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Thur Nov 20 2003 01:27:49 The JAIDYN LESKIE inquest Moe, Australia Jaidyn Leskie town gets once over -- (Herald Sun) Jaidyn Leskie spectacle continued yesterday as the inquest participants travelled to Moe. Jaidyn given 'abused drug' -- (news.com.au) A deadly drug given to toddler Jaidyn Leskie before his death was commonly abused in the town of Moe, an inquest was told today. Inquest into Leskie death allows prisoner statements -- (abc) Again this morning a high profile criminal investigation is raising questions about Australia's double jeopardy laws. Leskie Coroner criticises Legal Aid Victoria -- (abc) On the first day of evidence at the Jaidyn Leskie inquest today, Victoria's State Coroner has savaged a decision by Legal Aid Victoria to reject an application by Greg Domaszewicz, the man acquitted of the toddler's murder five years ago. Thur Nov 20 2003 01:07:21 The DENA CARTER disappearance Savannah, Georgia Mother packs missing woman's belongings -- (WTOC-TV) Imagine your daughter gone without a trace just as she's about to become a parent herself. That's what Diane Crooms is going through. Her daughter, Georgia Southern graduate student Dena Carter--some six months pregnant at the time -- disappeared more than two months ago. Wed Nov 19 2003 11:04:07  New Orleans, Louisiana Man convicted of trying to kill officer -- (Nola) Brandy J. Jefferson, 32, faces at least 50 years in prison for being a repeat offender found guilty of attempted first-degree murder in the shooting of officer Christopher Abbott. Wed Nov 19 2003 08:38:34  The CYNTHIA LAMB disappearance Molalla, Oregon Tip on teen leads to dead end -- (Oregonian) Investigators on the case of a missing 16-year-old Gresham girl chased a lead Tuesday night that she had run away and was at a home in east Multnomah County, but the information led to a dead end, police said. Wed Nov 19 2003 08:34:50  PROJECT KARE Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Force probes 83 slain or missing women cases -- (The Sun) Thirty investigators have been handed 83 cases as police probe what some fear is the serial killing of women. The 83 cases, RCMP said in announcing the task force yesterday, include missing persons files from across Alberta and women whose remains have been discovered. All were involved in what police call a "high-risk lifestyle," which includes prostitutes as well as women with addictions. Wed Nov 19 2003 07:15:58  The NANCY MACDUCKSTON disappearance Belmont and Davenport, California Psychic offers clue on missing person -- (San Jose Mercury News) On today's "Montel" show, Campbell-based psychic Sylvia Browne tells a Belmont man his missing wife is still alive and has joined a cult, according to the show's executive producer. Tues Nov 18 2003 15:52:39  The SANTE and KENNETH KIMES case Los Angeles, California Son pleads guilty to LA murder he allegedly planned with mother -- (SF Gate) Kenneth Kimes, part of a mother-son team convicted of killing a wealthy New York socialite, pleaded guilty Tuesday to the murder of a Los Angeles businessman. Prosecutors said he also agreed to testify against his 64-year-old mother. Tues Nov 18 2003 15:38:11  The PETERSON preliminary hearing California Judge rules Scott Peterson to stand trial -- (CNN) Stanislaus County Superior Court Judge Al Girolami decided that Peterson should be bound over for trial after the prosecution finished presenting evidence on the 12th day of a preliminary hearing. Tues Nov 18 2003 12:55:57  The SHAKIRA JOHNSON homicide Cleveland, Ohio Neighbor arrested in Shakira killing -- (The Plain Dealer) Shakira Johnson's blood links her death to a man who lived just two doors from where the little girl was last seen by her brother, police say. Police say 11-year-old girl’s blood found in suspect’s house -- (Mansfield Journal) Police say 11-year-old girl’s blood found in suspect’s house. Tues Nov 18 2003 12:24:27  MICHAEL JACKSON California Police search Michael Jackson's ranch -- (abc NEWS) The authorities executed a search warrant at the 45-year-old musician's sprawling home in the Santa Ynez Valley outside of Santa