A Look Back: The Uvalde School Shooting

The sale of methamphetamines has surged online due to several factors that have made the drug more accessible and distribution easier. Here are the key points summarizing this trend:Dark Web Marketplaces: The dark web hosts numerous anonymous marketplaces where methamphetamines are sold. These platforms use encrypted communications and cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin to ensure anonymity and facilitate transactions.Social Media and Messaging Apps: Dealers increasingly use social media platforms and encrypted messaging apps to reach potential buyers, allowing them to conduct transactions with relative privacy and minimal risk of detection.Global Supply Chains: The globalization of drug trafficking networks has enabled more efficient production and distribution of methamphetamines. Synthetic drug labs, particularly in regions like Southeast Asia and Mexico, produce large quantities of meth, which are then shipped worldwide.Ease of Purchase: Online transactions simplify the purchase process for users, removing the need for face-to-face interactions with dealers. This convenience has contributed to the growing prevalence of meth use.Law Enforcement Challenges: The anonymity and complexity of online networks pose significant challenges for law enforcement agencies, making it difficult to track and intercept drug shipments and apprehend sellers.Marketing and Accessibility: Online sellers often use sophisticated marketing tactics to attract buyers, including offering discounts, samples, and discreet shipping options. This has broadened the reach of methamphetamines to new user demographics.To contact me:[email protected]:https://english.elpais.com/usa/2021-10-27/methamphetamine-and-online-sales-how-mexican-drug-cartels-are-gaining-ground-in-the-us-and-europe.htmlBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Defending a client in a murder case where the evidence, including DNA, overwhelmingly points to their guilt is highly challenging. However, a skilled lawyer might employ several strategies to provide the best possible defense.   So, what sort of strategy might be used by Rex Heuermann and his team at trial? Challenging the Evidence:Chain of Custody: The lawyer might question whether the evidence was properly handled from the crime scene to the courtroom, suggesting possible contamination or tampering.Forensic Procedures: They could scrutinize the methods used to collect and analyze the DNA evidence, aiming to find procedural errors that could undermine the reliability of the results.Alternative Theories:Third-Party Culpability: The defense might suggest that someone else had access to the crime scene and could have left the DNA, presenting alternative suspects.Consent or Innocent Transfer: If applicable, the lawyer might argue that the client's DNA was present due to consensual contact or innocent transfer, rather than through criminal activity.Questioning Witness Credibility:Inconsistencies: The lawyer could highlight inconsistencies in witness testimonies or point out any reasons witnesses might have to lie or misremember events.Bias and Motive: They might argue that witnesses are biased or have motives to falsely implicate the defendant.Psychological Defense:Mental Health: The lawyer could argue that the client was suffering from a mental disorder at the time of the crime, which impaired their ability to understand their actions or differentiate between right and wrong.Diminished Capacity: They might claim that the client’s mental state, though not exonerating them completely, should mitigate their culpability.Procedural Defenses:Violation of Rights: The defense could argue that the client's constitutional rights were violated during the investigation, such as through unlawful search and seizure, leading to the suppression of critical evidence.Coerced Confession: If there is a confession, the lawyer might contend it was obtained through coercion, making it inadmissible.Plea Bargaining:Reduced Charges: If the evidence is overwhelmingly against the client, the lawyer might negotiate a plea deal for lesser charges or a reduced sentence, arguing for mitigating factors like the client’s lack of prior criminal history or remorse.Humanizing the Client:Character Witnesses: The defense might bring in witnesses to attest to the client's good character, arguing that the crime is out of character and presenting them in a sympathetic light.Background and Circumstances: They could present evidence about the client’s background, upbringing, and circumstances that might have led to their involvement in the crime, seeking to evoke empathy from the jury.(commercial at 12:04)to contact me:[email protected]:Defending the Devil: Serial Killer Lawyers Speak Out on Gilgo Beach Murders - NewsweekBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Nicholas Tartaglione is a former police officer in New York who gained notoriety for his involvement in serious criminal activities. Here are the key points about his background and criminal case:Career and Background: Tartaglione was a police officer in Briarcliff Manor, New York. His career in law enforcement ended under a cloud of controversy due to allegations of misconduct and corruption.Criminal Charges: In December 2016, Tartaglione was arrested and charged with the murder of four men in a drug-related killing. The victims were Martin Luna, Urbano Santiago, Miguel Luna, and Hector Gutierrez, who were allegedly lured to a bar owned by Tartaglione, where they were murdered.Drug Trafficking: Tartaglione was also implicated in a drug trafficking conspiracy, accused of involvement in distributing large quantities of cocaine.High-Profile Prisoner: While awaiting trial, Tartaglione was held at the Metropolitan Correctional Center (MCC) in New York. During this time, he gained additional notoriety for being a cellmate of Jeffrey Epstein, the financier accused of sex trafficking, who died under suspicious circumstances in the MCC in August 2019. Tartaglione was questioned about Epstein's death but was not implicated.Now, after all is said and done, Tartaglione has been slapped with four life sentences.    However, when it comes to Jeffrey Epstein and what happened inside of that cell, none of us, besides Tartaglione know the truth.(commercial at 8:13)to contact me:[email protected]:Jeffrey Epstein's ex-cellmate sent to prison for 4 murders (lawandcrime.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

