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Sun Dec 8 2002 08:33:12  The GADDIS-POND case Oregon City, Oregon Anatomy of an investigation -- (The Oregonian) Murder investigations rarely play out as portrayed on TV. Investigative hunches and innocent suspects take detectives down many blind alleys, and their cases always look clearer once they've been solved. And so it was in the Oregon City case, one of the most closely watched homicide investigations in the state's recent history. Sun Dec 8 2002 04:28:53  The LE-ZHAN WILLIAMS case Vallejo, California Calif. boy found six years after abduction -- (abc NEWS) A boy kidnapped when he was just two weeks old was found six years later living with his mother's alleged killer, police said. Sat Dec 7 2002 09:33:45  BRANDON DYSON JR. case Merced, California Merced mom held in son's death -- (Fresno Bee) Last spring, the body of Brandon Dyson Jr., 15 months old, was found snagged on a tree in Bear Creek near the 1300 block of North Bear Creek Drive. That was about 90 minutes after Merced police received a call from the child's mother, Benita Ramos, reporting a kidnapping. Sat Dec 7 2002 08:46:05  BRANDON OLQUIN case San Diego, California Murder charges filed against baby sitter -- (NBC San Diego)< i>Jose Manuel Rosales, 20, pleaded not guilty, and is being held in jail on $1 million bail. According to police, Rosales admitted that he'd thrown the baby in the air several times and that he'd fallen on the ground. Sat Dec 7 2002 00:16:56  The BAKLEY-BLAKE case Los Angeles, California Robert Blake hearing pushed back to February -- (abc NEWS) Blake's attorneys, Jennifer Keller and Thomas Mesereau Jr., who recently took the case from attorney Harland Braun, said they face the daunting task of studying some 42,000 documents and as well as 200 to 300 audiotapes before the hearing begins. Fri Dec 6 2002 23:31:31  The SNIPER case Tacoma, Washington Wash. workers report seeing sniper suspect -- (Newsday) Two employees said they saw sniper suspect John Lee Malvo earlier this year at a gun shop where the rifle used in the Washington-area shootings later went missing, according to an affidavit by federal agents. Fri Dec 6 2002 23:23:16  The ALICE DONOVAN case Brunswick County, North Carolina SC kidnap victim believed dead -- (WSAZ) Police in North Carolina say they're no longer searching for a living kidnap victim. Instead, investigators say they hope to find the remains of Alice Donovan. Fresh clue spurs seach for Donovan -- (Myrtle Beach Sun) It is important to find her as quickly as possible to preserve any evidence at the scene, he said. Fri Dec 6 2002 21:53:41  Gene Bibbins Baton Rouge, Louisiana Rape convict released after 2 DNA tests -- (CNN) A man who served 16 years of a life sentence for rape was ordered released from prison Friday after two DNA tests showed he didn't commit the crime. Fri Dec 6 2002 21:44:38  Little Rock, Arkansas Arkansas principal charged with handcuffing pupil -- (CNN) A principal at an Arkansas elementary school has been charged with battery against a minor for allegedly handcuffing an unruly 9-year-old student as a punishment, prosecutors said on Friday. Fri Dec 6 2002 21:39:56  Ernest Basden Raleigh, North Carolina North Carolina man executed for murder of insurance agent -- (CNN) A man who killed a North Carolina insurance agent a decade ago as part of a murder-for-hire scheme was executed by injection early Friday. Fri Dec 6 2002 21:31:01  Mineola, New York Man convicted in internet kidnap, rape of girl, 15 -- (Fox News) A Long Island man was found guilty Friday of the sadomasochistic kidnapping and rape of a Massachusetts girl he befriended via the Internet. Fri Dec 6 2002 18:18:06  San Diego, California Injured baby dies at hospital -- (NBC San Diego) A 10-month-old boy allegedly beaten by a babysitter died Friday, according to the San Diego County Medical Examiner's Office.The child had been on life support at Childrens Hospital since Wednesday. His babysitter, 20-year-old Jose Rivera-Reyes, was arrested on suspicion of child murder. He is now expected to be charged with murder. Fri Dec 6 2002 12:47:28  WINONA RYDER case Beverly Hills, California Ryder sentenced to 3 years probation -- (CNN) Actress Winona Ryder was sentenced on Friday to three years probation and ordered to get psychological and drug counseling, bringing to close a very non-routine shoplifting case. Fri Dec 6 2002 11:30:02  The "AMERICAN BEAUTY" case San Diego, California Rossum defense requests new trial -- (NBC San Diego) The defense team for the former San Diego coroner's office toxicologist convicted of murdering her husband believes she should have a new trial. Fri Dec 6 2002 09:12:23  KACIE WOODY case Holland, Arkansas Police: San Diego man kills girl he met in chat room -- (NBC San Diego) Kacie Rene Woody was found shot to death Wednesday night in the van of a 47-year-old man from the San Diego area, David Fuller, who police say then took his own life. Kacie had disappeared from her home in Holland, Ark., the night before. Fri Dec 6 2002 06:46:52  Boulder, Colorado DNA disclosed in Ramsey case -- (The Daily Camera) A court