Barbara, said a sheriff's spokesman. Tues Nov 18 2003 09:40:56  The CYNTHIA LAMB disappearance Molalla, Oregon New details emerge about missing Molalla girl -- (KATU) The best friend of a 16-year old girl who disappeared from Molalla more than two weeks ago says the pair spent time in phone chat rooms talking to strangers. Friend: Missing girl frequented phone party lines -- (KOIN) Besides pouring over pages of Internet chat room transcripts, detectives are now looking into telephone party lines in the case of a missing 16-year-old girl. Tues Nov 18 2003 08:37:21  The JAIDYN LESKIE inquest Moe, Australia Bilynda's day for Jaidyn finally comes -- (Herald Sun) Bilynda Williams sat facing the Coroner. An hour into his search for answers she suppressed a yawn. She had lobbied and badgered and finally won an inquest into the 1997 death of her son, Jaidyn. .J. trial experts to give evidence in Leskie case -- (Herald Sun) The much-anticipated inquest opened yesterday with a taste of new evidence not explored at the trial of babysitter Greg Domaszewicz, who was found not guilty of Jaidyn's murder. DNA woman: I did not kill Jaidyn -- (Herald Sun) A woman whose DNA was found on a bib discovered with Jaidyn Leskie's body denies killing him. "I have never been to Moe in my life," the 23-year-old rape victim said. Tues Nov 18 2003 07:18:10  The KATHLEEN PETERSON homicide Durham, North Carolina Peterson gawkers are not welcome at sale -- (Herald-Sun) Visitors to convicted murderer Michael Peterson's estate tag sale this week will not see any much-discussed fireplace blow pokes, nor will they walk near the stairway where Peterson was found to have beaten his wife to death. Mon Nov 17 2003 14:35:07  The LEEANNA WARNER abduction Chisholm, Minnesota Suspect's possible involvement surfaces again -- (The Virginian) Matthew James Curtis’ possible involvement in the Leanna Warner case is once again coming to the surface. However, Chisholm Police Department Chief Scott Erickson is encouraging the public not to jump to any conclusions. Mon Nov 17 2003 14:22:34  The BERTHA ANGUILANO abduction Carson City, Nevada Focus of probe in missing mother case shifts to Fallon -- (RGJ) Law enforcement authorities planned to interview Fallon residents today in the continuing search for a Carson City woman whose 3-year-old son was abandoned at a store 12 miles from their home. Mon Nov 17 2003 13:50:42  The PATRICK DENNEHY homicide Waco, Texas Dotson is innocent, Dennehy Sr. lawyer says -- (SunSpot) An attorney for the father of slain Baylor University basketball player Patrick Dennehy says his investigation shows that Dennehy was killed by someone other than Carlton Dotson, the former North Dorchester High player charged in the crime. Mon Nov 17 2003 09:36:17  The BRIAN OGNJAN and DAVID TYLL disappearance Michigan Brothers sentenced to life in 1985 murder of hunters -- (Macomb Daily) This year, the families of two hunters who vanished in 1985 finally learned their fates. On Thursday, the brothers who murdered them learned theirs. Mon Nov 17 2003 07:15:58 The ALICIA EBORNE homicide England Man charged with Alicia's murder -- (BBC) The body of the 18-year-old was found earlier on Sunday by search experts on a thickly wooded slope near Denham Bridge at Buckland Monachorum on Dartmoor. Sun Nov 16 2003 14:58:17  The CYNTHIA LAMB disappearance Molalla, Oregon Park search finds no clues in search for Gresham teen -- (Oregonian) Dozens of volunteers, some led by trained search dogs, swept through 10 acres of open space Saturday looking for a 16-year-old Gresham girl who disappeared from this small rural town more than two weeks ago. Sun Nov 16 2003 14:49:26  The LACI PETERSON homicide Modesto, California Detective: Laci Peterson's body dressed in tan pants, contradicting husband's account -- (SF Gate) The pants matched a pair bought on Peterson's account at a Modesto maternity store, Det. Owen said. Tee twist in Laci slay alibi -- (NY Post) He had a tee time of about 9 a.m. or 9:30 on Dec. 24, and he never called to cancel it. Sat Nov 15 2003 15:16:03  China Chinese serial killer suspect arrested -- (Aljazeera) Police have arrested a