secrets from us, he mentioned to Dateline.

Marcus Rutledge's best friend Athan Gibbs is murdered 

In February 1999, after eight months of no leads following Marcus's disappearance, a tragic event occurred. Marcus former roommate and best friend, Gibbs, was found murdered in his own home.

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The cold case investigators are optimistic for a breakthrough in the 1998 disappearance of a young father. Marcus Rutledge, who was 23 years old at the time, vanished without a trace. His family has provided details about the former Tennessee State University student and his puzzling disappearance to Dateline correspondent Josh Mankiewicz for Season 3 of the Dateline
After more than 26 years, Marcus's loved ones still believe that it is absolutely possible that he is still alive.

I wonder whether or not Marcus was actually into something that was bigger than he was, and he was actually trying to get away. Just to leave and leave no trace,” the missing man’s father, David Rutledge, told Mankiewicz for the podcast's Missing in Music City episode.

Who was Marcus Rutledge?

Marcus Rutledge was born to David and Jerry Rutledge in Ypsilanti, Michigan, located a short distance east of Ann Arbor. David Rutledge described his son as a lively infant who grew into an energetic young boy excelling in academics.

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The abduction of a mother of two small children shocked a family, a Northern California town, and the nation. Following Sherri Papini's reappearance on the side of a highway three weeks after her mysterious disappearance, investigators dedicated themselves to locating the individuals accountable.


Ultimately, it was revealed that Sherri Papini orchestrated her own disappearance and caused multiple injuries to herself while residing with an ex-boyfriend who was unaware of her plan. Papini informed investigators that she was abducted by two fictitious Hispanic women and forcibly detained for weeks before being released.

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Jonathan Brandis, a former prominent teen idol in Hollywood, tragically passed away by suicide in November 2003 at the age of 27 following a decline in his career.

The passing of Jonathan Brandis in 2003 was a devastating event for many, including his family and supporters. Despite being just 27 years old, he had a promising acting career ahead of him, making his sudden death all the more shocking.

His rise from child model to Hollywood actor was well-documented in the teen media and entertainment news of the 1990s. Brandis was once considered one of the most promising young stars in Hollywood.

However, following a string of professional setbacks, Jonathan Brandis tragically took his own life in his Los Angeles home. This marks the heartbreaking end to his story.

The Early Life Of Jonathan Brandis As A Child Actor

Jonathan Brandis was born on April 13, 1976, in Danbury, Connecticut to Mary and Gregory. His parents, Mary working as a teacher and Gregory as a firefighter, were a typical American middle-class couple.

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Mica Miller inquired about locating her phone and then made a "suicide threat."
Mica disconnected the call before dispatch could gather more information.

The telecommunicator attempted to reach out to Mica multiple times but was unsuccessful in establishing contact.

At 3:42 p.m., a telecommunicator contacted Verizon to request an updated location ping.

At 3:50 p.m., detectives with Air3 sUAV arrived at Lumber River State Park.

During an aerial search, detectives were approached by an individual who claimed to have found a bag with Mica's ID inside while fishing. The bag was taken into possession by the detectives. The findings of the Robeson County Sheriff's Office indicated that the individual heard crying followed by a gunshot. He mentioned going further into the slough where he discovered the bag about two feet from the water's edge.

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Here is a comprehensive timeline outlining the discoveries and particulars related to the Mica Miller case.

January 2023

Mica Miller informed the authorities, as per a police report, that she had separated from her husband, John-Paul "JP" Miller, who served as a pastor at Solid Rock Church. The couple tied the knot in 2018.

Mica's acquaintances mentioned that she was actively involved in leading the women's ministry and worship team at the aforementioned church.

October 8, 2023

Official divorce proceedings were initiated by the couple, as indicated by court documents.

February 8, 2024

Mica was admitted to a hospital involuntarily for a period of 48 hours, based on a report from the Myrtle Beach Police Department.

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O.J. Simpson's life has been tumultuous, transitioning from a football Hall of Famer to a movie star and eventually a double murder suspect, captivating the nation for decades.

June 12, 2024, will mark 30 years since the brutal murders of Simpson's ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, 35, and waiter Ron Goldman, 25, who were fatally stabbed outside Brown Simpson's Los Angeles home on the night of June 12, 1994.

Even after three decades, the infamous crime remains unsolved.

Simpson's life has been marked by key moments, from the televised criminal trial that gripped the nation to the subsequent kidnapping and armed robbery charges that led to his imprisonment.


A standout running back for the University of Southern California in the 1960s, Simpson rose to fame as a college football star, ultimately winning the prestigious Heisman Trophy in 1968.
In 1969, Simpson was selected as the top pick in the NFL draft, establishing himself as a standout player for the Buffalo Bills.

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