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True Crime Literature

True Crime is a popular literary genre that details actual criminals and crime, most often murder.

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Who were kate ma barkers parents?

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Kate "Ma" Barker's parents were John and Elvira Clark. Kate Barker was an American criminal who was the mother of the Barker-Karpis gang, which was active during the early 1930s. She gained notoriety as a formidable criminal and was killed in a shootout with the FBI in 1935.

Where is Darlie Routier now?

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Darlie Routier is housed at Mountain View Unit just outside of Gatesville, TX. Mountain View is where all condemed women in Texas await their execution. Shortly before a scheduled execution the prisoner is moved to Huntsville* where Texas's death chamber is located.

*Huntsville is the men's prison.

Who was it that killed everyone in the school in Russia?

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Breslin, Russia, September 1, 2004, Muslim terrorists stormed a school taking 1200 people hostage. On the third day some of the planted explosives detinated accidentaly, provoking gunfire from both sides. 326 people were killed, 156 of those were children. 700 were wounded and 26 of the terrorists were killed.

How many copies of Midnight In The Garden Of Good And Evil were sold?

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Over 4 million copies of "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" have been sold since its publication in 1994. It is considered one of the bestselling non-fiction books of all time.

Did Elizabeth Short have a tattoo of a black dahlia?

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No, there is no evidence to suggest that Elizabeth Short, also known as the Black Dahlia, had a tattoo of a black dahlia. The moniker "Black Dahlia" came from the nickname given to her after her murder, not from any tattoos she had.

Who is the artist for The Black Dahlia murder?

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The Black Dahlia was a real murder in Los Angeles. Elizabeth Short, age 22, was found murdered on January 15, 1947, in an empty lot. The body had been cut in half and drained of blood, and even her face was mutilated. Her murderer was never found.

What is this new evidence that has cleared the Ramseys of the murder of JonBenet?

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There is always someone saying there is new evidence exonerating the Ramseys, or proving their guilt, or implicating someone else. This has been going on for years. It is not terribly likely that anything material will come up anytime soon unless someone breaks down and confesses.

This news is very misleading. It's not new evidence at all. It was in the autopsy report and the police have known about it from the very first. There was dirt and unidentified material under JonBenet's fingernails. It didn't match the parent's DNA profile or anyone in the family. But since it was Christmas time, the Ramsey's had been in many different homes in the hours leading up to the murder. Little kids get grime and foreign material under their fingernails all the time. Not only was JonBenet in different homes, the Ramsey's had an open house and had at least 200 people in their home right before Christmas. There was unidentified DNA everywhere in that house from many different persons.

Unfortunately, it does not change all of the other evidence. The FBI states the crime scene was staged, there never was a kidnap attempt, the child was most likely killed by someone that knew her well, ect. The list goes on. So the Ramsey case is as it has been. The Grand Jury that heard the case were of the opinion that there was not enough uncontaminated evidence to be able to successfully prosecute the Ramseys. This is the crux of the whole situation. The crime scene was not preserved like it should have been right from the beginning. There is no way to undo the harm that was perpetrated on the Ramsey house (crime scene) once it was breached.

Francis castillo murder in 1987 ever solved?

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Yes, the murder of Francis Castillo in 1987 remains unsolved. Despite extensive investigations at the time, no suspects were identified or charged in connection with the crime. The case remains open and unresolved.

Has there been any new developments with the DB Cooper highjacking?

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No, there have been no significant new developments in the DB Cooper hijacking case. The identity of DB Cooper remains unknown, and the case is still considered one of the greatest unsolved mysteries in American history.

When is Scott Peterson getting killed?

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Scott Peterson was sentenced to death in 2005 for the murder of his wife, Laci Peterson, and their unborn child. However, his sentence was recently overturned and a new penalty phase trial has been ordered. The timing of any potential execution is uncertain at this point.

What is the truth about Barbara Graham the 1957 film portrayed her as an innocent victim?