The Sinaloa cartel has increasingly utilized submersibles, including semi-submersibles and fully submersible vessels, to smuggle narcotics to Europe. These innovative maritime strategies are part of the cartel's broader efforts to evade detection and enhance their drug trafficking operations. Here’s a summary of how they use these submersibles:Design and Construction: The cartel employs skilled engineers and craftsmen to build submersibles, often in remote, clandestine shipyards. These vessels are designed to be low-profile and difficult to detect by radar or aerial surveillance.Drug Transport: The submersibles are loaded with large quantities of narcotics, primarily cocaine, which are securely packed to prevent water damage and detection.Routes and Logistics: These vessels typically embark from the coasts of South America, particularly Colombia, and navigate through international waters to reach Europe. They avoid busy shipping lanes and frequently change routes to minimize the risk of interception by authorities.Stealth and Evasion: Submersibles travel mostly submerged, with only a small portion of the vessel visible above the water, reducing the chance of detection. Some fully submersible versions can travel entirely underwater for extended periods.Landing and Distribution: Upon reaching European waters, the narcotics are transferred to smaller boats or coastal drop-off points. From there, they are distributed through the cartel’s established networks across Europe.Challenges for Law Enforcement: The use of submersibles presents significant challenges for law enforcement agencies. Detecting and intercepting these vessels requires sophisticated technology and international cooperation.to contact me:[email protected]:El Chapo’s Sinaloa cartel ‘using drug submarines’ to traffic narcotics into Europe - Daily StarBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

A declaration in support of dismissing a Rule 11 sanctions motion is a formal statement, usually made under oath, that provides evidence and arguments to counter a motion for sanctions under Rule 11 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. Rule 11 sanctions can be sought by a party if they believe that the opposing party has filed a frivolous lawsuit, made legal arguments without proper basis, or submitted filings for an improper purpose.Here are the key elements typically included in such a declaration:Personal Testimony: The declarant, often an attorney or party involved in the case, provides their personal account and context related to the filing in question. This may include explanations of their actions, decisions, and intentions.Factual Evidence: The declaration will include factual evidence supporting the claim that the filing was made in good faith, based on reasonable inquiry, and with a legitimate legal basis. This can involve referencing specific documents, communications, or events.Legal Arguments: It will contain legal arguments demonstrating that the original filing was justified and that the motion for sanctions is unwarranted. This includes citing relevant case law, statutes, and procedural rules.Refutation of Accusations: The declaration will specifically address and refute the points raised in the Rule 11 sanctions motion, providing counterarguments and evidence to show that the accusations of frivolousness or improper conduct are unfounded.Supporting Documentation: Any relevant documents, affidavits, or other evidence that bolster the declarant’s statements and arguments are often attached as exhibits to the declaration.Conclusion: The declarant will typically conclude with a request for the court to deny the motion for Rule 11 sanctions.(commercial at 8:16)to contact me:[email protected]:gov.uscourts.nysd.616406.58.2.pdf (courtlistener.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

