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Wed July 28 2004 22:45:10  The KOBE BRYANT Case Colorado Bumbling Colorado court IDs alleged rape victim--for third time -- (smokinggun) he surname of the 20-year-old woman was included in a two-page court order that was posted this afternoon on the official court web site. Wed July 28 2004 09:49:33  Vancouver, British Columbia Abducted girl found in Vancouver -- (Cnews) A four-year-old girl snatched from her suburban Philadelphia home during a custody battle 2 1/2 years ago was reunited with her grandmother after an investigator tracked her to Western Canada. Wed July 28 2004 09:46:54  St. Clair Shores, Michigan Mich. Woman Kills Baby Daughter, Herself -- (myway) Daniel Moffitt found the body of his 37-year-old wife, Mary Ellen Moffitt, on the couple's bed Monday. Police say she killed herself, apparently by putting a plastic bag over her head. The baby, Caroline, was found on the couch, tightly wrapped in a blanket and also dead of asphyxiation. Wed July 28 2004 09:44:38  Toms River, New Jersey Body Found in N.J. Believed to Be Teen -- (myway) A body unearthed from a shallow grave in a wooded area is likely that of a 16-year-old girl believed murdered at the hands of a family acquaintance, authorities said. Ocean County Prosecutor Thomas F. Kelaher said the body found Tuesday is "in all likelihood" that of Brittney Gregory. Tues July 27 2004 16:32:28  The LORI HACKING case Salt Lake City, Utah Family members move belongings -- (KUTV) Crime scene tape is no longer draped across the front door of Mark and Lori Hacking's apartment. Family members moved the couple's belongings out of the apartment at the complex they managed Tuesday morning. Volunteer search called off -- (KUTV) The family of Lori Hacking is ``taking a pause'' on the search for the woman. A spokesman for Lori Hacking's family members says they are asking that volunteers not meet at the command post today. Mon July 26 2004 11:39:53  The LORI HACKING case Salt Lake City, Utah Missing pregnant woman receiving upsetting phone call before disappearance -- (SFGate) Three days before her husband reported her missing, Lori Hacking took a phone call at work that left her stunned and sobbing, her colleagues at a brokerage house told The Associated Press. Search for Hacking expands -- (SL Tribune) Police stay mum about reports of blood evidence. Mon July 26 2004 09:47:04  The ERIC SEARS case Carlsbad, California Family mourns teen; lawyer hired for friend -- (North County Times) As family, friends and neighbors tried to come to terms yesterday with the likely death of Eric Sears, the family of Ben Fogelstrom, Eric's camping partner and high school friend, has hired a defense attorney. Sun July 25 2004 11:44:31  The LORI HACKING Case Salt Lake City, Utah Search for missing Utah jogger expands to landfill -- (ModBee) Salt Lake City police Detective Dwayne Baird met for more than an hour Saturday with the family of 27-year-old Lori Hacking, who has been missing since Monday and is reportedly five weeks pregnant. Detective Dwayne Baird, spokesman, Salt Lake City Police (:14) -- (ModBee) Audio Sun July 25 2004 11:38:33  The ERIC SEARS case Joshua Tree National Park, California Searchers pack up; family friend, searcher says body was missing Carlsbad teen -- (NCTimes) Volunteer searchers packed up their camp site at this rugged desert park and left Saturday, a day after a search party found a body believed to be that of missing Carlsbad teenager Eric Sears. Male body found in Joshua Tree -- (Deseret SUn) An autopsy will be conducted in Perris, possibly as early as Monday, Cpl. Dennis Gutierrez said. The body was badly decomposed, due to high temperature and animal activity, which will slow efforts to identify the body, he said. Sat July 24 2004 23:10:41  The MAURA MURRAY case New Hampshire Father denied access -- (Caledonian Record) Haverhill police are refusing to release information regarding a February accident involving a Massachusetts woman and her subsequent disappearance. Sat July 24 2004 22:33:08  New Brunswick, New Jersey N.K. Man Gets 69 Years in Death of Wife -- (Las Vegas