Category Archives: crime

No New Trial for Cleveland Strangler

There is often a moment in the television crime dramas that I watch in which a police officer has an emotional discussion with the victim of a violent crime regarding the upcoming trial.  Olivia Benson from Law and Order: SVU, … Continue reading

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Boy Facing Murder Charges in the Death of His Stepbrother

In my first two novels, Compulsion and Dead Game, protagonist Emily Stone works in solitude to track down and bring to justice those who prey upon the most vulnerable in our society.  The same goes for Deputy Jack Davis, whose … Continue reading

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Reconstructing a Shooting Incident at the Crime Scene

Have you ever wondered?  Hey, how’d they do that? One of the most difficult and scientific parts of reconstructing a shooting incident is to determine the direction of the projectile travel and the angle of impact by examining the bullet … Continue reading

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Guilty Plea After More Than Thirty Years

It takes a special level of dedication to work on cold cases as a member of law enforcement.  You are often dealing with evidence that is outdated and deteriorating, witnesses may be difficult to find if they are even still … Continue reading

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“Flash Robs” Are Becoming Dangerous New Trend

I often discuss technology on this blog and the fight to bring violent criminals to justice throughout the pages of my novels is aided by the latest surveillance equipment and communication devices.  But recently, the technology that has become so … Continue reading

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New Mexico Offers Compelling Story of One Man Who Decided to Get Involved

If you saw a young girl get kidnapped right before your very eyes, would you have the mental focus and the courage to get involved?  Or, would there be that moment of shock and absolute terror followed by a feeling … Continue reading

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FBI Launches New Phone App to Help Find Missing Kids

Are you the type of person who always has the latest apps downloaded to your smart phone?  Or, do you consider yourself someone who doesn’t see the excitement in using your cell phone to do anything besides make a call?  … Continue reading

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