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Welcome Back, Readers!Wed Aug 22 2001 11:55:02  ROBERT, DIANA, JOLENE and WESLEY LEMBCKE - shot to death William Lembcke, 16 - alleded shooter Colville, Washington Video shows family days before killings -- (Oregon Live/AP) Authorities believe Lembcke killed his family members on Dec. 23 after his parents discovered he had videotaped his sister in the shower. Wed Aug 22 2001 11:25:48  Roselle Park, New Jersey Search for missing Roselle child shifts to Newark -- (Boston.com) Roselle Park Lt. Gary Ricciardelli said Newark police are assisting his department with the search, which focused on Newark after an anonymous caller reported seeing Ni'eem Nelson and his babysitter, 17-year-old Toni Bell of Roselle. Wed Aug 22 2001 10:03:35  CHANDRA LEVY, 24 - missing for 16 weeks Washington, D.C. Condit prepares mass mailing to constituents -- (Fox News) Sources said Condit has rejected several drafts that have been submitted by his consultants. Constituents offer Condit questions -- (Modesto Bee) Connie Chung isn't the only one with questions for Ceres Rep. Gary Condit. Condit backers to rally -- (Modesto Bee) Supporters of Ceres Rep. Gary Condit will hold a rally in Merced on Thursday night after all. Feds: Condit a security risk -- (New York Post) FBI counterintelligence agents have sent a letter to Congress questioning why Rep. Gary Condit continues to have access to the nation's secrets as a member of the House Intelligence Committee, it was revealed yesterday. Grab your barf bags, TV viewers -- So Mr. Blow Dry, sleazebag California congressman is finally going public on the summer’s hottest story. Condit tries to mend image with TV interview, mailing -- (SF Chronicle) Approaching the most critical juncture of his 30-year political career, Rep. Gary Condit goes on the offensive today. Condit chat tests Chung -- (NY Daily News) However critics judge her performance, Chung's interview will be listed among her many career milestones. Don't wait for Condit bombshell -- (New York Post) To the best of his ability, he will sidestep questions that are irrelevant toward the achievement of that goal and answer all others in ways that will appear honest and heartfelt, but are actually the product of hours of intense rehearsals staged with his media consultants. Clinton lawyer claims new stalker -- (NewsMax) Two lawyers with ties to disgraced ex-president Bill Clinton claimed late Tuesday that Washington, D.C. police have dismissed Cong. Gary Condit as a prime suspect in Chandra Levy's disappearance. A's aware of what's happening in Modesto -- (LA Times) Team vice president says John Thurman Field could host fund-raiser for Chandra Levy later this season. Wed Aug 22 2001 09:32:42  LEANNE TIERNAM, 16 - last seen alive November 26, 2000 West Yorkshire, England Murder hunt after Leanne's body found -- (Ananova) Police have launched a murder inquiry after the discovery in woodland of the body of a missing teenager. Wed Aug 22 2001 09:26:01  Boca Raton, Florida New York fugitive accused in double slaying caught in Florida after 18 years -- (abc NEWS) Frank Riccardi, 46, was being held without bail Tuesday night, awaiting extradition to New York to face two murder charges in the fatal shootings of Richard Godkin and John D'Agnese. Wed Aug 22 2001 05:13:50  Carol Neulander - victim Camden County, New Jersey Neulander jury pool gains first 4 members -- (Philly.com) The second phase of the complex jury-selection process in the murder trial of Rabbi Fred J. Neulander began in earnest yesterday as the first four county residents interviewed in open court were found qualified to be in the jury pool. Rabbi Neulander is charged with capital murder, felony murder and conspiracy in the Nov. 1, 1994, bludgeoning of his wife. Wed Aug 22 2001 05:06:45  Texas Seven Dallas, Texas Texas Inmate Convicted of Murder -- (Seattle P-I) It will be up to a jury to decide whether the leader of a gang of escaped convicts convicted of killing a policeman during a Christmas Eve holdup should be put to death or spend the rest of his life in prison. George Rivas was found guilty of capital murder Tuesday in the slaying of Officer Aubrey Hawkins. Wed Aug 22 2001 05:03:23  Farmington, Utah