guilty

Don’t do the crime if you can’t do the time; a look into all aspects of a guilty verdict from the burden of proof to conviction to the judge’s sentence and more.

Reason First: The .44 Caliber Killer- David Berkowitz
David Berkowitz appeared sane when he stood trial in the state of New York for killing six people and wounding seven others. Initially, he denied being in his right mind, and claimed a Satanic cult made him do it, and that a neighbor’s dog told him to kill. But Berkowitz demonstrated a better than average grasp on reality when questioned about the public’s fascination with killers such as himself. He said we all have the capacity to kill other human beings; anyone angry or frustrated enough had the potential to do “horrendous things,” he said. He said Western civilization was declining towards anarchy, and he was doing his victims a favor. Painting himself as their deliverer from a collapsing society, he argued he was sparing them the mayhem of the coming apocalypse. Whether he sincerely believed his dire predictions is irrelevant; no matter how justified his pessimism about the future might have been (especially in hindsight), he had no right to appoint himself “Angel of Mercy” for the people of New York.
By Skyler Saunders5 years ago in Criminal
The Rich, Famous and Scandalous
This year has been a carnival with regards to power and defilement — beginning with Trump's denunciation and finishing off with Trump's pointless endeavor to remain in office. It's likewise been overflowing with parody: Rudy Giuliani gradually coming disturbed at the creases, the TikTok exertion to "Save Donald Trump," and Twitter response to Trump's COVID-19 conclusion progressively.
By Araceli Torres5 years ago in Criminal
What a Monday
On one afternoon around twelve fifteen P.M Two gentlemen and one woman are at the bus stop. The sun beaming on their backs and their necks as they await for the bus to sluggishly arrive. The first gentleman appears to be older or in his late thirties. He fashions an all blue dickie suit with a dickie suit logo drawn on the lower right hand side of his pants . He also sports a sliver name tag with the name Carl written in all black. His hair seemed to be black and at shoulder length. The second gentleman appears to look a tad bit younger, his eyes are low, and he is sporting a black Adidas shirt, wearing brown khakis shorts, with a green hat that has three letters in bold which read bob. Now noticeable by Henna who is now seating under the grey bus bench, where the sun cannot reach her or attack her with heat, Henna now reflecting on how horrible her day has begun. she had awaken un-eager, bothered, and late for work. In her hassle she unwillingly left behind her purse with her wallet inside. Sadly, she shook her head, and as she did so, she caught a glimpse of the man wearing the all blue dickie suit, now known as Carl. At least that’s what his nametag reads, thinks Henna. Henna now twirling her long burgundy hair, pondering on asking either Carl or Bob would they or could they help her with her problem and give her five dollars to get on the bus that still has not arrived. She gets up and walks over to Carl and starts talking to him, then a short while later Bob joins.
By Latrez5 years ago in Criminal
Reason First: The BTK Strangler- Dennis Rader
Binding, torturing, and killing were actions Lutheran church president Dennis Rader chose to spend his free time. For nearly two decades in Wichita, Kansas, this monster disguised as an upstanding member of the community, dedicated a portion of his life fetishizing and murdering ten people. His capture and arrest led to a prison sentence of ten consecutive life terms and a parole option available only after 175 years of imprisonment.
By Skyler Saunders5 years ago in Criminal
Reason First: The Twisted Creature of Doom- Ted Bundy
Lead prosecutor George Dekel wanted to see serial killer Ted Bundy fry for his crimes. He compared the entire experience of bringing evidence against this monster to “pulling out fingernails with rusty pliers.”
By Skyler Saunders5 years ago in Criminal
Reason First: The Route 40 Killer Part V- Steven Brian Pennell Sees Justice
Route 40 killer Steven Brian Pennell knew he would be caught eventually. After weeks of being surveilled by police, he just sort of slumped and allowed them to take him into custody.
By Skyler Saunders5 years ago in Criminal
In the Defense of the Devil
He was stabbed 20 times with a pocketknife. 20 frenzied stabs he never saw coming from his 19-year-old baby faced friend. Gasping for air, eyes wide in shock, Alan crumpled to the ground bleeding profusely. He died shortly after arriving at the hospital.
By Sarah Arena5 years ago in Criminal
The Dangerous Secrets Of A Doctor
Dr. Alan Canty seemed to have it all. A successful psychologist, he had offices in Detroit and Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan. His patients loved him, even if they thought he was a bit odd. They ignored his peculiar behaviors because he was generous with them, even arranging sessions at his home.
By Edward Anderson5 years ago in Criminal
Probation as Punishment for First Degree Murder
On August 11, 2005 on what would have been Scott and Traci Rhodes 15th wedding anniversary, Traci was arrested for the murder of her husband.
By Sara Wilson5 years ago in Criminal
Reason First: The Southern California Strangler- Randy Steven Kraft
Sunny Southern California is supposed to be a haven for people looking for sun and fun, a good life, where they can wear bikinis on the beach, and drink a beer after surfing the waves. But Randy Steven Kraft worked hard to destroy that image over a ten-year period during which he terrorized a stretch of highway already stalked by serial killers William Bonin and Patrick Kearny.
By Skyler Saunders5 years ago in Criminal
Reason First: Was It All In His Head? -The Gerald Eugene Stano Case
With forty-one confessed homicides to his name, Gerald Eugene Stano represents the mixed-up murderer. At first, he was in a bad way as he practiced coprophagia (eating of one’s feces) as a child in a foster home. Born Paul Zeininger, Stano was adopted by Nurse Norma Stano who adored the young boy. Like other serial killers, he experienced bullying early on. But Stano was having none of this. He stole, bribed people, and performed poorly in school, excluding music class.
By Skyler Saunders5 years ago in Criminal
Reason First: The Freeway Killer- William Bonin
There’s certainly a danger in hitchhiking. It’s really a two way street. Either the driver or the hiker could be a killer. In William Bonin’s case, he was the driver who left a bloody trail. His mostly young, male victims agreed to take a ride with him, and then Bonin's base urges would take over, allowing him to rape and murder these men.
By Skyler Saunders5 years ago in Criminal