Category Archives: crime

Making the Decision to Intervene in a Crime

Posted on January 27, 2012 by jchasenovelist

Have you ever been confronted with a decision as to whether or not you would place yourself in the middle of a dangerous situation in order to stop a criminal?  Are you one to try and break up a fight, … Continue reading →

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Confessed Child Killer Takes His Own Life in Georgia Prison

Posted on January 24, 2012 by jchasenovelist

Several weeks ago, I wrote a blog post about the horrific murder of a young girl in Georgia named Jorelys Rivera who was found mangled in the dumpster of an apartment complex several days after she had been reporting as … Continue reading →

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Body Parts Found Near Hollywood Sign

Posted on January 19, 2012 by jchasenovelist

The Hollywood sign high atop a hill in California has stood as a symbol of glamour and celebrity for generations.  There aren’t too many people who do not recognize those large white letters and think of being a movie star, … Continue reading →

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Serial Killer Targets Homeless in California

Posted on January 12, 2012 by jchasenovelist

With the way that it’s been highlighted on television programs the past several years, you may think that Orange County, California is only home to wealthy teenagers who spend their days flirting by the beach and “real housewives” who document … Continue reading →

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The Trailer Park That So Many Sexual Predators Call Home

Posted on December 31, 2011 by jchasenovelist

Many of you read on my blog recently, and probably saw on multiple news sources as well, the story of the horrific murder of a young girl living in an Indiana trailer park.  While there are still so many unanswered … Continue reading →

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The Evolving World of DNA

Posted on December 29, 2011 by jchasenovelist

The use of DNA technology is growing in every country around the globe.  DNA databases help to solve crimes, identify missing individuals, aid identification in mass disasters or past conflicts, assist with cold cases, and exonerate the innocent.  The power … Continue reading →

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Babysitter Arrested in Gruesome Death of Young Indiana Girl

Posted on December 27, 2011 by jchasenovelist

When you think of the holiday season that most of us are currently enjoying, you probably picture the faces of children who rush down the stairs to see what Santa left under the tree or who sing their sweet carols … Continue reading →

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