Stepmother Sentenced in Boy's Death -- (Salt Lake Tribune) Sarah Marie Berry, 23, pleaded guilty to killing Jandson Cayle LeFevre, in June. In return, prosecutors agreed to drop charges of murder, a first-degree felony, and manslaughter, a second-degree felony. Wed Aug 22 2001 04:58:23  Boca Raton, Florida Boca man charged in two N.Y. slayings -- (Sun Sentinel) New York police arrested a Boca Raton man at his home Monday and charged him with the shooting deaths of two men in a Queens, N.Y., bar two decades ago. Frank Riccardi, 46, had been living in South Florida with a new identity since the April 1981 murders. Wed Aug 22 2001 04:53:18  Mount Vernon, Virginia Armed Robbery in Mount Vernon Caught in Digital Clarity -- (Washington Post) The photos are riveting in their realism: In one frame, a man is holding a gun to the cabdriver's head while a second passenger jabs a knife at the driver's ribs. Tues Aug 21 2001 21:57:16  Boston, Massachusetts Mobster Stephen Flemmi Gets 10 Years -- (Denver Post) In issuing the sentence, U.S. District Judge Mark L. Wolf lashed out at the FBI for mishandling its 30-year relationship with Flemmi and reputed mob boss James ``Whitey'' Bulger. Flemmi worked as an FBI informant while allegedly helping to run South Boston's Winter Hill Gang with Bulger, who is on the agency's most wanted list of fugitives. Tues Aug 21 2001 21:54:51  Boulder, Colorado Halfway house sought for sex offender -- (Denver Post) A man at the center of a notorious child sex-abuse ring in Boulder County will likely have a hard time finding a place to finish out his sentence, officials say. Tues Aug 21 2001 21:48:48  Washington, D.C. FBI arrests eight in scheme to steal McDonald's Monopoly game prizes -- (Boston.com) The FBI alleged Tuesday that the ring fixed winners of $1 million and other big-money prizes who then shared the cash with members of the group. In all, the ring ''won'' more than $13 million in prizes. Tues Aug 21 2001 21:48:27  Richard Hatch, 40 - million dollar winner Rhode Island, New York 'Survivor' winner arrested in Rhode Island -- (CNN) Richard Hatch, who won fame and $1 million on the hit reality game series 'Survivor', was arrested on Tuesday in a domestic dispute with his boyfriend, the entertainment show "Access Hollywood" reported. Tues Aug 21 2001 21:44:03  New York City marshal killed, set on fire in Brooklyn -- (Boston.com) A 66-year-old city marshal was beaten to death and set on fire in Brooklyn on Tuesday, apparently by a family he was trying to serve with an eviction notice, police said. The marshal, Erskine Bryce, was severely burned and had cuts and evidence of blunt trauma to his head and wrists, police said. Tues Aug 21 2001 21:36:41  Nikolay Soltys, 27 - wanted for the stabbing and slashing deaths of his wife, his aunt and uncle, and his 10-year-old and 9-year-old cousins Sacramento County, California Boy's body found as suspect search continues -- (Sacbee) The boy, who had been abducted by 27-year-old Nikolay Soltys after the Ukrainian immigrant went on a killing spree Monday and stabbed and slashed five relatives to death, was found dead near Baseline Road and Crowder Lane, sources said. Soltys immigrated under a plan not requiring police clearance -- (Sacbee) Earlier report: Man sought in rampage -- (Sacbee) Photo gallery and maps -- (Sacbee) Wanted flier in Russian (PDF) -- (Sacbee) Video: Search under way for suspect in Sacramento slayings -- (Sacbee) Tues Aug 21 2001 21:30:42  Columbia, South Carolina 2 Prosecutors Shot in S.C. Robbery -- (Las Vegas Sun) A federal prosecutor from Chicago was shot to death and another was wounded during a robbery attempt in South Carolina this week, authorities said Tuesday. Michael Messer, 49, was pronounced dead at a hospital. Gillum Ferguson, 51, was treated for a gunshot wound and released. Tues Aug 21 2001 20:24:06  Jeffrey Dahmer - murderered in prison Portage, Wisconsin Judge won't let Dahmer's killer change plea -- (Star Tribune) Christopher J. Scarver, 32, took part in Monday' s hearing through a telephone call to Columbia County Circuit Court from the state' s ultra-high security prison in Boscobel. Tues Aug 21 2001 20:15:20  The Green River Killer Seattle, Washington DNA hunt for Green River