Podcasts about life without parole

Brendan Banfield has officially been sentenced.After being convicted of murdering his wife, Christine Banfield, and Joseph Ryan, the former IRS agent appeared in court for what would become an emotional sentencing hearing.Family members of both victims spoke directly to the court about the devastating impact of the murders, sharing memories of the people they lost and the grief they continue to carry.This episode goes into the victim impact statements, the judge's powerful comments, Brendan's final remarks, and finally the sentence.Listen to the entire case and all of its updates:Full case:https://murderandlove.com/va-husband-and-au-pair-charged-with-double-murder-of-wife-and-another-man-brendan-banfield/Update #1 - The Trial:https://www.spreaker.com/episode/affair-and-fake-account-led-to-a-double-homicide-brendan-banfield-trial--69813847Brandan's unimaginable request:https://www.spreaker.com/episode/brendan-banfield-wants-murder-conviction-overturned-before-sentencing-case-update--71928467**************************************Do you have thoughts about this case, or is there a specific true crime case you'd like to hear about? Let me know with an email or a voice message: https://murderandlove.com/contactFind the sources used in this episode and learn more about how to support Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide and gain access to even more cases, including bonus episodes, ad-free and intro-free cases, case files and more at: https://murderandlove.comFollow on Facebook: www.facebook.com/relationshipcrimeMusic by Roman Dudchyk from Pixabayhttps://pixabay.com/users/grand_project-19033897Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/love-and-murder-heartbreak-to-homicide--4348896/support.

