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Category: Violent Crimes

State Fears OnlyFans Suspect Will Flee Before Trial

November 15, 2022 Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes

A new update has occurred in the case against OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney. The 26-year-old was arrested and charged with killing her boyfriend, Christian “Toby” Obumseli, after a heated argument took place in their Miami home. Clenney had already been extradited to Miami from Hawaii for the initial arrest, but now prosecutors fear that if let out of jail, the …

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State Attorney Upgrades Charges in Tallahassee Shooting Case

November 11, 2022 Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes

A recent shooting that took place in Tallahassee resulted in eight people injured and one person killed. The case is ongoing with the Tallahassee Police Department, and four people have been arrested so far in relation to the mass shooting. We will provide details about the case, along with information on second-degree murder and attempted second-degree murder in Florida. What …

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South Florida Man Used the USPS To Solicit a Hitman Sentenced to 7 Years in Prison

November 10, 2022 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes

A man in Florida has just been arrested and charged with the federal crime of murder for hire after trying to get his ex’s new partner murdered. We will provide details on the case, along with information on murder charges in Florida versus federal charges. What Happened? In September 2021, Ryan Hadeed sent a letter in the mail to an …

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False Bomb Threat in South Florida Results in Arrest

November 8, 2022 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes

Threatening to cause harm or injury to another person is against the law. If an individual threatens others with a weapon or other devices of mass destruction, the penalties can be extremely harsh. A recent case in South Florida shows the possible outcomes of someone pretending to use a bomb to threaten others. This article will provide details from the …

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Florida Court Approves DNA Testing for 46-Year-Old Death Penalty Case

November 6, 2022 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes

A Florida judge has just announced she will likely allow an order for DNA testing of evidence in what is being called “an epic turnaround” in the 1975 murder trial for Tommy Zeigler. Despite continuous motions denied over the years by Florida’s Attorney Generals, Zeigler could be working toward the next step for an exoneration after spending four decades on …

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A Trio of Teens Rob Deaf Student at Knifepoint

November 1, 2022 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Theft/Property Crimes, Violent Crimes

Juveniles can break the law just the same as adults do. Typically, the justice system has a different way of handling cases involving minors. A person under the age of 18 who is charged with a crime will usually go to juvenile court. However, in some instances, the minor can be transferred to what is known as adult court instead. …

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Florida’s Most Notorious Serial Killers

October 25, 2022 Violent Crimes

In recent years there have been multiple biopics on serial killers around the U.S. Netflix has released content on both Ted Bundy and Jeffrey Dahmer—highlighting the cruel details of their killings. While the media has made people enamored with the stories of serial killers, it is also important to review the details of the cases and what their punishment was …

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Road Rage Turns into Attempted Murder Charges

October 21, 2022 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes

Two girls were shot as a result of their fathers violent altercation on the highway. A five-year-old suffered a bullet wound to the calf, while the 14-year-old was shot in the back and suffered from a collapsed lung. We will provide details of the near-deadly road rage event, along with charges for attempted second-degree murder in Florida. What was the …

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Parkland Trial Sentencing Announced

October 15, 2022 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes

We have previously covered the Parkland Trial and all of its difficulties with figuring out a team of jurors, along with other issues. After several months, the jury decided on the sentence for shooter Nikolas Cruz. We will cover the details of the sentencing along with responses from the victims’ families and jurors. Life in Prison for Cruz On October …

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