killer -- (Post-Intelligencer) County detective continues a 17-year quest, but with new tool made even sharper. Cybersleuths is experiencing temporary technical problemsWe will be back asapThur Aug 2 2001 13:02:17  Albany, New York Man who exposed 48 women to AIDs virus denied parole -- (abc NEWS) Nushawn Williams won't be eligible for another parole hearing for two years. Thur Aug 2 2001 10:35:34  Cleveland, Ohio High roller spent millions, accused of theft -- (The Plain Dealer) Money wasn't an issue for businessman Michael Bukuts when he decided two years ago to buy a $2.6 million mansion near the Pacific Ocean with five bedrooms, six baths and a large wine cellar. Thur Aug 2 2001 10:13:28 CHANDRA ANN LEVY, 24 - vanished three months ago Washington, D.C. Cops, FBI hold off on Chandra search in Virginia parking lot -- (Fox News) The group's phone records delete the number that calls are placed from so that people will be encouraged to come forward. Levy investigation -- (WUSA) Today, DC police can use new statistics to fend off criticism that they're spending too much time investigating the disappearance Chandra Levy. Officials checking tip on intern -- (Washington Post) Gainer said he believed a search might be conducted today. Police call cases unhurt by search -- (Washington Post) D.C. police are solving violent crimes at a higher rate than they were before Chandra Levy disappeared three months ago, statistics show. Tip to lead Levy search to a parking lot in Virginia -- (Washington Times) Searchers today are expected to use cadaver-sniffing dogs to try to locate Miss Levy's body. Condit August plans uncertain -- (Modesto Bee) Chased by reporters the past three months, Ceres Rep. Gary Condit starts the congressional recess Friday with at least three other groups waiting to hear from him: his family, his constituents and the distraught family of missing Modesto woman Chandra Levy. Anonymous tip ignites frenzy, police cautious -- (Modesto Bee) Law enforcement officials declared that they still needed to determine the validity of the information. Condit has mighty legal bill mounting -- (Modesto Bee) Rep. Gary Condit gets some of the finest legal advice money can buy, but it still is unclear how he is paying for it. Tip: Chandra buried in Virginia -- (NY Daily News) Condit has not addressed his district since the Levy story broke in early May. Condit finds crucial day forgettable -- (NY Post) Condit's lawyer took off for a 10-day vacation in Europe, while Condit made plans to return to his home in Ceres, Calif., to be with his shell-shocked family and decide what to do about his shattered career. Month recess looms as anything but a break for Condit -- (Fresno Bee) Embattled congressman faces myriad questions from families, constituents. Thur Aug 2 2001 09:44:06  BONNY LEE BAKLEY, 45 - shot to death May 4, 2001 Studio City, California Who killed Bonny Bakley? -- (abc NEWS) Even without media glare, slaying of Robert Blake's wife remains a mystery. Thur Aug 2 2001 09:37:26  Atlanta, Georgia FBI agents arrest CNN producer -- (11Alive) The FBI has arrested a CNN executive producer on charges he used the Internet to try and entice an underage girl for sex. Agents claim that Alan Audet, a 44-year-old father living in Marietta, used a chat room to develop an online relationship with a person whom he believed to be a 13-year-old girl. Thur Aug 2 2001 09:31:32  White River Junction, Vermont Suspect admits to killings, waives extradition to Mass. -- (Boston.com) A man accused of killing three men during a crime spree that may have lasted a week faced arraignment in Massachusetts Thursday in two of the slayings. Gary Sampson, 41, has remained cryptic about his motive. Thur Aug 2 2001 09:29:08  Milford, Connecticut Man ruled incompetent to stand trial for child abuse charges -- (Boston.com) A Superior Court judge has ruled a West Haven man is not mentally competent to stand trial on charges he sexually abused two girls while baby-sitting them. Thur Aug 2 2001 09:23:05  Skowhegan, Maine Spat over music selection creates rift between sheriff and DA -- (Boston.com) Somerset County District Attorney David W. Crook said he doesn't think music and radio advertisements should be force-fed on