man suspected of killing at least 65 people in a serial murder case rarely seen in China. Sat Nov 15 2003 10:14:02  The TABITHA TUDERS case Nashville, Tennessee Missing girl may be in Linton area -- (Daily Citizen) The Linton police became more involved in the case that has been featured on the John Walsh Show when a truck driver reported he thought he had seen the girl in Linton. Sat Nov 15 2003 10:04:23  The JOSE CALVO homicide Miami, Florida Suspicions in Calvo murder case turn to widow -- (nbc6) With the arrest of a suspect in the murder of a South Florida businessman, an attorney says unfair scrutiny is being directed at the dead man's widow. Cops: Suspect in Calvo murder 'cooperative' -- (Miami Herald) The man suspected of killing Coconut Grove businessman Jose Calvo is talking with Miami police but won't say if he will return voluntarily or await a lengthy extradition. Sat Nov 15 2003 08:37:08  The THEODORE "Ted" AMMON homicide East Hampton, New York Pelosi: I'm innocent in millionaire's slaying -- (Newsday) Daniel Pelosi's relationship with Generosa Ammon has made him the prime suspect in the 2001 slaying of millionaire Ted Ammon, and the focus of a Suffolk County grand jury empaneled in June. Fri Nov 14 2003 15:16:47  The POND-Gaddis homicides Oregon City, Oregon Weaver throws case into turmoil -- (Portland Tribune) Attorneys want out, judge issues gag order. What comes next? Fri Nov 14 2003 09:01:13 The CHLOE HOSUM abduction/homicide Sydney, Australia Chloe a victim of life on the fringe -- (The Australian) Last Saturday, Chloe Hoson's tiny body was found dumped amid beer bottles and rusted shopping trolleys at a nature reserve opposite the Lansdowne Park caravan community in Sydney's southwestern suburbs. Fri Nov 14 2003 08:15:53  The CYNTHIA LAMB case Molalla, Oregon Neighbors of missing teen hand over phone records -- (kOIN) Neighbors of missing teenager Cynthia Lamb are handing over their telephone records to investigators. Sketch released -- (KOIN) Police have released a sketch of a man they say is a person of interest in the missing teen case. Fri Nov 14 2003 07:12:13  The BERTHA ANGUIANO disappearance Carson City, Nevada Details emerge on missing Carson City woman -- (Reno Gazette-Journal) A first name provided by the 3-year-old son of a missing Carson City woman and further details from her husband Wednesday about possibly the same man gave authorities hope of finding Bertha Anguiano. Thur Nov 13 2003 09:54:38  The CECILIA ZHANG abduction Toronto, Ontario, Canada Zhangs' ex-tenants being questioned -- (The Star) Police investigating the disappearance of Cecilia Zhang say they want to interview "dozens" of former tenants who lived at the 9-year-old's North York home. Thur Nov 13 2003 08:24:20  The LACI PETERSON homicide Modesto, California Surveillance of Scott Peterson's home takes center stage -- (CNN) During Wednesday's hearing, Modesto Police Detective Al Brochinni said a closed-circuit surveillance camera was set up outside the Modesto home to monitor Scott Peterson's activities. Detective reveals techniques used to catch Peterson -- (SD Union Tribune) A detective who spent Christmas Eve questioning Scott Peterson and the next four months trying to find his missing wife testified Wednesday about how officers enlisted Peterson's friends, neighbors and mistress in the effort to snare him. Warehouse probe put in spotlight -- (Modesto Bee) The warehouse where Scott Peterson stored chemicals and products used in his work as a fertilizer salesman has been a major focus of testimony in Peterson's preliminary hearing on double-murder charges. Wed Nov 12 2003 16:26:19  The LOUISIANA SERIAL KILLINGS Baton Rouge, Louisiana Woman says LA serial killer tips were ignored -- (Fox News) A woman said she repeatedly gave investigators the name of serial killings suspect Derrick Todd Lee during the months that three women were murdered, but she was ignored. Wed Nov 12 2003 11:51:58  The CECILIA ZHANG abduction Toronto, Ontario, Canada Still no suspect in Cecilia case -- (Globe and Mail) Toronto Police said Tuesday there is still no suspect in the abduction of Cecilia Zhang, the nine-year-old