document released this week shows that Boulder police discovered a previously undisclosed DNA sample at the scene of JonBenet Ramsey's slaying. Fri Dec 6 2002 06:31:08  The MARCIANA MONIA RINGO case Baltimore, Maryland Appeal for missing girl's return -- (Baltimore Sun) The parents of an 8-year-old Northwood girl missing since Tuesday morning stood before television cameras last night at Baltimore's police headquarters in an appeal for her safe return, as the mystery surrounding the disappearance deepened. Thur Dec 5 2002 18:19:21  The SAMANTHA BURNS case Huntington, West Virginia State troopers collect soil samples in search for Burns -- (The Herald-Dispatch) Three weeks have passed since the disappearance of 19-year-old Marshall student Samantha Burns, and police are still seeking clues as to her whereabouts. Thur Dec 5 2002 16:29:24  The SOCIETY MURDERS Melbourne, Australia Call for inquest into society murders -- (ninemsn) An inquest into the murders of millionaire Margaret Wales-King and her husband Paul King would help solve the family's nagging questions about their death, a criminal law expert said. Thur Dec 5 2002 14:49:29  Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Coach gets 15 years for taking cheerleaders to London for sex -- (KCAL9) A cheerleading coach convicted of taking two teenage girls to London for sex was sentenced Thursday to 15 years in prison. Thur Dec 5 2002 14:28:34 MIRANDA GADDIS & ASHLEY POND cases Portland, Oregon Handcuffs, hair found in Weaver's storage unit -- (KGW) Police investigating the murder of two Oregon City girls found hair, phone cords and handcuffs in a storage unit used by the man accused of killing them, according to court documents released Thursday. DHS workers fired for Ashley report -- (KGW) The Oregon Department of Human Services fired two employees for mishandling allegations of sexual abuse of Ashley Pond. Thur Dec 5 2002 14:20:25  CANNIE MELINDA BULLOCK case Inmate DNA revives '79 case -- (Denver Post) A delicate strand of DNA has linked a habitual Colorado child molester to the rape and murder of an 8-year-old California girl 23 years ago. Cannie Melinda Bullock was raped, beaten, choked and slain on Aug. 25, 1979, in San Pablo, an East Bay town near Oakland. Veteran investigators, haunted by the case they couldn't crack for more than two decades, had seen their hopes dashed more than once. Thur Dec 5 2002 14:10:07 California Sex offender faces 250 years in jail for Sebastopol rape -- (Fresno Bee) A paroled sex offender is facing a 250-year prison sentence after he was convicted of kidnapping and raping a 15-year-old girl at a Sebastopol trailer park. Jermaine Casey was convicted yesterday by a Sonoma County jury. He has two prior convictions for violent sex crimes in Ventura County. Thur Dec 5 2002 12:27:16 KELLIE NELSON case Salt Lake City, Utah Boyfriend's ex held in slaying of girlfriend -- (SL Tribune) A 28-year-old woman is accused of killing her ex-lover's girlfriend, whose body was found burning Sunday on a pile of trash off Interstate 80, authorities said. The woman was arrested Tuesday after undergoing several hours of interviews at the Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office, Sheriff Aaron Kennard said Wednesday. Thur Dec 5 2002 12:22:20  The BLAGG case Grand Junction, Colorado Prosecutors fight Blagg bail reduction -- (GJ Sentinel) Prosecutors have objected to a request from lawyers for accused murderer Michael Blagg to reduce his bond, saying Blagg is a high risk to flee the area and that the likelihood of convicting him is "strong." Thur Dec 5 2002 09:45:57  JOHN LESLIE London, England Presenter John Leslie arrested -- (BBC) TV presenter John Leslie has been arrested in connection with allegations of rape and indecent assault.He is being questioned at an unnamed police station in London. Wed Dec 4 2002 21:43:34  Aurora, Missouri Twins strapped in car seats bitten repeatedly by rats -- (Springfield News-Leader) Boyfriend says infants and their brother, 2, were being checked on every 10 minutes. Wed Dec 4 2002 20:19:37  Chicago, Illinois FBI wants Southland's help in kidnapping case -- (Daily South Town) The Federal Bureau of Investigation is asking Southland residents to be on the lookout for a 48-year-old Michigan man suspected of kidnapping his children and killing his girlfriend. Patrick Michael Gleeson, whose last known address is in Holland, Mich., was spotted in the Lansing area Friday and is believed to still be in the Chicago area, the FBI said. At the time of the sighting Friday, Gleeson was driving a 1995 Ford Aerostar blue minivan with Illinois license plates CKT 764. Wed Dec 4 2002 20:05:06  MIA POWASSIN case Warroad, Minnesota 14-year-old to be tried as adult in death of toddler --(StarTribune)A 14-year-old boy has been certified to stand trial as an adult in the death of a toddler in Warroad, Minn., last July. Wed Dec 4 2002 20:01:16  Davisha Brantley-Gillum case St. Paul, Minnesota Gang member gets life in killing of 4-year-old girl -- (Star Tribune) A St. Paul gang member convicted of murder in the shooting death of 4-year-old Davisha Brantley-Gillum was