Sun) A man has been sentenced to 69 years in prison for beating his wife to death with a sledgehammer and a board spiked with nails. Sat July 24 2004 22:28:53 The LORI HACKING Case Salt Lake City, Utah Utah Woman Still Missing Despite Searches -- (Las Vegas Sun) Salt Lake City police Detective Dwayne Baird met for more than an hour Saturday with the family of 27-year-old Lori Hacking, who has been missing since Monday and is reportedly five weeks pregnant. Police Search for Utah Jogger at Landfill -- (Las Vegas Sun) Sat July 24 2004 16:56:39  The TAMRA KEEPNESS Case Regina Saskatchewan Family members worried about alleged assault victim -- (CBC) CBC News has learned that family members are worried about a man who was allegedly beaten on the night Tamra Keepness disappeared. Russell Sheepskin was the victim of an alleged assault at the home of the missing five-year-old. Tamra's stepfather, Dean McArthur, is accused of that assault.Rocky Sheepskin has not seen his brother for more than a week now and he is starting to get worried. Burnt van sifted in Regina girl case -- (Cnews) Thur July 22 2004 22:16:17  The ERIC SEARS case California Authorities search Carlsbad home of friend of missing hiker -- (SD Union Tribune) The Riverside County Sheriff's Department said deputies and local police executed the search warrant at 10:30 a.m. at the Carlsbad home of Ben Fogelstrom, who was hiking with Eric Sears, 17, before his friend vanished. Thur July 22 2004 14:01:57  The CECILIA ZHANG Case Toronto, Ontario Student charged with killing schoolgirl Cecilia Zhang -- (National Post) Min Chen, 21, a visa student from China, has been charged with first-degree murder, said Peel police Chief Noel Catney. Thur July 22 2004 13:47:12  The BROOKE WILBERGER abduction Corvallis, Oregon Investigators look into cinder block purchase -- (KATU) While investigators try to determine if a suspected 'panty thief' is connected to the disappearance of 19-year-old Brooke Wilberger, a new piece of information has surfaced. Thur July 22 2004 10:10:25  The CECILIA ZHANG case Toronto, Ontario Arrests made in Cecilia's death -- (CBC) Peel Regional Police have announced the arrest of two people in the disappearance and murder of nine-year-old Cecilia Zhang. Peel Police Chief Noel Catney told media Thursday morning that two people were under arrest, but they were not part of the little girl's family. The department will hold a press conference 1 p.m. Thursday to discuss what it called a "major development." Indepth - Cecilia Zhang -- (CBC) Thur July 22 2004 09:49:31 The LORI HACKING case Salt Lake City, Utah Did husband lie? Hacking not accepted to med school -- (Deseret News) Mark Hacking, the husband of missing jogger Lori Hacking, has not been accepted at medical school and never graduated from college, his father said Wednesday. Spotlight on husband: Lies muddle probe -- (Salt Lake Tribune) As searchers spent a third day knocking on doors and scouring City Creek Canyon for any sign of a missing Salt Lake City woman, her husband's relatives were stunned to learn Wednesday he lied about his education. Wed July 21 2004 22:46:08 The ERIC SEARS case California Search for missing Joshua Tree hiker scaled back -- (KESQ) The search for the missing hiker has been scaled back immensely today. The search that once consisted of nearly 170 people is now down to just a handful of family members and park rangers. Wed July 21 2004 18:26:33 The LEIGH MATTHEWS kidnapping South Africa Missing Leigh died 5 days ago -- (news24) The body of Leigh Matthews, believed to have been kidnapped almost two weeks ago, was found south of Johannesburg on Wednesday, police confirmed. Wed July 21 2004 16:43:32  The BRITTNEY GREGORY case New Jersey Wooded area is focus of search for missing girl feared slain -- (Newsday) Authorities searched a swampy, wooded area Wednesday for a missing teen girl who is feared dead. Gregory has been not been seen since July 11. Wed July 21 2004 16:26:25  The MICHEL FOURNIRET case Sart-Custinne, Belgium Missing au pair mystery remains -- (news24) Belgian investigators failed on Wednesday to find the body of a young girl allegedly