girl who has been missing for 23 days. Police: No suspects in Cecilia case -- (Toronto Star) Toronto police admitted today they have no suspects in the abduction of Cecilia Zhang and took the unusual step of clearing her parents, saying that they wanted to dispel rumours that had them involved in her disappearance. Wed Nov 12 2003 07:09:55  The BAKLEY-BLAKE case California Exclusive: Robert Blake talks -- (CBS) Actor Robert Blake, now free on bail awaiting trial on charges of murdering his wife, Bonny Lee Bakley, grants 48 Hours Investigates exclusive access to the Malibu condominium, where he is now living under house arrest. Wed Nov 12 2003 06:51:23 The POND-GADDIS homicides Oregon City, Oregon Weaver may be working the press to squeeze out of jail -- (KATU) Ward Weaver may be trying to sabotage his own case, and legal experts said the gag order might be the judge's way of stopping it. Weaver's lawyers seek release from trial -- (KATU) The second group of lawyers appointed to represent Ward Weaver has asked to be excused from the case. Wed Nov 12 2003 06:10:47 The CYNTHIA LEE LAMB disappearance Molalla, Oregon Missing teen likely abducted -- (KOIN) Investigators say the longer she's missing, the more it makes them think Cynthia Lamb was taken against her will. Detective hunts for girl on several fronts -- (Oregon Live) Ron Lister consults the FBI, interviews dozens and works on a reward fund in the search for Cynthia Lamb. Tues Nov 11 2003 11:13:37  The SMITH-GARVER case Portland, Oregon Missing teen: How much danger does she face? -- (Portland Tribune) On Sept. 26, 15-year-old Michelle "Mimi" Smith and her 38-year-old, married softball coach, Andrew Garver, packed their considerable emotional baggage and left town, apparently together. That much, everyone seems to agree on. But whether the teenager is safe with Garver is open to debate. Tues Nov 11 2003 10:27:30  The ROBERT DURST trial Galveston, Texas Millionaire innocent of Texas murder -- (AP) A jury found eccentric New York millionaire Robert Durst innocent Tuesday of murdering an elderly neighbor, whose dismembered body was thrown into Galveston Bay. Tues Nov 11 2003 09:51:01  New York Nightmare on L.I.E. -- (NY Post) A mushroom hunter yesterday led police to a nude body buried under a tangle of leaves and branches off the Long Island Expressway - not far from a heavily wooded area where the bodies of two nude, headless and handless women were found dumped. Tues Nov 11 2003 09:25:28  The SAMANTHA BURNS case West Virginia Missing Samantha Burns -- (Herald-Dispatch) One year after MU student disappears, town, family still mourning loss. Tues Nov 11 2003 09:16:19  The JODIE LYNN CONNER case Little Falls, New York Remains found in missing woman's basement -- (CapitalNew9) A body was found buried in the basement of a missing 27-year-old woman's house in the Mohawk Valley. Mon Nov 10 2003 17:36:46  Washington Why did Ridgway do it? Experts say he's like other serial killers -- (Seattle Times) Though much is known about the personality traits most serial killers share, experts are still at a loss to explain what drives them to kill over and over again. Research hints that brain chemistry and structure may play a central role, but environment and upbringing are undoubtedly crucial as well. Mon Nov 10 2003 16:39:54  The CYNTHIA LEE LAMB disappearance Oregon Detectives scour e-mails for clues to missing girl -- (KOIN) [i]Cynthia Lamb disappeared the day before Halloween. No one knows for sure if she ran away or if someone took her.