Homicide
Murder investigations and cases
Wife Arrested in Husband's Decades-Old Murder Case After New DNA Technology Breakthrough
Authorities say advanced forensic analysis helped identify woman in connection with husband's 1987 shooting death.
HomicideCanadian Tourist Killed in Shooting at Mexico's Teotihuacán Pyramids
Gunman opens fire at popular archaeological site, killing Canadian woman and injuring at least four others before taking his own life.
HomicidePhotos Show Scene of Deadly Louisiana Domestic Attack That Killed Eight Children
AP obtains images from Louisiana home where eight children died in domestic violence incident.
HomicideNeighbors Recall 'Full-Blown Shootout' as Father Allegedly Targeted Children in Louisiana Mass Shooting
Shamar Elkins shot eight children and two women in Shreveport before dying in police chase; victims ranged from ages 3 to 11.
Homicide8 Children Dead in Mass Shooting That Began as Domestic Dispute, Police Say
Tragedy unfolds as authorities respond to shooting incident that originated as domestic argument, claiming lives of multiple children.
HomicideBeloved Radio Host's Murder Leads to Massive Drug Ring Bust, Motorcycle Gang Indictments
Investigation into on-air personality's killing uncovers multi-state trafficking operation linked to organized motorcycle club.
Developing HomicideNYC Teen Shot Dead on Queens Basketball Court as Bystanders Filmed; Police Searching for Gunman
Authorities investigating fatal shooting on New York City basketball court while witnesses recorded incident.
HomicideBefore He Killed Athena Strand, 2 Accusers Say FedEx Driver Sexually Assaulted Them as Girls
Two women allege the same FedEx driver accused of killing 7-year-old Athena Strand sexually assaulted them as children, according to court records.
HomicideShe Married Her Dad Then Had His Baby: Inside the Disturbing Murder of Katie Pladl
A Connecticut father's conviction for killing his daughter reveals a web of incest, betrayal and a crime that shocked a small community.
HomicideKristin Ramsey's Attorneys Claim Evidence Lost or Destroyed in Ashley Okland Murder Case
Defense team raises concerns about evidence handling in homicide case stemming from 2011 killing.
HomicidePolice Say Virginia Politician Killed His Wife and Himself With Teenagers at Home
Former Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax died after allegedly shooting his wife, then turning the gun on himself with teenagers present in the home.
HomicideTeenager Allegedly Told Investigators He Decided to Become a Serial Killer, Accused of Killing at Least 3 in Public
Authorities report the suspect, described as a teenager, allegedly killed three people in public settings and told investigators he chose to become a serial killer.
HomicideMexican Environmental Activist Recounts Surviving Assassination Attempt Caught on Video
Jaguar Alliance director Erik Saracho describes being shot at in Nayarit, as new report documents 10 activist killings in Mexico during 2025.
HomicideJurors Wail, Family Leaves Courtroom as Audio of Athena Strand's Last Moments Is Played
Audio containing the question 'Are you a kidnapper?' played during murder trial sends courtroom into emotional chaos.
Developing HomicideNavy Reservist Accused of Murdering Wife, Hiding Her Body in Freezer Arrested After International Manhunt
A Navy reservist is in custody following an international manhunt, accused of murdering his wife and concealing her body in a household freezer.
HomicideNever-Before-Seen Photos Reveal New Details in Murder of New Jersey Woman 35 Years Ago
ABC7 New York reports previously unreleased images emerge in cold case investigation of woman's killing.
HomicideFormer Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax Dead in Apparent Murder-Suicide; Wife Also Killed
Fairfax County police say the former lieutenant governor shot his wife in their Annandale home before turning the gun on himself while their teenage children were inside.
Developing HomicideWoman Found Dead on Cruise Ship With Stepbrother, Investigation Underway
Anna Kepner was discovered deceased aboard a cruise vessel where she had been traveling with her stepbrother, prompting authorities to launch an investigation.
HomicideCourt Hears Chilling Phone Call Between Mom and FedEx Driver Accused of Killing Girl, 7
Prosecution plays recorded conversation in which defendant allegedly discusses prior interactions with victim.
HomicideDark Secrets of So-Called Murder Highway Uncovered in New True-Crime Series
New documentary series explores decades of mysterious deaths along infamous stretch of highway that has long troubled investigators.
HomicideMan Charged with Murdering Woman, Stuffing Her Body in Duffel Bag After Allegedly Using Victim's Credit Card for PlayStation
A man accused of killing a woman whose home he was illegally occupying learned his fate in court Tuesday, weeks after prosecutors revealed disturbing details about the homicide.
HomicideWoman Shot, Killed by Police After Allegedly Holding 3-Year-Old at Knifepoint at Nebraska Walmart
Incident at retail store in Nebraska under investigation by local law enforcement.
Developing HomicideMetropolitan Police Search for 2 Suspects in Failed Arson Attack on North London Synagogue
Police hunting two balaclava-wearing suspects after attempted petrol bomb attack on Finchley synagogue; incident linked to surge in antisemitic crimes.
HomicideEighth Grade Student Kills 4, Wounds 20 in Second Turkey School Shooting in 2 Days
Teacher and three students killed in Kahramanmaras attack; perpetrator also dead in incident involving five guns belonging to his father, a former police officer.