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LIVE: Medical examiner testifies in Aiden Fucci sentencing hearing

More than 22 months after 13-year-old Tristyn Bailey was found stabbed to death on May 9, 2021, in Durbin Crossing, her killer’s sentencing hearing begins Tuesday.

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JSO arrest two men nearly five months after deadly shooting

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office arrested Cameron Davis, 21, and Kijean John, 20, for murder and robbery. Last October, emergency crews responded to a shooting on Commonwealth Avenue. Julio Rivera, 34, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Jane Fonda suggests murder as an option to fight anti-abortion laws

Jane Fonda suggests murder as an option to fight anti-abortion laws

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Murdaugh murder trial: Defense delivers closing arguments

Alex Murdaugh and his family long dominated the legal scene in his small, rural South Carolina county where the only roads in are two lanes.

DNA could crack a notorious Florida cold case

It was among Florida’s oldest unsolved crimes on record, notorious for its brutality, as well as for a pool of suspects that numbered over 600. High among them: The killers made infamous in Truman Capote’s true crime classic “In Cold Blood.”

JSO report details what led to arrest of man charged in North Jacksonville triple murder

An arrest report obtained Wednesday by News4JAX reveals new information in the arrest of Ja-Darrius Jones, the man who faces charges of second-degree murder in the deaths of three people whose bodies were found by Jacksonville police inside a home on the Northside.

18-year-old accused of second-degree murder after 3 people found dead in North Jacksonville

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office announced Monday the arrest of an 18-year-old who is accused of murder in the death of three people on Jacksonville’s Northside.

2 charged with murder in killing of Ontario police officer

Canadian prosecutors have filed first-degree murder charges against two people arrested after an Ontario Provincial Police officer was shot to death while on duty

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As Aiden Fucci’s attorneys prepare for trial, the I-TEAM takes a look at similar cases of children charged with murder

As Aiden Fucci’s attorneys prepare for trial, the News4JAX I-TEAM is looking at similar cases of children charged with murder… and how they were treated before trial.

Michael Politte paroled decades after conviction for his mother's murder

Incarcerated at 14 years old for the murder of his mother — which he says he did not commit — MIchael Politte was 38 when he was granted parole in April 2022. He left prison doing one of the things he enjoyed most before he went in — riding a bike.

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Police report reveals what suspect reportedly told someone before his arrest in woman’s murder

A Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office report details what suspect Isaiah Greene, 18, said to an acquaintance before he was arrested and charged with second degree murder.

Police report reveals what suspect reportedly told someone before his arrest in woman’s murder

A Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office report details what suspect Isaiah Greene, 18, said to an acquaintance before he was arrested and charged with second degree murder.

Police report details what suspect told acquaintance before arrest in woman’s murder

A Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office report details what suspect Isaiah Greene, 18, said to an acquaintance before he was arrested and charged with second degree murder.

Man suspected of murdering woman accused her of lying and cheating, according to police report

A Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office report details what suspect Isaiah Greene, 18, said to an acquaintance before he was arrested and charged with second degree murder. Greene was arrested Tuesday after a woman’s body was found the day before at a home in the Moncrief Park neighborhood.

2 plead guilty in Calloway Cove triple murder

Two of the young men charged in a triple murder that stemmed from a robbery at the Calloway Cove apartments in 2021 have pleaded guilty, according to court records.

Drivers who kill could receive life sentences under law reform

Judges will be able to give life sentences to dangerous drivers who kill, in a toughening of the law.

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Man charged with murder in 30-year-old’s 2019 shooting death

A 21-year-old man has been charged with murder in a 2019 shooting that left a 30-year-old man dead in the Allendale neighborhood.

22 years later: Family of Jacksonville murder victim still has hope

Thursday marks 22 years since Keith Cauley disappeared under suspicious circumstances.

Texas shooting: Uvalde tragedy opens painful memories for Sandy Hook parents

"Because it is so hauntingly similar to what happened at Sandy Hook School, it hit closer to home."

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Man wanted for murder in Boston, arrested in Jacksonville

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s office arrested Christopher Howard, 39, responding to an out of state warrant from Suffolk County, Massachusetts.

19-year-old charged in triple homicide now facing murder charge in another case

A 19-year-old Jacksonville man who was already facing three counts of murder in a 2021 triple homicide has now been charged in an earlier murder case, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office announced Friday.