The Long Island Serial Killings, also known as the Gilgo Beach Murders or the Craigslist Ripper case, is an unsolved serial murder investigation centered around the discovery of numerous human remains on Long Island, New York. The case has been ongoing since 2010 and remains unsolved as of my knowledge cutoff in September 2021.The initial discovery took place on December 11, 2010, when police were searching for a missing woman named Shannan Gilbert, a sex worker who had gone to meet a client in Oak Beach, Suffolk County. During the search, police found the remains of four women in the vicinity of Gilgo Beach. These victims were later identified as Megan Waterman, Maureen Brainard-Barnes, Melissa Barthelemy, and Amber Lynn Costello, all of whom were also involved in sex work.As the investigation progressed, additional remains were discovered in the same area. In March and April 2011, six more sets of remains were found, along with the remains of an unidentified toddler, who came to be known as "Baby Doe" or "Jane Doe #6." The additional victims were identified as Jessica Taylor, Valerie Mack, Jane Doe #6 (the toddler), and an Asian male dressed in women's clothing.The police discovered that many of the victims had connections to the sex trade and had advertised their services on websites like Craigslist. This led investigators to suspect that a serial killer, dubbed the "Long Island Serial Killer" or "Craigslist Ripper," was specifically targeting sex workers in the area.The case gained significant media attention and sparked a large-scale investigation involving local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.The search for additional evidence continued over the years, including the use of cadaver dogs, aerial searches, and the excavation of specific areas. Despite these efforts, no further bodies were found.The investigation faced various challenges and controversies. Shannan Gilbert's disappearance and death were initially treated as unrelated to the serial killings. However, her death was later attributed to accidental drowning.The mishandling of the case and the delayed response to her initial 911 call raised questions about the police's handling of the investigation.In September 2017, the Suffolk County Police released new evidence, including photos of a belt that they believed may have belonged to the killer. They also released a recording of an anonymous phone call made by a man claiming to have information about the murders. However, no significant breakthroughs occurred following these releases.Now after more than a decade, a suspect has been arrested. This is a developing story.(commercial at 7:51)to contact me:[email protected]:Gilgo Beach serial killer suspect arrested for murders of 10 women on Long Island | The IndependentBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Rex Heuermann owned property in not only New York, but also in Las Vegas and South Carolina. We also know that the investigation into Rex Heuermann and his alleged crimes has expanded into both of those states. In this episode, we a headed down to South Carolina where some new information is coming out that might put Rex Heuermann directly in the crosshairs of investigators in Sumter county after Julia Ann Bean's daughter says that she saw her mom get into a vehicle with Rex Heuermann and that was the last time she was seen or heard from.Investigators in South Carolina are in contact with the task for in Suffolk and their investigation is ongoing. (commercial at 8:07)to contact me:[email protected]:South Carolina cops investigating claim missing woman was seen with Gilgo Beach suspect | PIX11source:Sumter County deputies searching for woman missing since last year - The Sumter Item (theitem.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

As the fallout in the aftermath of the arrest of Rex Heuermann continues to rain down on all of those involved, his wife, Asa Ellerup and her two children Victoria and Christopher gave an update through their lawyer about their ordeal. It was revealed that not only is Asa Ellerup dealing with her husband being an alleged serial killer, she also has breast and skin cancer. Her insurance, according to the lawyer, is due to expire in sixty days since it was tethered to Rex Heuermann's employment. On the flip side, the lawyer for the Gilbert family, John Ray had a completely different take on things. In this episodee we take a look at both sides of the coin and break down the latest news. (commercial at 7:31)to contact me:[email protected]:Rex Heuermann’s wife struggling to pay for cancer treatment, wants to sue police – NBC New YorkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

A Detective from Mamaroneck, a town in Westchester county New York has contacted the task force in regard to a cold case that shares siimilarities with some of the victims in Long Island. According to the report he's trying to make a connection and hopes that the task force might be able to provide some insight that might turn into a lead. The unidentified woman has been dubbed Cherries due to a tattoo of two cherries above her right breast. (commercial at 10:06)to contact me:[email protected]:NY cold case investigator seeks info from Gilgo task force (pix11.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Megan Waterman was a young woman from Scarborough, Maine, who tragically became a victim of a serial killer. Born in 1986, she led a troubled life marked by struggles with drug addiction and other personal challenges. However, those issues shouldn't define who she was and the fact that she was loved. Megan Waterman and all of the other victims were much more than just sex workers. They were people who were loved and who loved and who deserved much better from the authorities and society itself. In June 2010, Megan Waterman went missing from a hotel in Hauppauge, New York, while she was in the area with a friend for an escort job. Her disappearance was part of a string of similar cases, and it raised concerns about the safety of sex workers in the area. Sadly, in December 2010, Megan's remains were discovered in a remote area of Long Island. Her murder, along with the murders of several other women, became known as the "Long Island Serial Killer" case.In this episode we hear from Megan Waterman's sister who details the time that they spent together growing up and how her sisters murder has effected her throughout the years.(commerial at 13:25)to contact me:[email protected]:Sister Of Gilgo Beach Victim Megan Waterman: 'She Was My Best Friend' | Riverhead, NY PatchBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.