[/i] Mon Nov 10 2003 16:32:16  The ROBERT KISSEL homicide Hong Kong Wife charged with murder of US banker in Hong Kong -- (NZ Herald) An American investment banker's wife was charged with murder yesterday after her husband was killed with a golf club in his luxury Hong Kong home. Mon Nov 10 2003 10:57:40 The THEODORE AMMON homicide East Hampton, New York Mansion of blood -- (NY Post) A bedroom carpet pad stained with blood, a hallway door dusted by cops seeking a murderer's fingerprints, a doggy door that could have let a vicious intruder break in. Mon Nov 10 2003 10:22:31  Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Woman booked on murder complaint after child run over -- (Channel Oklahoma) Witness says woman threw child in front of car. Mon Nov 10 2003 09:45:37 The CHLOE HOSUM homicide Sydney, Australia Rage as accused killer of Chloe Hoson faces court -- (Herald Sun) Emotion boiled over in court yesterday as relatives and friends of murdered five-year-old Chloe Hoson lunged and shouted abuse at the man accused of raping and killing her. Sun Nov 9 2003 22:05:52  Jefferson City, Missouri Six-year-old boy suspected in grandfather's death -- (Fox News) A 6-year-old boy suspected of shooting his grandfather to death with a .22-caliber rifle has a history of mental illness and attacking family members, authorities said. Sun Nov 9 2003 16:03:50  The LACI PETERSON homicide Modesto, California Peterson mailbox is alleged -- (Modesto Bee) Scott Peterson told his lover in late December to send a Christmas present to his private mailbox, according to well-placed sources. Sun Nov 9 2003 15:40:44  The CYNTHIA LEE LAMB case Molalla, Oregon Man sought in disappearance cleared -- (The Oregonian) A man wanted for questioning in connection with last month's disappearance of a 16-year-old Gresham girl has been ruled out as a suspect. Sun Nov 9 2003 15:18:58  Rochester, New York Sleuths travel globe in murder probe -- (Fox News) Detective Brad Nelson's murder suspect hides in plain sight. An FBI agent has spoken with the man. Around the world, investigators have laid traps, which will spring shut if he makes a mistake, like returning to Rochester, or anywhere else with a watchful customs officer. Sat Nov 8 2003 14:36:01  The SYBERS case Panama City, Florida Canada orders former coroner out because of murder conviction -- (Herald Tribune) A former medical examiner who pleaded guilty to poisoning his wife in 1991 has been forced to leave his Canada home because of his conviction, according to his new wife. Sat Nov 8 2003 09:07:56  The HOLLY JONES homicide Toronto, Ontario, Canada Delay in plea of accused in Jones murder -- (Globe and Mail) The man accused of first-degree murder in the slaying of 10-year-old Holly Jones will not enter a plea until the full case against him is presented to his lawyers, likely sometime next year. Sat Nov 8 2003 08:26:29  The BOBBY MAYOTTE case New Odanah, Wisconsin Remains believed to be missing boy's -- (News-Tribune) At the prodding of Ashland County investigators, two former playmates of Bobby Mayotte finally told police what really happened to the boy who had been missing for 15 years until Thursday, said Sheriff John Kovach. Sat Nov 8 2003 08:13:35  The ROBBIE ROMERO disappearance Santa Fe, New Mexico Missing boy's police files still sealed -- (The New Mexico Channel) A family trying to learn what police have found out about their missing son has been denied access to the official records. Sat Nov 8 2003 08:09:40  The SUSANNAH CHASE homicide Boulder, Colorado Susannah Chase: A Colorado Cold Case -- (CBS4) Susannah Chase was a typical University of Colorado-Boulder co-ed, until the night she died a terrible death. Detectives have one key piece of evidence in her murder, and now, years later, investigators and her family are still waiting for the break that will crack this cold case. Sat Nov 8 2003 08:08:56  The NANCY MACDUCKSON case Davenport and Belmont, California In candlelight vigil, family and friends recall missing woman -- (San Mateo County Times) It has been more than two and a half months since Nancy MacDuckston's mysterious disapearance along the Pacific coast near the hamlet of Davenport in Santa Cruz County. Fri Nov 7 2003 16:29:54  The CYNTHIA LEE LAMB disappearance Molalla, Oregon Missing Girl's Internet Messages Probed -- (KATU) Information taken from a Molalla Public library computer suggests Cynthia Lamb -- who has been missing since October 30 – made a plea for someone to kidnap her. Fri Nov 7 2003 13:55:25  The KIMBERLY HOLTON homicide Dover, Delaware Teen killed in motel, dumped from plane -- (abc NEWS) A teenage girl was suffocated in a motel room, bound with duct tape and chains and dumped from an airplane into the Atlantic Ocean, police said Friday. |