murdered by self-confessed serial killer Michel Fourniret after digging in two places indicated by Fourniret's estranged wife. Wed July 21 2004 16:12:39  The MONICA DRAPPER case Florida Police make arrest in teenager's death -- (WESH) Orlando police have gotten a break in the case of a murdered teenager. Wed July 21 2004 14:22:57  The LORI KAY HACKING case Salt Lake City, Utah Searchers return to park to seek pregnant jogger -- (MSNBC) Baird said Lori Hacking was seen by a witness Monday morning when she was stretching near the park; he said her car was found near the front gates of the park. Tues July 20 2004 22:41:28  The PETERSON trial Redwood City, California Peterson got private mailbox before wife vanished -- (Court TV) On the day before he reported his wife missing, Scott Peterson rented a post office box where he later received private correspondence from his mistress, an investigator testified Tuesday. Tues July 20 2004 19:22:23  The ROSA SANDOVAL case San Antonio, Texas Missing girl's mother upset with police -- (KSAT) Teresa Sandoval wants to set the record straight about the disappearance of her 12-year-old daughter Rosa -- her family has nothing to do with it. Tues July 20 2004 12:13:25  The BRIANNA MAITLAND disappearance Vermont Parents of missing girl try new tactic -- (Caledonian Record) Brianna's parents, Kellie and Bruce Maitland, are acting on leads they have received - leads taking them elsewhere in Vermont as well as to the New York City area. Tues July 20 2004 11:05:21  Eagle, Colorado Bryant case accuser balks at Web posts -- (Chicago Sun Times) The attorney for the woman accusing NBA star Kobe Bryant of rape on Monday urged the judge to stop posting court documents on the Web, saying she and her family are worried about her safety. Bryant accuser has considered backing out of case -- (Denver Post) Tues July 20 2004 09:43:35  The ERIC SEARS case California Police suspect foul play in search for missing hiker -- (The Desert Sun) A hiker missing for more than four days in Joshua Tree National Park might have met with foul play, say sheriff’s officials seeking clues into his disappearance. Mon July 19 2004 18:45:09  The TAMRA KEEPNESS case Regina, Saskatchewan Stepfather charged with altercation -- (National Post) In another development, police said they were looking for two vehicles: an orange 1973 Volkswagen van and a red-and-silver 1989 GMC 1500 pickup truck with a 4X4 decal on the side toward the back. Mon July 19 2004 18:14:25  Woonsocket, Rhode Island Woonsocket man named primary suspect in case of missing women -- (Boston.com) A 33-year-old Woonsocket man was named the "primary suspect" on Monday in an investigation into the disappearance of three women, who are presumed dead. Police haven't charged Jeffrey Mailhot in connection with the disappearances, but said no other suspects are being sought. Mon July 19 2004 13:19:14  Atlanta, Georgia DNA Test Sought for Ga. Death Row Inmate -- (Las Vegas Sun) Defense attorneys are rallying around the case of a death row inmate scheduled to die for kidnapping, raping and murdering his 2-year-old niece. They argue that DNA tests on two newly discovered hairs could prove he isn't the killer. Sun July 18 2004 22:53:14  Korea Suspected serial killer nabbed -- (The Korea Times) Police on Sunday said they have captured a serial killer suspected of murdering at least 20 people in Seoul and other areas from September last year. Sun July 18 2004 15:18:40 New Delhi, India Delhi zoo abuzz with sensational murder mystery -- (newkerala) A day after the gruesome murder of a 25-year-old woman outside the tiger enclosure, whispers of caution buzzed through the air as anxious parents led their children around the Delhi zoo here. Sun July 18 2004 14:50:50  The MARK JACKSON disappearance Fort Lauderdale, Florida Local gay man vanishes from residence -- (Express Gay News) Police are describing the incident as a “suspicious disappearance,” but it is being investigated by the homicide unit. Sun July 18 2004 12:28:43  misdemeanor charges of battery and possession of an alligator Port Orange, Florida Man Accused of Hitting Woman With Gator -- (Las