Murder
Coverage of Murder in the Nexus archive.
- German doctor jailed for killing 15 of his patients
A German palliative care doctor was found guilty of murdering 12 women and three men between September 2021 and July 2024. He was jailed for killing 15 of his patients.
- Controlling husband who murdered estranged wife and tried to fake it as suicide is found guilty
A controlling husband who murdered his estranged wife and attempted to stage the crime as a suicide has been found guilty. The verdict confirms his responsibility in the case, which involved efforts to mislead investigators.
- Prosecutor says poison, spellcasters and obsession led to Maya Millete’s murder
Larry Millete is accused of murdering his wife, Maya Millete, in 2021, with prosecutors citing his obsession, use of magic spells, and research into a deadly neurotoxin as circumstantial evidence. Maya's disappearance remains unsolved as her body has not been found.
- Man charged with murder of 10-year-old in Gary, accused of targeting Fourth of July party
A 31-year-old Chicago man, Ernestro Posadas, has been charged with murder after allegedly shooting at a Fourth of July party in Gary, Indiana, which resulted in the death of a 10-year-old boy. He faces multiple charges including three counts of attempted murder and unlawful possession of a firearm.
- New Jersey murder suspect arrested in North Carolina, records show
A man wanted for murder in New Jersey was arrested in Wake County, North Carolina, as shown by court records. The arrest occurred on Monday.
- Mental Competency Hearing Set for Man Charged in Fatal Pasadena Shooting
A mental competency hearing is scheduled for Guarry Lonnie Shuford III, charged with murder in the 2023 fatal shooting of his girlfriend outside a Pasadena apartment. He barricaded himself in the apartment, leading to an hours-long SWAT standoff in August 2023 and has been in custody since his arrest.
- Olympia murder suspect dies in police custody
A murder suspect in Olympia died in police custody from a medical emergency. The Cowlitz County sheriff's office is investigating his death. He was accused of killing a relative.
- Frisco mother found guilty of murder for child's death in hot car
A mother from Frisco was found guilty of murder for her toddler's death in a hot car last summer. She will spend years in prison for the incident.
- Father of teen found dead in suitcase issues defiant message to daughter’s accused killer
Thongchai, the father of a teen found dead in a suitcase, stated the family would not pursue or accept compensation from Carman if he were found guilty. The message was described as defiant.
- Man sentenced to life for murdering wife
A man was sentenced to life for murdering his wife. The case is described in the title as a criminal sentencing.
- Kenya: LSK Demands Swift, Impartial Probe After Advocate Found Murdered Outside Athi River Home
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has demanded a swift and impartial investigation into the murder of advocate Edward Muthee Kariuki, who was found dead outside his home in Athi River. The incident occurred on Sunday, prompting calls for a thorough probe.
- Death of boy turns out to be murder, his mother among two arrested
The death of a boy was determined to be a murder, with his mother among two individuals arrested. The case has shifted from a presumed accidental death to a criminal investigation.
- Woman, paramour get life imprisonment for murder
A woman and her paramour received life imprisonment for committing murder. The case involved a criminal conviction resulting in the maximum sentence.
- Bronx woman cuffed for allegedly stabbing friend to death during argument: cops
A Bronx woman faces murder and manslaughter charges for allegedly stabbing her friend to death during an argument in their home. The victim, a 31-year-old woman, was found with fatal stab wounds and pronounced dead at Lincoln Hospital. Police arrested Lexus Bullock, 27, at the scene and booked her on charges including murder and criminal possession of a weapon.
- Charlie Kirk's parents and widow Erika set to hear distressing NEW evidence about conservative star's murder at crucial Tyler Robinson court hearing
Charlie Kirk's parents and his widow Erika are set to hear new evidence regarding his murder at a court hearing involving Tyler Robinson. The hearing is described as crucial and distressing for the family.
- Girl, 14, found dead in park died from multiple stab wounds, inquest hears - as boy, 14, is charged with her murder
A 14-year-old girl was found dead in a park with multiple stab wounds, and a 14-year-old boy has been charged with her murder, according to an inquest.
- Independent review announced as police probe if cannibalism involved in four-year-old’s alleged murder
A woman has been charged with murder after the body of a four-year-old preschooler was found in a Central Coast home. The New South Wales government will commission an independent review after confirming the family was known to the child protection department. Police are investigating whether cannibalism was involved in the alleged murder.
- Prosecutors to lay out their case against the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk
Prosecutors in Utah will seek the death penalty for a man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk during a preliminary hearing. Kirk's widow and parents are expected to attend the five-day trial starting Monday.
- Girl’s body found in pond in West Bengal; family alleges rape and murder
A girl's body was discovered in a pond in West Bengal. Her family has alleged that she was raped and murdered.
- Chilling new videos emerge of 'smiling sister' accused of brutally murdering mom-of-five in broad daylight: 'I finally realized how blind I've been'
A sister accused of murdering a mother of five in broad daylight is described as 'smiling' in new videos, with the accuser stating, 'I finally realized how blind I've been.'
- Prosecutors to lay out their case against the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk
Prosecutors in Utah will present their case against Tyler Robinson, accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, during a preliminary hearing. Evidence includes a text message confession, a note, and DNA linking Robinson to the murder weapon. The hearing will determine if there is enough evidence to proceed to trial and consider the death penalty.
