Crime Alert 07.11.24

Several new lawsuits alleging sexual assault have pushed the number of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ legal battles into double digits. The latest coming from a former “Making the Band” contestant, Dawn Richard.  The former Danity Kane singer, alleges the Bad Boy CEO manipulated her to comply with his depraved demands by promising to advance her singing career.  Richard also details Combs’ abusive behavior she witnessed toward Combs’ ex-girlfriends Kim Porter and Cassie Ventura. Richard says she once saw Kim Porter leaving Comb’s recording session in tears, her face appeared to have fresh injuries. Richard also witnessed several incidents of violence against Cassie Ventura.  Adria English, who worked as a dancer at Sean Combs’ famous annual “White Party” has added her own suit to the growing pile of legal action against Combs. English accuses Combs of grooming her for sex trafficking.  Diddy was just hit with a $100,000,000 judgement for being a no show regarding another lawsuit. Now Combs is selling his muti-million dollar house in LA.    Joining Nancy Grace today: Neama Rahmani  - Former federal prosecutor turned trial attorney, President of West Coast Trial Lawyers, Author: “Harvard to Hashtag”, WestCoastTrialLawyers.com, INSTAGRAM: @Neamarahmani, TWITTER: @NeamaRahmani Caryn Stark - Psychologist, renowned TV and Radio trauma expert and consultant, www.carynstark.com, Instagram: carynpsych, FB: Caryn Stark Private Practice Tom Smith - Former NYPD Detective, Co-Host of the GOLD SHIELDS Podcast, https://thegoldshieldshow.com, FB & Instagram: @thegoldshieldshow Lynn Shaw - Founder and Executive Director of Lynn's Warriors Sydney Sumner - Crime Online investigative reporter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joseph Glynn tells his family his wife has a terminal illness and left, but he really bludgeoned her dead with a hammer. College town cops do NOT need help cleaning up spilled beer delivery.  For more crime and justice news go to crimeonline.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PhD student Nicole Virzi remains in custody on charges of homicide, aggravated assault, and endangering the welfare of children. While visiting friends in Pittsburgh, Virzi cared for 6-week-old twins to give the mother a break. Both boys ended up in the hospital, and one died. EMTs transported Leon Katz and his father to the hospital shortly before midnight, but Nicole Virzi did not stay long. She was seen returning to her Airbnb just before 1 a.m., struggling to unlock the door. By 5 a.m., Virzi appeared to be preparing to leave town. Security footage captured her making what seemed to be a hasty exit less than five hours later. Although she was booked for two more nights at the apartment, Virzi appeared to be leaving. She was seen on security video leaving the building at 5:45 a.m. She reached for her phone and made a call while standing on the sidewalk. At 5:47 a.m., Leon Katz was pronounced dead. Three minutes later, at 5:50 a.m., police arrived at the Airbnb, and two officers approached Virzi on the sidewalk, quickly placing her in a patrol car. She was then transported to police headquarters, where she agreed to questioning without an attorney present. Joining Nancy Grace today:  Jarrett Ferentino – Pennsylvania Attorney/Homicide Prosecutor; Facebook & Instagram: Jarrett Ferentino; Host: “True Crime Boss” Podcast Dr. Shari Schwartz – Forensic Psychologist (Specializing in Capital Mitigation and Victim Advocacy); Author: “Criminal Behavior” and “Where Law and Psychology Intersect: Issues in Legal Psychology;” X: @TrialDoc” Brian Fitzgibbons – VP of Operations for USPA Nationwide Security; Instagram: @uspa_nationwide_security, Kingsman Philanthropic’s 2022 rescue missions of women and children in Ukraine, Iraq War Veteranide_security Dr. Kendall Crowns – Chief Medical Examiner Tarrant County (Ft Worth) and Lecturer: University of Texas Austin and Texas Christian University Medical School Alexis Tereszchuk - CrimeOnline Investigative Reporter  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While his terrified teen daughter waits in the car, a man kills shoots his ex-wife and her new boyfriend. Doctor douses his old office in urine to get back at new owner.  For more crime and justice news go to crimeonline.