Vegas Sun) A man hit his girlfriend with a 3-foot alligator and threw beer bottles at her during an argument in the couple's mobile home, authorities said. Sun July 18 2004 10:21:12  The LEIGH MATTHEWS kidnapping South Africa Kidnap family calls in top British expert -- (Sunday Times) The parents of Leigh Matthews have imposed a news blackout on their daughter's kidnapping on the advice of the world's top anti-kidnap experts. Sun July 18 2004 09:42:21  India Family of seven found dead -- (Chennai Online) In a tragic incident, a family of seven, including two children and two women, were found dead under mysterious circumstances this morning at their residence at Tollygunge area in the southern part of the city, police said. Sun July 18 2004 09:22:03  The MOLLY DATTILO case Indianapolis, Indiana IUPUI student missing; police have no leads -- (Indy Star) Molly Dattilo, 23, a Madison native who had been attending summer classes at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, was last seen the evening of July 6 as she headed to a fast-food restaurant to apply for a job. Sat July 17 2004 17:05:26  Milwaukee, Wisconsin 3 Charged in Group Beating of Wis. Teen -- (Las Vegas Sun) Three men were charged in a beating that left a 14-year-old boy in a coma, including one man accused of hitting the victim's head with a piece of lumber. Fri July 16 2004 21:08:30  Decatur, Alabama Teen Charged With Murder of 10-Year-Old -- (newsday) 14-year-old boy has been charged with murder in the death of a 10-year-old who suffocated in a hot clothes dryer. The teenager, whose name was not released because of his age, was arrested Thursday in the July 4 death of Clinton Allen Weeks, one of four boys who were unsupervised at Weeks' home in northern Alabama. Fri July 16 2004 19:51:17  The DRYER DEATH case Decatur, Alabama Alabama teen charged with murder -- (WOOD-TV) A 14-year-old Alabama boy has been charged with murder. He's accused of killing a ten-year-old playmate in a clothes dryer by turning on the machine. Fri July 16 2004 19:44:39  The JUSTIN HELZER trial Martinez, California Helzer found legally sane, could face execution -- (Oakland Tribune) Convicted murderer Justin Helzer could face the death penalty after a jury on Thursday found he was legally sane when he participated in the summer 2000 killings of five people. Fri July 16 2004 15:40:06  The MIKE DANTON case East St. Louis, Illinois Danton pleads guilty in murder plot -- (Newsday) Former St. Louis Blues player Mike Danton admitted Friday that he sought to have his agent killed as part of a plot that unraveled when the would-be hit man turned out to be a police informant. Thur July 15 2004 19:19:22  The LACI PETERSON homicide California Phone transcripts reveal slight variation in Peterson's account -- (Modesto Bee) Both transcripts, previously viewed by jurors in Peterson's murder trial and made public Wednesday, highlight subtle variations in his story and give glimpses into his account of the last hours he saw his wife alive. Thur July 15 2004 19:10:45  The JODI HUISENTRUIT case Mason City, Iowa Iowa police investigate remains -- (Star-Tribune) More than nine years after the disappearance of TV news anchor Jodi Huisentruit, investigators in Mason City descended on a house in a rural area Wednesday after workers discovered what authorities said appear to be human remains behind the house. Thur July 15 2004 18:43:04 The Julia "Deede" Buchanan Keller case San Diego, California Corpe found in trunk may be missing realtor -- (nbc) San Diego police found a corpse in the trunk of Mercedes parked downtown on Thursday afternoon, and officials said the vehicle may be connected to a missing Realtor. Thur July 15 2004 18:26:39  SARAH ALLEN Sydney Park, AU. Masked teens set girl on fire--(News.com.au)A NINE-year-old was fighting for her life last night after being set alight by two masked girls in a Sydney park.Witnesses said the teenage attackers fled as Sarah Allen screamed and erupted into a "human torch". Thur July 15 2004 18:16:16  Regina, Saskatoon New Amber Alert 'would not have helped Tamra'— RCMP -- (CBC) The Amber Alert program that helps find