The case of Kouri Richins has become one of the most disturbing and complex true crime stories to emerge in recent years. What began as the sudden death of Utah businessman Eric Richins quickly spiraled into a multi-layered investigation involving alleged poisoning attempts, financial pressure, and life insurance policies tied directly to the accused. Prosecutors alleged that Kouri Richins poisoned her husband with fentanyl, pointing to prior suspicious incidents, financial motives, and communications suggesting a planned future without him. The defense, however, argued there was no definitive proof she administered the fatal dose and suggested alternative explanations, including questions about how the drug entered his system. After a high-profile trial filled with testimony, digital evidence, and emotional family statements, Kouri Richins was convicted of aggravated murder and related charges in 2026 and sentenced to life without parole. The case continues to spark debate due to its mix of alleged financial motive, relationship history, and the shocking post-death revelations that followed. #TrueCrimeRecaps #KouriRichins #EricRichins #BlackWidow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Kouri Richins sentencing takes an emotional turn as her children reportedly beg the court to keep her behind bars before she is sentenced to life without parole. In this episode of the STS podcast, we break down the latest developments in the Kouri Richins sentencing, including courtroom reactions, victim impact statements, and the emotional testimony that unfolded during the hearing. The Kouri Richins sentencing is now one of the most talked-about stories in true crime news, raising difficult questions about family, betrayal, and justice. We take a closer look at the prosecution's arguments, the evidence presented throughout the case, and how the sentencing decision could bring closure to those affected. This episode also explores the heartbreaking impact the case has had on the family and the lasting consequences surrounding the death of Eric Richins. As the story continues to unfold, it connects to broader real crime stories, unresolved cold cases, and emotional survivor stories that highlight the devastating effects violent crimes can have on loved ones. If you're following this case, this episode delivers a direct and concise breakdown of the sentencing and what it means moving forward.Key Points from the Episode: Breakdown of the Kouri Richins sentencing Emotional statements from family members and children Life without parole sentencing details Key evidence and courtroom moments Lasting impact on the Richins family Support the show & be a part of #STSNation: Donate to STS' Trial Travel: Https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/GJ... VENMO: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast Check out STS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/ Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLx Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor Email: SurvivingTheSurvivor@gmail.com   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Use code emily at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/emily  Thanks to Incogni for sponsoring this video. Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/BIAxKY5M8I8  In this Case Brief, we head to court for the final sentencing hearing of Kouri Richins, who was convicted of the aggravated murder of her husband, Eric Richins. Facing two potential options—25 years to life or life in prison without the possibility of parole—the judge hears powerful and emotional impact statements from those closest to the case. RESOURCES Kouri Richins Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gIKTiEBENmlYTBxjH_fbLUO  Murdaugh Trial - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK8GOeWkGfi7acMnT-D0zaw Kouri Richins Sentencing Memo - https://youtu.be/-tjr1-GhvP8 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump is in Beijing meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss major issues between the two countries, including the Iran war, Taiwan and trade. Here are the major moments from the first day of the crucial summit. Former reality TV star turned L.A. mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt is responding to reports that he's been staying at a luxury hotel in L.A. and not a trailer as he claimed. Pratt lost his home in the L.A. fires last year and in an interview with TMZ said he did spend around six days last month at a hotel in part due to security concerns. Kouri Richins, a Utah mom who was convicted of killing her husband with a fatal dose of fentanyl in 2022, was sentenced on Wednesday to life in prison without parole. Carter Evans reports. Bill Cowher, an analyst for "The NFL Today" on CBS, joins "CBS Mornings" to break down marquee matchups, including international games, for the upcoming NFL season. In the series "USA to Z," "CBS Mornings" goes behind the scenes for a taste of history and shows how fast food has become part of American culture. (Spoilers ahead) "CBS Mornings" reveals the castaways voted off during Wednesday's episode of "Survivor 50" in another double elimination. They discuss being part of the franchise and their legacies in the game. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Utah judge gave 35-year-old Kouri Richins the harshest sentence possible following an emotional day of victim impact statements. In court, we heard directly from Richins’ sons who each wrote statements to the court, asking the judge to make sure their mom never gets out of prison. Eric Richins’ sisters and father also addressed the court, all before Kouri herself took more than 40 minutes offering life advice to her sons and proclaiming her innocence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Utah judge gave 35-year-old Kouri Richins the harshest sentence possible following an emotional day of victim impact statements. In court, we heard directly from Richins’ sons who each wrote statements to the court, asking the judge to make sure their mom never gets out of prison. Eric Richins’ sisters and father also addressed the court, all before Kouri herself took more than 40 minutes offering life advice to her sons and proclaiming her innocence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Utah judge gave 35-year-old Kouri Richins the harshest sentence possible following an emotional day of victim impact statements. In court, we heard directly from Richins’ sons who each wrote statements to the court, asking the judge to make sure their mom never gets out of prison. Eric Richins’ sisters and father also addressed the court, all before Kouri herself took more than 40 minutes offering life advice to her sons and proclaiming her innocence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kouri Richins has been sentenced to Life Without Parole after a Utah jury found her guilty of murdering her husband, Eric Richins, by poisoning him with fentanyl. She faces consecutive sentences for the other four charges.The sentencing marks a major conclusion in a case that captivated true crime audiences across the country. Prosecutors argued Richins killed Eric for insurance money and financial gain, while the defense claimed his death was the result of accidental drug use. After hearing the evidence, the jury rejected that argument and convicted Richins on all major counts, including aggravated murder and attempted murder.In this episode, we break down the sentence, what the judge said in court, how the verdict led to this moment, and what may come next for Kouri Richins as the case moves into the post-conviction phase.True Crime Today covers the cases that matter with courtroom context, legal analysis, and clear breakdowns of the biggest developments in true crime.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. Kouri Richins has been convicted and sentenced in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#KouriRichins #KouriRichinsSentencing #TrueCrimeToday #EricRichins #UtahCourt #TrueCrimeNews #CourtTV #TrialWatch #BreakingCrime #FentanylMurder