callers. Besides, he told county commissioners Wednesday, "The sheriff has lousy taste in music." Thur Aug 2 2001 09:21:00  Dover, New Hampshire Man held in three hotel robberies, one attempted robbery -- (Boston.com) A man who refused to identify himself to police was being held Thursday in connection with three hotel robberies and one attempted robbery in three cities. Wed Aug 1 2001 21:29:02  White Plains, New York Judge voids conviction that was based on AA members' testimony -- (NJO News) A federal judge has overturned the conviction in a celebrated double-killing case, ruling that conversations among members of Alcoholics Anonymous are entitled to the same protection as a confession to a priest. Wed Aug 1 2001 21:16:55  Australia Mother charged with children's murder -- (The West Australian) Louise Ann Scotchmer, 29, was charged over the deaths of her two-week-old son, Shane, on June 15, 1994, and 13-month-old daughter, Melissa, on July 5, 1996. She is accused of smothering both children with a blanket. Wed Aug 1 2001 19:46:53  Yonkers, New Jersey Thruway tolltaker allegedly stole $50,000 -- (NJO News) When he was arrested Tuesday, Timothy William Jones of Yonkers was carrying $200 in change from the day's receipts, Westchester District Attorney Jeanine Pirro said. Wed Aug 1 2001 19:41:45  Tacoma, Washington Tacoma man convicted of killing business partner -- (Seattle Post-Intelligencer) After deliberating for three days, a Pierce County Superior Court jury convicted Lawrence Paul Shandola, 49, of first-degree murder Tuesday in the Sept. 11, 1995, shooting of Robert Carl Henry, 33. Wed Aug 1 2001 15:58:12  CHANDRA LEVY case Washington, D.C. Police to look at Virginia parking lot for Levy -- (CNN) Washington D.C. police said on Wednesday cadaver dogs will check a parking lot in the Richmond, Virginia, area to follow up on an Internet tip on the whereabouts of Chandra Levy. Tipster phones in location of possible Chandra body -- (Fox News) Police plan to send cadaver-sniffing dogs Thursday morning to a southern Virginia parking lot, where a tipster said Chandra Levy's body might be found. Police search near Ft. Lee for Chandra Levy -- (WWBT) Police and the FBI are there tonight investigating a tip that the missing intern’s body is buried under a parking lot under construction near the base. D.C. police put Virginia seach on hold (AP) Tthe FBI announced late Wednesday there were no plans for such a search "at this time." WeTip website Wed Aug 1 2001 14:53:40  Springfield, Missouri Jail guards accused of urinating on several inmates through metal grate in roof -- (Oregon Live) Authorities are investigating allegations that two jail guards urinated on inmates playing basketball in an indoor recreational area. Wed Aug 1 2001 13:03:38  CHANDRA LEVY - missing under unknown circumstances Washington, D.C. Chandra's contested calls to Condit -- (Salon) It's the New York Post vs. Newsweek. Or could the truth lie somewhere in between? Condit to remain mum on Levy case -- (MSNBC) Instead of addressing constituents during the congressional recess that begins Friday, Condit will attend a family retreat with his two adult children to "benefit from the healing that family togetherness brings" the source said. Wed Aug 1 2001 12:06:23  Michael Kelly Deal, 54 - a former police officer Savannah, Georgia Georgia inmate said killed over secret -- (AP) Jail inmates strangled a fellow prisoner because they feared he would expose their plan to escape by chiseling through a wall, authorities said. Wed Aug 1 2001 11:46:34  Spokane, Washington $3 million award in child sex ring civil trial -- (Oregon Newsflash) The city of Wenatchee and Douglas County were negligent in their treatment of several people targeted in the mid-90's Wenatchee child sex rings investigations, a jury has found. Wed Aug 1 2001 11:32:48 SABRINA AISENBERG, 5 months - unsolved disappearance Tampa, Florida Aisenberg prosecutor transfers to different department -- (TBO-Florida) A federal attorney who helped lead the case against a couple accused in the disappearance of their baby daughter has been transferred from her job, though her department says it has nothing to do with a Justice Department investigation into her handling of the case. |
