Christchurch, New Zealand – A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in Christchurch when a 3-month-old baby girl lost her life in December 2022 due to severe trauma and abuse. The baby’s mother, devastated by the loss of her only child, expressed her anguish and pain during the trial of Michael John Topp, the man responsible for causing … Read more
TUCSON, Ariz. – A tragic incident has shaken the community as a Marana man faces charges of second-degree murder and child abuse after his 2-year-old daughter died in a hot car. Christopher Scholtes, 37, was taken into custody by the Marana Police Department on Friday, July 12, following the heartbreaking incident. During his initial court … Read more
Arlington, Texas – An investigation is currently underway into the alleged abuse and deaths of patients in unlicensed care homes owned by Regla Becquer, 49. The caregiver faces serious charges, including murder, after the deaths of 20 individuals in her care have raised concerns among local authorities. Becquer, who operated under the LLC ‘Love and … Read more
Minneapolis, Minnesota – A tragic incident unfolded in a Minneapolis suburb as police responded to a potential sexual abuse case, resulting in a deadly gun battle with an armed resident. The confrontation took a devastating turn, claiming the lives of two officers and a paramedic who bravely tried to protect seven children inside the darkened … Read more
Manila, Philippines – Amid the scourge of online child abuse in Southeast Asia, particularly in the Philippines, the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the situation. Cheng Veniles, a key figure in the fight against online child exploitation, collaborates with law enforcement agencies, prosecution teams, and court officials through the UN Office on Drugs and Crime’s initiatives … Read more
WAUPUN, Wis. – A shocking revelation has emerged concerning the treatment of inmates at the Waupun Correctional Institution, Wisconsin’s oldest maximum-security prison. Authorities announced charges against Warden Randall Hepp and eight staff members for their alleged failure to take care of inmates leading to multiple deaths. Hepp faces charges of misconduct in public office, while … Read more
MADISON, Wisconsin – Recent charges brought against a warden and guards at a Wisconsin prison described as reminiscent of Shawshank Redemption have reignited calls for its closure. The Fox Lake Correctional Institution has been under scrutiny following allegations of mistreatment, abuse, and cover-ups by staff members. Located in central Wisconsin, the Fox Lake Correctional Institution … Read more
Juneau, Wisconsin – Former Warden Randy Hepp of Waupun Correctional Institution, along with eight other prison staff members, faced charges linked to several inmate deaths in the past year, announced Dodge County Sheriff Dale Schmidt on Wednesday. The charges stemmed from a 2023 report by The New York Times and Wisconsin Watch uncovering the harsh … Read more
Las Vegas, Nevada – A Las Vegas couple, Carolyn Luke and Timothy Miller, are facing severe charges in connection with an alleged case of animal hoarding and abuse. The Clark County District Attorney’s Office has filed multiple felony animal abuse charges against the couple after discovering disturbing conditions that led to the deaths of 16 … Read more
Nottingham, United Kingdom – A coercive “bully” from Basford has been sentenced for a series of abusive actions culminating in a violent assault on his ex-girlfriend. Ryan Burrell used controlling and coercive behavior to manipulate his victim, threatening to harm himself if she left him and sending over 500 threatening text messages. The abuse occurred … Read more