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Barbara Graham was a convicted criminal who was executed in 1955 for the murder of Mabel Monahan. The 1957 film "I Want to Live!" portrayed her in a sympathetic light, but Graham was involved in criminal activities and her guilt in the murder was supported by evidence.

What was significant about the Kitty Genovese murder?

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The Kitty Genovese murder in 1964 gained notoriety for the bystander effect, as it was reported that many witnesses did not intervene or call for help during the prolonged attack. This case highlighted social psychological concepts related to diffusion of responsibility and the apathy of bystanders in emergency situations.

How many meanings does the phrase Forget About It have?

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The phrase "Forget About It" can have multiple meanings depending on the context in which it is used. It can be used to dismiss something, to suggest letting go of a situation, or to indicate disbelief or skepticism.

How did Perrys mother die in the book In Cold Blood?

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Perry was raised by his alcoholic mother after she left his abusive father. She died from alcohol related health problems when Perry was around 13. Two of his siblings commited suicide and a remaining sister broke all contact with him. It left him pretty much without a family. It sounds like there were some serious mental health issues at play with a majority of the immediate family.

Does anyone think Scott Peterson will confess?

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As of now, there is no indication that Scott Peterson will confess to the crime he was convicted of. Confessions are rare once a person has been found guilty, but it is always possible that circumstances may change in the future.

What happened to Leob and Leopold?

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Leob and Leopold are two fictional characters created by author Rudyard Kipling. In Kipling's story "With The Night Mail", Leob and Leopold are members of the crew aboard the mail airship. Their fate is not explicitly mentioned in the story.

How does Midnight In The Garden Of Good And Evil end?

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"Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" ends with the trial of Jim Williams for the murder of Danny Hansford. Williams is acquitted of the murder charges, but the book concludes with the lingering mystery and intrigue surrounding the events in Savannah.

What is the statue in Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil?

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The statue in Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil is the famous Bird Girl statue, which originally marked the grave of a family in Bonaventure Cemetery in Savannah, Georgia. It became iconic after being featured on the book's cover and has since been moved to a museum for preservation.

Why did Melissa Huckaby kill Sandra Cantu?

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Melissa Huckaby killed Sandra Cantu in 2009 in an act of jealousy and rage. She lured Sandra to her home, sexually assaulted her, and then murdered her. Huckaby later confessed to the crime and was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.

What is the title of a book that is about a detective and a female psychologist professor who try and find a serial killer who kidnaps young girls and kills them with a coat hanger and near the end of?

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The book you are referring to is most likely "The Bone Collector" by Jeffery Deaver. The story follows Lincoln Rhyme, a quadriplegic detective, and Amelia Sachs, a young patrol officer and later a detective, as they work together to track down a serial killer in New York City.

Where is the Peterson House?

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The Peterson House is located in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, near the site where President Abraham Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address during the American Civil War. It is the house where Lincoln spent the night before delivering his famous speech.

Did Scott Peterson beat Laci Peterson to death?

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Scott Peterson was convicted of the murder of his wife, Laci Peterson, but the specific details of her death were not definitively proven in court. The prosecution's case was built on circumstantial evidence rather than physical proof of how Laci died.

Who played Jim Williams the man accused of murder in the 1997 film Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil?

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Kevin Spacey played Jim Williams in the 1997 film Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil.

Is jonbenet Ramsey Dave Ramsey's daughter?

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No, JonBenet Ramsey and Dave Ramsey are not related. JonBenet was a child beauty queen who was tragically murdered in 1996, while Dave Ramsey is a financial author and radio show host known for his advice on personal finance.

When did police start to suspect Scott Peterson in the disappearence of his wife Laci?

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Police started to suspect Scott Peterson in the disappearance of his wife Laci in late December 2002, shortly after she was reported missing. There were inconsistencies in his statements and behavior, along with evidence that pointed towards his involvement.