abducted children was officially launched in Saskatchewan Thursday. But Saskatchewan RCMP officers say it would not have helped in the case of the missing five-year-old, Tamra Keepness Thur July 15 2004 15:13:10  VANESA BRANCHEAU Nework,Ohio Girl missing nine years from California found in Ohio, sheriff's office says--(SDUnionTribune.com)A girl reported missing in California nine years ago was found in Ohio, living under a different name with her mother, authorities said.Prosecutors said a woman recognized the girl's picture from the Web site of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and called sheriff's deputies. Thur July 15 2004 10:33:43  The LIGIA RAE COLLINS case Burlington, Vermont Police ay two are suspects -- (WCAX) A boyfriend and girlfriend who lived in the same house as missing mother of missing two Ligia Rae Collins are now considered suspects in her murder, police say. Wed July 14 2004 20:03:22  Greater Manchester, England Internet porn police arrest 45--(BBCNews)Forty five people have been arrested after police raided 50 homes in Greater Manchester in connection with alleged child pornography offences. Wed July 14 2004 19:58:55  HANNAH FOSTER murder England Hannah hotline receives 134 calls--(BBCNews)A telephone hotline set up in India by the parents of murdered English schoolgirl Hannah Foster has received 134 calls in just 24 hours. Wed July 14 2004 17:10:13 Oregon Classmates say Kim known for off-color remarks -- (KATU) An accused underwear thief who has been named a person of interest in the disappearance of 19-year-old Brooke Wilberger once alarmed his college classmates by telling them that he could kill at will because he was "one of Christ's angels." Tues July 13 2004 16:01:23 The Tamra Keepness disappearance Regina, Saskatchewan Police end search for Tamra, offer reward -- (CBC) Regina police confirmed Tuesday they've officially called off the search for five-year-old Tamra Keepness, but promised their investigation would continue, and also posted a $25,000 reward for information on her whereabouts. "We will find Tamra," Regina Police Chief Cal Johnston told a news conference Tuesday afternoon. "If there has been criminal conduct, we will find those involved." Regina Police Service -- The Regina Police Service is offering a reward of $25,000.00 for information that leads to the whereabouts of Tamra Jewel Keepness. Information can be forwarded to the Regina Police Service at (306) 777-6500 or e-mail tips@police.regina.sk.ca Crime Stoppers at (306) 545-TIPS (545-8477) or toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). Tues July 13 2004 15:18:24  The JULIA KELLER case El Segundo, California Missing Realtor Possibly Taken by Force -- (KABC) Investigators believe a missing El Segundo woman may have been taken from her home against her will. Police say circumstances in the woman's home lead them to believe Julia Keller was taken forcibly. Tues July 13 2004 10:57:56 The MAURA MURRAY disappearance New Hampshire Police search again for clues in student's disappearance -- (The Champlain Channel) Haverhill Police Chief Jeff Williams said at least 50 officers will return to the town Tuesday morning to search around Route 112. Tues July 13 2004 08:53:54 Anne Arundel County, Maryland Suspect charged with 3 long-unsolved slayings -- (Baltimore Sun) Alexander Wayne Watson Jr., 34, was charged with first-degree murder in the killings of two mothers - Fort Meade employee Boon Tem Anderson in 1986 and jogger Mary Elaine Shereika in 1988 - and high school freshman Lisa Kathleen Haenel in 1993, police said. Tues July 13 2004 08:51:00 The TAMRA KEEPNESS Disappearance Regina, Saskatchewan Police suspend search for Tamra -- (CBC) Police in Regina said Tuesday they are suspending the search for five-year-old Tamra Keepness, who has been missing since the night of July 5. They are refusing to comment on their reasons until a news conference planned for later Tuesday. Tamra's mom lashes out at cops -- (Star Phoenix) Keepness contends her 10-year-old daughter Summer Favel was taken downtown to the police station and questioned without an adult family member present. |
