Category Archives: crime

Missouri Baby Now Missing for a Week

Posted on October 12, 2011 by jchasenovelist

A couple in Missouri is experiencing what is certainly every parent’s worst nightmare as their baby girl has now been missing for a week.  Lisa Irwin’s father discovered that she was not in her crib when he returned from work … Continue reading →

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The Impact of Steve Jobs in the World of Criminal Justice

Posted on October 7, 2011 by jchasenovelist

With the sad passing of Apple founder Steve Jobs this week, condolences and stories of his impact have been coming in from across the world.   At Apple stores from New York City to Tokyo, people have left notes sharing how … Continue reading →

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Out & About Magazine — October 2011

Posted on October 6, 2011 by jchasenovelist

I’ve been enjoying writing my monthly column for Out & About Magazine.  Not only is it a wonderful resource for local Monterey Bay residences in California, but there are great articles about food, finance, books, and theater for everyone to … Continue reading →

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Man Robs Same Bank Three Days in a Row

Posted on October 2, 2011 by jchasenovelist

It often takes a brazen personality to commit a criminal act, particularly one that is done right in front of a crowd.  There is a disregard for the lives of others and also, apparently, for the possibility of getting caught.  … Continue reading →

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Crime Solving Partnership for DNA Evidence

Posted on September 30, 2011 by jchasenovelist

DNA is extremely complex, but we hear the word “DNA” almost on a daily basis in the news and on crime shows.  In 1986, DNA was first officially used to solve a crime of two young girls raped and murdered … Continue reading →

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Tennessee Woman Becomes Her Own Rescuer

Posted on September 26, 2011 by jchasenovelist

In all three of my published novels, I have made an effort to feature women who show compelling strength and independence while overcoming traumatic circumstances.  These women decide not to be the victim and instead take their lives and the … Continue reading →

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Crime Rates Were Down Again in 2010

Posted on September 21, 2011 by jchasenovelist

If you turn on the evening news or one of the 24-hour cable networks like CNN or Fox News, you may think that murders and kidnappings are occurring every minute of the day in this country.  It can be argued … Continue reading →

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