sentenced Wednesday to a life prison term without the possibility of parole. Wed Dec 4 2002 19:57:00  VANCOUVER'S MISSING WOMEN Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Media ban sought In Vancouver serial killer trial -- (E&P.com) A lawyer for an accused serial killer on Monday told a Vancouver court that international media attention, especially from U.S. tabloid shows, threatens his client's upcoming murder trial. Ritchie, who is defending Pickton, a suburban Vancouver pig farmer accused of murdering at least 16 women, said that in the age of the Internet, "a mere ban of publication does not have a chance to be effective." Wed Dec 4 2002 19:17:32 Westminster, Maryland Mother allegedly tries to sell baby -- (ABC News) Judith Garland has been in jail since October on drug charges. Her bail was $250. She called a family friend who was caring for Garland's two-year-old son Thomas and offered her a chilling proposal. She offered to sell her son for the amount of her bail. The family friend notified police. Wed Dec 4 2002 18:44:49  WINONA RYDER Beverly Hills, California Winona was a walking pharmacy, says DA -- (NY Post) Pixie pilferer Winona Ryder had eight different painkillers and tranquilizers on her when she was busted for shoplifting more than $5,500 worth of designer duds from a posh Beverly Hills store, a prosecutor revealed yesterday. Wed Dec 4 2002 18:15:00  TED BUNDY Tallahassee, Florida Arson suspected at former Ted Bundy home -- (Newsday) Arsonists or transients probably started the fire that heavily damaged an abandoned home once rented by serial killer Ted Bundy, authorities said Wednesday. Wed Dec 4 2002 16:32:14  The CHRISTA WORTHINGTON case Truro, Massachusetts Tip line eyed in slaying probe -- (The Boston Globe) Nearly a year after Christa Worthington was found slain in her Cape Cod home, relatives of the fashion writer and law enforcement officials are finalizing plans to start a tip line and possibly a $25,000 reward fund to jump-start the investigation that has drawn national news coverage, but no arrests. Reward cash raised to find Cape fashion writer's killer -- (Boston Herald) "People are trying to make something happen. Everyone feels a little strange that there's been no one charged. Maybe this will help," New York pal Steve Radlauer said yesterday. Wed Dec 4 2002 12:42:32  Williamsport, Pennsylvania Mobster, wife accused of sperm-smuggling -- (Newsday) One of five New York mobsters believed to have smuggled their sperm out of a Pennsylvania prison to impregnate their wives has been indicted, along with his wife, on a charge of criminal conspiracy. Wed Dec 4 2002 10:22:45  The LONGO case Newport, Oregon Longo describes 'humiliating' lifestyle -- (KOIN) Alleged multiple murderer Christian Longo lived with his family in a cheap motel and fed them ramen noodles and bread because of money troubles in the weeks before their murder, court documents show. Author working on Longo book -- (KGW) A true-crime author working on a book about accused killer Christian Longo helped convince a Lincoln County court to release the transcript of a four-hour interview with him. Wed Dec 4 2002 08:01:13  The ELIZABETH SMART case Salt Lake City, Utah Dedicated decorations: Festival of Trees includes tributes -- (Salt Lake Tribune) There will be more than one tree bearing baby blue ornaments and tiny harps in honor of Elizabeth Smart when the 32nd Annual Festival of Trees opens tonight at South Towne Expo Center in Sandy. Wed Dec 4 2002 07:56:00 San Diego, California San Diego Marine arrested for beating 7-week-old daughter -- (SD Tribune) A 22-year-old Marine has been arrested for severely beating his 7-week-old daughter, San Diego County Sheriff's authorities said Tuesday. Pvt. Joshua Zubrod, who had been stationed at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego, was booked into jail Monday on eight counts of felony child abuse. He was being held on $240,000 bond. Tues Dec 3 2002 21:37:07  The JOSHUA GUIMOND case Collegeville, Minnesota Concert to benefit missing student -- (St. Cloud Times) A benefit concert will be Thursday for Joshua Guimond, a St. John's University junior who has been missing since Nov. 9. Tues Dec 3 2002 21:28:04  The BAKLEY-BLAKE case Los Angeles, California Judge sets Blake civil trial date -- (E! Online) The once-upon-a-time Baretta star, accused of murdering wife Bonny Lee Bakley, can pencil in a June 30 appointment on his increasingly complicated court calendar. Tues Dec 3 2002 19:05:47  The HESS case Henry County, West Virginia Virginia girl charged with trying to kill three family members -- (News&Record) Authorities have charged Jessica Dawn Hess, 15, of 535 Summitt Road, with attempted capital murder, two counts of attempted murder, arson and grand larceny. Hess has not been captured. Tues Dec 3 2002 18:44:20  The CHRISTA WORTHINGTON case Truro, Massachusetts Worthington family will post reward in search for killer -- (Cape Cod Times) Friends and family members of Christa Worthington are setting up a reward and tip line to help track down her killer. Details are not complete, but the reward is expected to be $25,000. |