Bobbi-Anne McLeod: Man fascinated with serial killers murdered Plymouth teen

Cody Ackland is appearing in court to be sentenced for the murder of Bobbi-Anne McLeod.

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The family of a beloved hairstylist, hoping for justice nearly 2 years after murder

The murder of a beloved hairstylist leaves behind unanswered questions.

Wife of former JSO officer sentenced to 30 years for role in murder and robbery

A woman who confessed to helping her husband rob and murder a Jacksonville store owner was sentenced to 30 years in prison Friday.

I-TEAM: Fiancé of pregnant murder suspect ‘I tried to get it stopped’

A pregnant 27-year-old Jacksonville woman stole her fiance's car and drove to New Jersey, where she shot and killed her younger sister, according to New Jersey authorities.

‘His kids deserve to know’: Widow of father of 4 killed in Jacksonville Beach pleads for answers

It’s been a month since someone shot and killed a father of four at close range in Jacksonville Beach. His 2-year-old daughter was just feet away in the back seat.

Jacksonville Beach police release new videos in murder investigation

Jacksonville Beach police released video on Wednesday of a truck linked to the murder investigation of Jared Bridegan.

Ashling Murphy: Mourners line the streets for the murdered teacher

Crowds, including schoolchildren holding pictures of Ms Murphy, came out in force to say farewell.

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Emerging filmmaker receives 7-figure book deal for thriller

An emerging young filmmaker is also very much in demand in the book world.

Boris Johnson and Keir Starmer visit scene where MP Amess was killed

In a rare show of unity, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and opposition leader Keir Starmer visit the scene where lawmaker David Amess was killed in Leigh-on-Sea, east of London, along with the Speaker of the House of Commons Lindsay Hoyle and Home Secretary Priti Patel. Amess, 69, was talking with voters at a church when he was stabbed to death, in what the police have said was a terrorist attack.

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Teen accused in Raines triple shooting among 3 indicted on 1st-degree murder charges

A Duval County grand jury on Thursday returned indictments charging three people with first-degree murder in three separate cases, the State Attorney’s Office announced.

Australia's High Court intervenes in police shooting trial

Australia’s highest court has agreed to hear a challenge to a police officer using his law enforcement job as a defense against a charge of murdering an Indigenous man

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Outcry in Pakistan over beheading of former ambassador’s daughter

Police arrested an acquaintance of the victim at the site of the attack, and later his mother and father on charges of trying to hide evidence.

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Morgan Freeman, University Of Mississippi Professor Make $1M Donation

Freeman says the movement ignited after the murder of George Floyd inspired him to make the donation.

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Morgan Freeman, University Of Mississippi Professor Make $1M Donation

Freeman says the movement ignited after the murder of George Floyd inspired him to make the donation.

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Appeals court hears case of 3 ex-cops charged in Floyd death

The Minnesota Court of Appeals will hear oral arguments Thursday on whether three former Minneapolis police officers charged in George Floyd 's death should face an additional count of aiding and abetting third-degree murder. Thomas Lane, J. Kueng and Tou Thao are scheduled to face trial next March on charges of aiding and abetting second-degree murder and manslaughter. Prosecutors want to add the third charge following an appeals court ruling in February.

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Judge accepts plea for Missouri man accused of killing former Hammond girlfriend

Williams was transported to Franciscan Health Hammond where she was pronounced dead around 8:15 a.m., according to the Lake County Coroner’s Office.

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"48 Hours" investigates the murder of Kat West, a mom and OnlyFans creator

When Kat West's body was discovered outside her home, police wondered if one of her online fans was involved. Maureen Maher joins CBSN to discuss the investigation into West's death on this week's "48 Hours."

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Charges upgraded for 17-year-old in Calloway Cove triple murder

Owen Laureano-Cosme, 17, is charged with second-degree murder in a triple shooting at Calloway Cove Apartments. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – One of two 17-year-olds charged in connection with a triple murder at the Calloway Cove apartments on Feb. 8 will be tried as an adult in the case after his felony murder charges were upgraded to second-degree murder, News4Jax has learned. According to a charging document from the State Attorney’s Office, Owen Laureano-Cosme is the suspected shooter in the robbery attempt that left a woman and two men dead. AdKeon Lester, 18, is charged with felony murder, 18-year-old Robert Kay is charged with conspiracy. Another 17-year-old boy is charged with felony murder, and a 14-year-old girl is charged as an accessory.