Kouri Richins has been sentenced to Life Without Parole after being found guilty of murdering her husband, Eric Richins, by poisoning him with a lethal dose of fentanyl in March 2022. She was also sentenced to several consecutive sentences for the other 4 charges.The case drew national attention from the beginning: a Utah mother, real estate agent, and children's book author accused of killing her husband while presenting herself publicly as a grieving widow. Prosecutors argued Richins killed Eric for financial gain, pointing to life insurance policies, mounting debt, alleged prior poisoning attempts, and evidence surrounding the night he died.A jury rejected the defense's claim that Eric's death was tied to accidental drug use and convicted Richins of aggravated murder, attempted murder, insurance fraud, and forgery. Now, with sentencing complete, the case enters its next chapter — one defined by punishment, accountability, and the lasting impact of Eric Richins' murder on his family.Hidden Killers brings you complete coverage of the Kouri Richins case with expert analysis — no sensationalism, just the facts and what they mean.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. Kouri Richins has been convicted and sentenced in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#KouriRichins #KouriRichinsSentencing #EricRichins #UtahTrial #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #FentanylPoisoning #MurderTrial #TrueCrimeCommunity #Justice

A Utah judge gave 35-year-old Kouri Richins the harshest sentence possible following an emotional day of victim impact statements. In court, we heard directly from Richins’ sons who each wrote statements to the court, asking the judge to make sure their mom never gets out of prison. Eric Richins’ sisters and father also addressed the court, all before Kouri herself took more than 40 minutes offering life advice to her sons and proclaiming her innocence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kouri Richins has been sentenced to Life Without Parole after being convicted in the murder of her husband, Eric Richins, who died from fentanyl poisoning inside the couple's Kamas, Utah home in March 2022.She faces consecutive sentences for the other four charges.The trial centered on prosecutors' claims that Richins poisoned Eric after secretly taking out life insurance policies, facing severe financial pressure, and attempting to build a new life without him. The defense argued Eric's death was connected to accidental drug use, but the jury found Richins guilty of aggravated murder, attempted murder, insurance fraud, and forgery.With sentencing now complete, this episode looks at the punishment handed down by the court, the arguments that shaped the case, the impact on Eric Richins' family, and what may happen next as Richins moves into the post-conviction and appeals phase.This channel is dedicated exclusively to the Kouri Richins case — from investigation and arrest, through trial, verdict, sentencing, and what comes next.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. Kouri Richins has been convicted and sentenced in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#KouriRichins #EricRichins #KouriRichinsSentencing #UtahMurderTrial #KamasUtah #FentanylMurder #TrueCrimeTrial #JusticeForEric #FullTrialCoverage #CourtRoom

Reid Carter covers the trial that became America's obsession. January 2013: Jodi Arias faced first-degree murder charges for butchering Travis Alexander. She testified for 18 days - unprecedented in legal history. Claimed she was abused, that Travis was a secret deviant who deserved what he got. Prosecutor Juan Martinez demolished her story. May 8, 2013: Guilty of first-degree murder. Two juries deadlocked on death penalty. April 2015: Life without parole. Now 45, still in Arizona prison, selling artwork online, claiming she's the real victim. "No jury is going to convict me." They did. Mark her words.Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories' with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!We now have Merch!  FREE SHIPPING! Check out all the products like T-shirts, mugs, bags, jackets and more with logos and slogans from your favorite shows! Did we mention there's free shipping? Get 10% off with code NewMerch10 Go to Caloroga.comGet more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is info@caloroga.com

David Carrillo was sentenced to life without the possibility of parole at just 19 years old — for a gang-related murder where he wasn't the trigger man.After spending years in maximum security prisons and solitary confinement, David faced a defining moment: would he let prison define him… or transform him?Instead of surrendering to despair, David chose radical accountability. He earned his associate's degree, bachelor's degree, and MBA while incarcerated. He became the first incarcerated adjunct college professor in the nation, teaching other inmates while serving a life sentence. He mentored men, built programs, and rebuilt himself from the inside out.After 31 years behind bars, David was granted clemency.This episode explores:Gang culture and growing up in traumaLife inside maximum security and solitary confinementRadical ownership and personal transformationThe power of education in prisonLosing his son and father while incarceratedFaith, forgiveness, and redemptionWhat freedom feels like after 31 yearsThis isn't a story about excuses.It's about responsibility, growth, and refusing to let your worst decision define your entire life.