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A request by Bryan Kohberger's defense team for a change of venue has been granted. His attorneys argued that the strong emotions in the community and extensive media coverage would make it impossible to find an impartial jury in Moscow. The defense also claimed that if Kohberger were acquitted in the town where the murder took place, he could face lynching and riots might erupt. Prosecutors countered, saying any potential bias could be addressed by expanding the pool of potential jurors and carefully vetting them. However, Judge John Judge ruled in favor of the defense, citing concerns about Kohberger's ability to receive a fair trial in the Latah County courthouse in Moscow. He referenced the widespread media coverage and statements from public officials implying Kohberger’s guilt. Additionally, the judge noted practical concerns: the courthouse is too small to accommodate the case, and the county sheriff's office lacks the personnel to provide adequate security. The judge did not specify where the trial would be moved. The Idaho Supreme Court will decide where Kohberger's trial will be held. According to Idaho court rules, judges who approve venue changes can indicate if they wish to remain on the case, but Judge John Judge did not do so, instead granting the motion under a rule that requires a new judge to be assigned. It remains unclear when the Idaho Supreme Court will assign a new venue or judge, or whether these changes will delay the trial. Joining Nancy Grace today:  Howard Blum - Author: "When The Night Comes Falling, A Requiem for The Idaho Student Murders"  Website: Howardblum.com  INSTA: howard_blum_author  TW/X: howardblum  Stephanie Pitcher  - Defense attorney and Civil trial attorney with Parker & McConkie, former felony Prosecutor - Website: https://www.parkerandmcconkie.com Dr. Bethany Marshall - Psychoanalyst Author: "Deal Breaker,”  featured in show: "Paris in Love" on Peacock, https://www.drbethanymarshall.com/, Instagram & TikTok: drbethanymarshall, Twitter: @DrBethanyLive Chris McDonough - Director At the Cold Case Foundation, Former Homicide Detective, Host of YouTube channel- ‘The Interview Room’,  ColdCaseFoundation.org Joseph Scott Morgan -  Professor of Forensics: Jacksonville State University, Author, "Blood Beneath My Feet", Host: "Body Bags with Joseph Scott Morgan", @JoScottForensic  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ex-boyfriend stabs a 14-year-old girl, and "puts her out of her misery." Brooklyn boy caught playing hooky in HD.  For more crime and justice news go to crimeonline.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The father of the teen boy arrested in the mass shooting at a high school in Winder, Georgia, has also been arrested, held accountable for his son Colt Gray's actions. Colin Gray faces charges including four counts of involuntary manslaughter, two counts of second-degree murder, and eight counts of cruelty to children. These charges stem from allowing his son to possess a weapon. The FBI first investigated Colt Gray in May 2023 after receiving a tip about a school shooting threat via Discord, a gaming chat platform. Colin Gray told investigators he had been teaching his son about "firearms and safety" and how to hunt. He stated that if his son had made any threats, he "would be mad as hell and then all the guns would be taken away." Colt denied making threats. After the investigation, Colin Gray purchased his son an AR-15-style rifle as a gift. Joining Nancy Grace today:  Sonya Turner - Mom of two Apalachee High School students Chris Hubbard - Father of school age children. Brian Claypool -  Trial Attorney, Instagram: brian.claypool.   Dr. Jillian Peterson – Forensic Psychologist & Associate Professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Hamline University (St. Paul, MN); Expert on Mass Shootings and Violence Prevention; Author: “The Violence Project: How to Stop a Mass Shooting Epidemic” Chris Grollneck (Dallas, TX) Active Shooter Expert, Managing Principal for Active Shooter Prevention Project (ASPP) LLC., Author: "Qucik Series- Law Enforcement Guide to Responding to Active Shooters;" IG & TikTok: @aspp_pro, YouTube: @cgrollnek Chase McGee - Senior Newsroom Producer, Georgia Public Broadcasting   Marylynn Ryan - VP of News, Georgia Public Broadcasting  Sydney Sumner - CrimeOnline Investigative Reporter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zone 7 celebrates its 100th episode in alignment with the arrest that solved the 25-year-old case of Melissa Wolfenbarger. Crime Scene Investigator Sheryl McCollum is joined by Norma and Tina, the mother and sister of Melissa Wolfenbarger to discuss the complexities of the cold case, the unwavering dedication from numerous supporters involved, and ultimately what led to the arrest of Melissa’s husband, Christopher Wolfenbarger. Subscribe to Zone 7 with Sheryl McCollum, available on all audio platforms: https://link.chtbl.com/Zone7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A machete-wielding home intruder backs off when the homeowner confronts him with a gun. Brave cop poses with a python found in offender's car.  For more crime and justice news go to crimeonline.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breaking crime news as it happens throughout the day! Follow "Crime Alert Hourly Update" now on your favorite podcast app: https://link.chtbl.com/Crime_Alert Here's one of our top stories this week.  A 23-year-old woman arrested now for murder after she posts a video of her having a gun battle with other women.  Stay informed, stay safe, and stay ahead with "Crime Alert Hourly Update.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.