A young woman's life was abruptly cut short during a live stream on May 13. Valeria Marquez, a 23-year-old Mexican influencer, was fatally shot while broadcasting from a beauty salon. The Jalisco State Attorney’s Office has labeled this a femicide, a term used when a woman or girl is murdered due
In Mexico, a young woman was killed during a live video on TikTok. She had a large following and was known for her beauty and lifestyle content. Valeria Marquez, 23, was shot in her salon in Zapopan, a suburb of Guadalajara. A man walked in and fired at her. The livestream captured the horrifying m
Crime rates on cruise ships have hit a two-year peak, raising concerns among travelers. From January 1, 2025, to March 30, 2025, there were 48 reported crimes on cruise ships departing from the US. The crimes included 23 rapes, 10 sexual assaults, and seven assaults. These incidents highlight
Expanding access to mental health services might not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about crime prevention. However, recent findings suggest that it could be a powerful tool. This is not about targeting specific individuals or tailoring treatments to prevent crime. Instead, it's
New York City in the 1990s was a mess. Crime was high, and the city seemed out of control. But then something amazing happened. The city's crime rate dropped dramatically. This change was not due to big social programs or fancy theories. Instead, it was the result of creative policing and a new appr
A long-awaited breakthrough happened in a cold case from 2014. The East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office made an arrest in the murder of seven-year-old Terrez Coleman. This arrest came after a decade of hard work and new technology. In 2014, Terrez was tragically killed in a d
Forensic psychiatry is all about making society safer by reducing the chances of crime. It's like trying to predict and prevent storms before they hit. But even with all the efforts, some people keep committing crimes. This is where the idea of using biological signs, or biomarkers, comes in. These
A well-known crime writer has made a surprising return to the literary scene. He has just announced a new collection of short novels. The book is already available for pre-order on major platforms. Fans can expect to get their hands on it by mid-September. This isn't just any collection, though. The
A true crime documentary has stirred up a storm on Netflix. It is called "A Deadly American Marriage" The story is about a couple who moved from Ireland to North Carolina. Jason Corbett and Molly Martens seemed happy at first. Then, Jason was found dead in 2015. The case took a dark turn quickl
In Illinois, a set of rules called crime-free housing laws are causing big problems for some residents. These laws let police and landlords kick out tenants if they are suspected of breaking any law. This can happen even if the tenant is found innocent later. It's a harsh reality that has affected m