Brendan Banfield is facing life without parole. He's 40 years old. Unless something changes on appeal, he dies in a Virginia prison. Tonight on Hidden Killers Live, defense attorney Bob Motta breaks down what comes next — and whether any of it has a real chance of working.Appeals aren't about whether the jury got it wrong. Appellate courts don't retry cases. They look for legal errors the judge made that affected the outcome. Banfield's team has several potential arguments, and we're examining each one live with your questions.The Juliana deal is one angle. Murder dropped to manslaughter, time served, she walks free after testifying against him. The defense will argue that's so coercive it taints her testimony. Bob explains why courts rarely buy that argument — but also what makes this case potentially different.The digital forensics fight might be more promising. The prosecution's own investigator got pulled off the case when his findings didn't match their theory. If evidence was suppressed, that's a Brady violation — one of the few things that can actually overturn a conviction. But proving suppression and proving it mattered are two different legal battles.Bob also tackles the "harmless error" doctrine — the standard that kills most appeals by letting courts acknowledge mistakes but say they wouldn't have changed the verdict anyway. How do you get past that when a jury heard weeks of testimony?Join us live as we break down Banfield's appellate options and take your questions about what happens next.#BrendanBanfield #BanfieldAppeal #HiddenKillersLive #BobMotta #LifeWithoutParole #VirginiaAppeals #BradyViolation #TrueCrimeLive #CriminalAppeals #LivePodcastJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.

This week author, academic and previously incarcerated rock star David Carrillo stops back by to talk about his new book, Kiko: From Life without Parole to Life with Purpose, available wherever you buy books. We discuss prison politics, drugs in prison, slow and fast changes in perspective through aging and experience, academics in prison, the concept of redemption, morality, prison media and his continuing role as an in-prison educator working with multiple colleges in Colorado. You can find the Territorial Prison story of the warden's wife and the death row letter-writing DU-PAI video on YouTube here.Support the show

Brian Walshe was sentenced today to life in prison without parole for the murder of his wife Ana Walshe. Judge Diane Freniere called his actions "barbaric and incomprehensible" before handing down the maximum sentence on all counts — life for murder, plus consecutive terms for misleading police and illegally disposing of Ana's body. Ana Walshe, a 39-year-old mother of three and real estate executive, was last seen alive on New Year's Eve 2022 at the couple's Cohasset, Massachusetts home. Her body has never been recovered. What investigators did find was a digital trail that sealed Brian's fate: Google searches for "how to dispose of a body," "hacksaw best tool to dismember," and "can you be charged with murder without a body" — all made in the hours after Ana's presumed death. Surveillance footage captured Brian shopping for hacksaws, Tyvek suits, and cleaning supplies on New Year's Day. He paid cash. Wore a mask and gloves. Then he disposed of evidence in dumpsters across the region, including one near his mother's apartment. Investigators recovered Ana's blood-soaked belongings, a hacksaw with bone fragments, and pieces of carpet with her DNA embedded in the fibers. Brian never took the stand. His defense called zero witnesses. The jury deliberated six hours and returned a guilty verdict on first-degree murder. Today, Ana's sister Aleksandra delivered a devastating victim impact statement, telling the court her family lives with "an unbearable emptiness." The Walshe children — ages 2, 4, and 6 when their mother was killed — are now in state custody and will grow up without her. This video breaks down the full case: the evidence, the motive, the trial, and what happens next as Brian Walshe's conviction heads to automatic appeal. Justice was served. But for Ana's family, the grief never ends. #BrianWalshe #AnaWalshe #WalsheTrial #TrueCrime #MurderTrial #JusticeForAna #LifeWithoutParole #CohassetMurder #TrueCrimeNews #WalsheSentencing Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Brian Walshe was sentenced today to life in prison without parole for the murder of his wife Ana Walshe. Judge Diane Freniere called his actions "barbaric and incomprehensible" before handing down the maximum sentence on all counts — life for murder, plus consecutive terms for misleading police and illegally disposing of Ana's body. Ana Walshe, a 39-year-old mother of three and real estate executive, was last seen alive on New Year's Eve 2022 at the couple's Cohasset, Massachusetts home. Her body has never been recovered. What investigators did find was a digital trail that sealed Brian's fate: Google searches for "how to dispose of a body," "hacksaw best tool to dismember," and "can you be charged with murder without a body" — all made in the hours after Ana's presumed death. Surveillance footage captured Brian shopping for hacksaws, Tyvek suits, and cleaning supplies on New Year's Day. He paid cash. Wore a mask and gloves. Then he disposed of evidence in dumpsters across the region, including one near his mother's apartment. Investigators recovered Ana's blood-soaked belongings, a hacksaw with bone fragments, and pieces of carpet with her DNA embedded in the fibers. Brian never took the stand. His defense called zero witnesses. The jury deliberated six hours and returned a guilty verdict on first-degree murder. Today, Ana's sister Aleksandra delivered a devastating victim impact statement, telling the court her family lives with "an unbearable emptiness." The Walshe children — ages 2, 4, and 6 when their mother was killed — are now in state custody and will grow up without her. This video breaks down the full case: the evidence, the motive, the trial, and what happens next as Brian Walshe's conviction heads to automatic appeal. Justice was served. But for Ana's family, the grief never ends. #BrianWalshe #AnaWalshe #WalsheTrial #TrueCrime #MurderTrial #JusticeForAna #LifeWithoutParole #CohassetMurder #TrueCrimeNews #WalsheSentencing Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