- Mystery of the Boston nanny, 20, who won the lottery so moved to America but was then murdered and chopped in HALF after a night out
A 20-year-old Boston nanny who won the lottery and moved to America was murdered and chopped in half after a night out. The incident remains a mystery.
- Ex-jeweller, 67, will die in prison after recording himself murdering his neighbour in bitter noise dispute
A 67-year-old former jeweler will die in prison after recording himself murdering his neighbor in a dispute over noise. The incident stems from a conflict related to noise between the two individuals.
- 'Obsessive and jealous… an evil psychopath.' Kept in a cell for 39 years after she murdered her love rival and refused parole NINE times, this is Britain's longest serving female prisoner... and why she's about to be freed
A woman imprisoned for 39 years after murdering her love rival has refused parole nine times and is about to be released. She is described as Britain's longest-serving female prisoner and is characterized as an 'evil psychopath.'
- Murder accused convicted in Chikkamagaluru
A murder accused was convicted in Chikkamagaluru. The case relates to a criminal conviction for murder.
- Hong Kong man convicted of manslaughter over fatal weight-loss beating
A Hong Kong man was convicted of manslaughter after beating his girlfriend to death, but jurors acquitted him of murder, accepting his claim that the attack occurred while he attempted to help her lose weight by keeping her awake. The High Court jury ruled 5:2 on the murder charge but unanimously convicted him of manslaughter.
- Tributes for Melbourne boy allegedly left to die from stab wounds, as teen charged with murder
A 15-year-old boy, Darweish Mohamed, was found with critical stab wounds outside Craigieburn hospital and later died. A teenager has been charged with his murder.
- Charlotte family pleads for help to solve 2018 murder of Juordan Hill
The family of Juordan Malik Hill, killed in September 2018 on Pruitt Street in west Charlotte, continues to seek justice as the case remains unsolved. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department released a suspect’s car video in 2019 and offers a reward for information leading to an arrest.
- 2 Austin murder suspects arrested by U.S. Marshals
Two murder suspects wanted in Austin were arrested by U.S. Marshals on Thursday. The suspects were linked to murder cases in the area.
- Man stabbed to death in Staten Island home in borough's 2nd murder this year
A 24-year-old man was found stabbed to death in a Staten Island home Thursday morning, marking the borough's second murder this year. The victim's friend discovered the body and called 911.
- Teen sentenced to 5 years in juvenile detention for murder of USPS letter carrier in Chicago
A teen was sentenced to five years in juvenile detention for the murder of U.S. Postal Service letter carrier Octavia Redmond in Chicago in July 2024. The incident occurred during a postal delivery in the city.
- Ex-pastor’s wife said she feared husband was having affair before she plunged 1,200 from Utah peak
David Vander Meer was arrested and charged with murder but was found dead in his jail cell by suicide three days later. His wife reportedly feared he was having an affair before she jumped from a Utah peak.
- Octavia Redmond murder: Teen sentenced to 5 years in juvenile detention
A teen who pleaded guilty to fatally shooting US Postal Service worker Octavia Redmond at age 15 was sentenced to five years in juvenile detention.
- 26-year-old arrested for grandmother’s murder in Shivamogga
A 26-year-old was arrested in Shivamogga for the murder of his grandmother. Police claim he attacked them to avoid arrest.
- 2 charged in death of Chesterfield County boy killed by stray bullet in 2024 drive-by, sheriff says
Two individuals were charged in connection with the death of a 13-year-old boy killed by a stray bullet during a drive-by shooting in Chesterfield County in January 2024. Caleb Garcia, 23, faces murder and other charges, while Amber Moree, 21, was charged as an accessory after the fact.
- CMPD: Man arrested in SC for fatal east Charlotte shooting
A 23-year-old man was arrested in South Carolina for a fatal shooting in east Charlotte that occurred on June 14. Samuel Lomax Jr., 30, was found dead from gunshot wounds at a home on Hickory Grove Road. The suspect faces charges including murder, attempted murder, burglary, kidnapping, conspiracy, and firearm possession by a felon.
- Man gets 24 years to life for 2023 murder of honors student, attempted murder of other victim
A man was sentenced to 24 years to life for fatally stabbing a 17-year-old honors student and attempting to murder another person. The incidents occurred on March 3, 2023, in Los Angeles County.
- Double murderer on trial for sex offences told police only way to get away with raping someone is to kill them afterwards, court hears
A double murderer on trial for sex offences stated to police that the only way to avoid detection after committing rape is to kill the victim afterward. The court heard this statement during the trial.
- NY PhD student allegedly murdered by obsessed brother-in-law posted haunting tribute on her sister’s wedding day
A New York PhD student was allegedly raped and murdered by her brother-in-law, who she had called 'one of the most wonderful people in the world' in a Facebook post on the day he married her sister, which now carries a dark meaning following her death.
- US Army soldier Zarrius Hildabrand emotionless as he’s convicted of killing wife, covering up her death
An ex-US Army soldier was convicted of murdering his wife and covering up her death. He showed no emotion in court during the conviction.