The Murder of Jackie Vandagriff

The Murder of Jackie Vandagriff After a chance encounter at a bar a college student is murdered. Was it because she resembled the killer’s ex? CBS News chief investigative and senior national correspondent Jim Axelrod reports for "48 Hours."

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Investigating the 2005 murder of teacher Tara Grinstead

Investigating the 2005 murder of teacher Tara Grinstead A family in Georgia is awaiting a state supreme court ruling that could allow a long-awaited murder trial to go forward in the death of Tara Grinstead. Tara was a teacher and former beauty queen when she disappeared in October 2005. I"48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant joins CBSN to discuss the 12-year-old mystery and how authorities may have missed crucial leads early in the investigation.

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Woman killed at park is Jacksonville’s 162nd homicide of 2020

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A woman in her 20s was found shot to death Monday morning at Normandy Park, according to Jacksonville Fire and Rescue. A weapon and other evidence were located between where the victim was found and where the subject was taken into custody. “The witnesses provided a clothing and a physical description and the general area which he fled on foot,” JSO homicide Sgt. Her uncle, Timothy Williams, identified the victim as Ta’Liyah Williams. Tuesday morning the Sheriff’s Office identified the suspect, Deiondre Lewis, 22, as the man who was taken into custody.

74 lb. Kimberly Kessler yells, curses during competency hearing

Kessler charged in 2018 murder of Joleen Cummings, co-worker at Tangles Hair Salon. If you need help with WJXT’s or WCWJ's FCC public inspection file, call (904) 393-9801.

‘Sick monster’ arrested in murder of 2 Putnam County boys

‘Sick monster’ arrested in murder of 2 Putnam County boysPublished: August 28, 2020, 6:37 pmSheriff says a hammer and a knife were used to kill boys, ages 12 and 14.

Maryland fugitive found after hiding in St. Johns County for 7 years

Man suspected of attempted murder, other charges. If you need help with WJXT’s or WCWJ's FCC public inspection file, call (904) 393-9801.

Jacksonville man charged with murder in mother’s shooting

The victim, 45-year-old Stacey McPherson-Dillon, was shot at home in FebruaryIf you need help with WJXT’s or WCWJ's FCC public inspection file, call (904) 393-9801.

Man formally charged with killing wife, 3 children

KISSIMMEE, Fla. – Prosecutors have formally charged a man with killing his wife and three children at their Florida home near Walt Disney World. Four charges of second-degree murder were filed Wednesday against Anthony Todt, 44, in Osceola County court. Todt was arrested earlier this month after his wife, Megan, and their children, Alek, Tyler and Zoe, were found dead at the Celebration home. Online records in New York state court showed Todt and his Colchester, Connecticut-based clinics were facing debts to creditors. According to agents, Todt and the clinics submitted claims to Medicaid and private insurers for physical therapy services that weren’t given to patients.

Florida man guilty; used claw hammer, knife to kill family

PENSACOLA, Fla. – A Florida man could get a death sentence after being found guilty of using a claw hammer, knife and gun to kill his mother and half-brothers. His mother, Voncile Smith, 77, and two half-brothers, John Smith, 49, and Richard Smith, 47, were found dead in their home July 31, 2015. Marlin Purifoy, another inmate who testified in hopes of reducing his own sentence, testified that Hartung confessed to the killings while behind bars. Hartung told Purifoy that he "tortured his mother by cutting her pinkie in order to get safe combinations,” Jensen said. “How can Marlin Purifoy know that?

5 charged with murder in opioid OD deaths in Jacksonville

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Five people accused of selling opioids to victims who died of overdose deaths over the last 18 months are facing murder charges, Jacksonville Sheriff Mike Williams and State Attorney Melissa Nelson announced Tuesday. Williams said that his deputies responded to 263 overdose deaths last year. Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department Chief Keith Powers said the number of overdose calls in Jacksonville increased by 45% between 2018 and 2019. She said aggressive police work is being met with equally aggressive prosecution to try to stem the number of overdose deaths in the community. Every time you use illegal drugs, you’re taking your life in your hands.”

Killing of Michelle O’Connell case researcher shrouded in mystery nearly a year later

Killing of Michelle O’Connell case researcher shrouded in mystery nearly a year laterPublished: January 22, 2020, 10:58 pmEllie Washtock’s father: ‘I think if he wasn’t looking into that ... he would still be alive. That’s my gut feeling.'