A judge hands down a life sentence after a young child dies from repeated beatings tied to toilet training, with prosecutors saying the injuries were survivable if help had been called sooner. Police probe a possible hate crime after gunfire erupts outside a home decorated for Hanukkah, leaving a family shaken and investigators searching for suspects who vanished into the night. Federal agents move in just in time to stop a New Year’s Eve bombing plot, arresting suspects in the desert as authorities say explosive devices were already being prepared. Drew Nelson reports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Walshe has been convicted of first-degree murder in the death of his wife Ana Walshe, who disappeared on New Year's Day 2023. After just six hours of deliberation, a Norfolk County jury found the 50-year-old Cohasset man guilty of premeditated murder — making this one of the rare cases where a first-degree murder conviction was secured without the victim's body ever being recovered. Ana Walshe, a 39-year-old mother of three who worked as a real estate manager in Washington D.C., was last seen alive in the early morning hours of January 1, 2023, after a New Year's Eve celebration at the family home.  Prosecutors presented devastating digital evidence including Google searches from Brian's devices for "best way to dispose of a body," "hacksaw best tool to dismember," and "how long for someone to be missing to inherit." Surveillance footage showed Walshe purchasing a hacksaw, Tyvek suit, and cleaning supplies at Lowe's on New Year's Day. Investigators recovered blood-stained items from dumpsters including Ana's Hunter boots, pieces of carpet with her DNA, and a hacksaw that tested positive for her blood. The defense argued Ana died suddenly and unexpectedly, sending Brian into a panic — but called zero witnesses and Walshe himself declined to testify. Prosecutors pointed to a $2.7 million life insurance policy, a deteriorating marriage, and Ana's affair with a D.C. realtor as motive.  Sentencing is scheduled for Wednesday where Walshe faces mandatory life in prison without the possibility of parole. Ana's sister released a statement saying simply: "Justice has been served."  #BrianWalshe #AnaWalshe #WalsheVerdict #GuiltyVerdict #TrueCrime #MurderTrial #CohassetMurder #JusticeForAna #FirstDegreeMurder #TrueCrimeNews Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Brian Walshe has been convicted of first-degree murder in the death of his wife Ana Walshe, who disappeared on New Year's Day 2023. After just six hours of deliberation, a Norfolk County jury found the 50-year-old Cohasset man guilty of premeditated murder — making this one of the rare cases where a first-degree murder conviction was secured without the victim's body ever being recovered. Ana Walshe, a 39-year-old mother of three who worked as a real estate manager in Washington D.C., was last seen alive in the early morning hours of January 1, 2023, after a New Year's Eve celebration at the family home.  Prosecutors presented devastating digital evidence including Google searches from Brian's devices for "best way to dispose of a body," "hacksaw best tool to dismember," and "how long for someone to be missing to inherit." Surveillance footage showed Walshe purchasing a hacksaw, Tyvek suit, and cleaning supplies at Lowe's on New Year's Day. Investigators recovered blood-stained items from dumpsters including Ana's Hunter boots, pieces of carpet with her DNA, and a hacksaw that tested positive for her blood. The defense argued Ana died suddenly and unexpectedly, sending Brian into a panic — but called zero witnesses and Walshe himself declined to testify. Prosecutors pointed to a $2.7 million life insurance policy, a deteriorating marriage, and Ana's affair with a D.C. realtor as motive.  Sentencing is scheduled for Wednesday where Walshe faces mandatory life in prison without the possibility of parole. Ana's sister released a statement saying simply: "Justice has been served."  #BrianWalshe #AnaWalshe #WalsheVerdict #GuiltyVerdict #TrueCrime #MurderTrial #CohassetMurder #JusticeForAna #FirstDegreeMurder #TrueCrimeNews Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

