In 1989, Timothy Spencer, who murdered and raped four women, was the first U.S. serial killer convicted through DNA evidence.

Through interviews with sex workers, Regina Smith, a rookie cop with the Dallas Police Department, gathered intel that led to the arrest and conviction of Charles Albright in 1991.

Jam Master Jay, DJ for Run DMC, was shot and killed in NYC on October 30, 2002. It took over 20 years to convict his killers, Carl Jordan Jr. and Ronald Washington.

In February 2024, the popular social media star who covered family and parenting on her channel '8 Passengers' was sentenced to 4-30 years in prison for abusing her children.

Katie Pladl's death shows the irony of her biological mother's efforts to protect her from her father.

Journalist Brian Joseph tells us why sex trafficking is a complicated problem and how victims are further harmed by public perception and widespread corruption.

Law enforcement agencies are ramping up use of artificial intelligence to help solve crimes, but experts warn the technology is still in its infancy and should only be used to augment traditional investigative methods.

In 2020's McGirt v. Oklahoma case, the Supreme Court upheld the Muscogee Nation's reservation status, restoring tribal land rights and shifting criminal cases to federal or tribal courts in Oklahoma.

Premature burial, a fear depicted by Edgar Allen Poe and Quinten Tarantino, also appears in real crime. These cases highlight gruesome acts driven by violence, sadism, and relationship issues.

From smurfing to romance scams to cryptocurrency schemes and more. Cybercrime investigative journalist Geoff White highlights tech’s role in money laundering.