Surveillance image released of car sought in Mandarin murder case

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Jacksonville police on Thursday released a surveillance image of a car sought in a recent murder case. Investigators hope someone will recognize the dark-colored sedan pictured in the grainy image as they suspect someone inside the car might have vital information about a Dec. 22 killing in Mandarin. Little information about the case has been released. Details including the exact location of the incident and the victim’s name are listed as exempt on the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office transparency website. Anyone with information about the pictured vehicle, its occupants or the murder is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office at 904-630-0500 or JSOCrimeTips@jaxsheriff.org.

18-year-old’s family pleads for help finding his killer

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The family of a former Lee High School football player Malik Brown came forward Monday afternoon asking for information his murder Friday night. Brown's family was joined by members of the clergy and Jacksonville City Council to discuss his death and the lack of arrests. "This is my family and also my community," relative Brittany Herndon said. The group is also setting up a community plan to stop continuing violence in the same Jacksonville neighborhoods. The family held Monday’s news conference at the Cochran Law Firm because Brown had a relative who works there and the whole firm is devastated.

Ex-girlfriend says man accused of killing woman at Southside apartment was violent, controlling

Markas Fishburne charged with murder in death of Aisha LevyIf you need help with WJXT’s or WCWJ's FCC public inspection file, call (904) 393-9801.

Woman killed in Southside apartment was ‘beautiful inside and out,’ parents say

Man charged with 2nd-degree murder in death of 25-year-old Aisha LevyIf you need help with WJXT’s or WCWJ's FCC public inspection file, call (904) 393-9801.

Man accused of killing wife, kids complained of constant ‘nagging, poking, prodding’

Evidence released against Michael Jones who is charged with 5 counts of murder. If you need help with WJXT’s or WCWJ's FCC public inspection file, call (904) 393-9801.

'How to Get Away with Murder' to end with Season 6

Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty ImagesABC is closing the case of "How to Get Away with Murder," announcing Thursday that the upcoming sixth season of the Viola Davis-starring legal drama will be its last. Davis plugged the upcoming season on Twitter, and called the show one of "greatest rides" of her life. "Murder," which is executive produced by Nowalk, Shonda Rhimes, Betsy Beers and Stephen Cragg, became a hit for ABC when it premiered in fall 2014. It helped cement what the network dubbed its "TGIT" lineup, which also included Shondaland produced "Scandal" and "Grey's Anatomy." According to a release provided to CNN, the final season of "Murder" will focus on the class's last semester of law school and premieres Sept. 26.

Murder in Pinyon Pines

A triple murder, a young woman set afire in a wheelbarrow. Police have suspects until a courtroom twist changes everything. "48 Hours" has the latest on the case including an emotional verdict.

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Prosecutor: NY doctor's murder was an "ambush"

Julius Reich is charged with murdering his wife Robin Goldman in the shower, at their mansion in Scarsdale, New York. Investigators have called the attack an "ambush." "48 Hours" Crimesider's Graham Kates joins CBSN with the latest.

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Italy investigating murder of American artist

An American woman was found dead in her apartment in Florence, Italy. "48 Hours" Crimesider's Graham Kates joins CBSN to explain how U.S. officials could get involved in the case.

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"48 Hours": Tragic accident or ruthless murder?

"48 Hours" investigates the case of Dr. Robert Neulander, whose wife Leslie was found dead from a massive head wound. Officials first said the lethal injury was accidental, but prosecutors later charged Neulander with murder. Jim Axelrod has the story, including an interview with Jenna Neulander, the doctor's daughter.

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Witchcraft suspected in triple murder

Three people were found brutally murdered inside a Florida home. Investigators say evidence indicates it was a ritualistic killing. "48 Hours" Crimesider's Julia Dahl explains.

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“48 Hours” investigates murder of Aspen “princess”

“48 Hours” investigates murder of Aspen “princess” When a member of Aspen “royalty” is slain in her sleep, police look to her enemies. Was one of them her killer? Correspondent Maureen Maher joins "CBS This Morning" to give a preview of Saturday’s all-new “48 Hours.”

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"48 Hours" probes murder of stockbroker's ex-wife

"48 Hours" probes murder of stockbroker's ex-wife A special Monday edition of "48 Hours" looks at the murder of Carol Kennedy, who was found beaten to death at her Arizona ranch six years ago. Maureen Maher previews her report and talks to the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts about the case.

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