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The SHOCKING Truth About Life Sentences Without Parole Nobody Tells You  Does a sentence of Life without parole really mean that? We have seen other states commute these sentences and release convicts who were sentenced to Life without Parole. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

More insights from a woman serving life without parole in a women's prison. What awaits Donna Adelson as she transitions from jail to life without parole?ALL MERCH 10% off with code Sherlock10 at checkout  - NEW STYLES Donate: (Thank you for your support! Couldn't do what I love without all y'all) PayPal - paypal.com/paypalme/prettyliesandalibisVenmo - @prettyliesalibisBuy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/prettyliesrCash App- PrettyliesandalibisAll links: https://linktr.ee/prettyliesandalibisMerch: prettyliesandalibis.myshopify.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/PrettyLiesAndAlibis(Weekly lives and private message board)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pretty-lies-and-alibis--4447192/support.

From Incarceration to being named as one of the SacramentoBee's Top 20 Black Changemakers is a defining Full Circle moment!This Full Circle Men on the Move episode with Wajuba McDuffy was nothing short of powerful. Wajuba opened up about growing up without a father figure, which lefta void that was quickly filled by the streets. Seeking attention and validation, he joined a gang at 12 years old—a story that mirrors the experience of so many of our youth today.He also shared how hopelessness consumed him afterbeing sentenced to life without parole at just 17. Yet, inside those walls, Wajuba found a spark. Through programming, therapy, and mentorship, he began the hard work of healing. With the help of California legislation and a determined attorney, he walked free after 22 years—and has since dedicated his life to giving others the hope he once longed for.This is more than just his story—it's a story of transformation, redemption, and the belief that second chances matter.Call to Action: Share this episode with your family,friends, and especially our youth. Let them hear how hope can rise out of hopelessness, and how the cycle can be broken. Together, we can be part of the change.

In this episode of The Passing Judgment Podcast, host Jessica Levinson recaps the latest legal developments with the Menendez brothers. After being resentenced in May 2025 to 50 years to life, Lyle and Eric Menendez became eligible for parole and recently had hearings—but both were denied, mainly due to the brutal nature of their crime and rule violations in prison. Jessica explains that their legal team is still pursuing release through a habeas corpus petition (based on new abuse allegations) and a clemency request to Governor Newsom, although both are unlikely to succeed. Here are three key takeaways you don't want to miss:Resentencing & Parole Eligibility: A recent resentencing in May 2025 made the brothers eligible for parole under California's youthful offender framework, even though they were originally sentenced to life without parole.Recent Parole Board Denials: Despite the new eligibility, both Eric and Lyle were denied parole this August, with rule violations and the brutal nature of their crimes weighing heavily against them.Multiple Ongoing Legal Paths: In addition to parole, the Menendez team is pursuing a habeas corpus petition (introducing new evidence) and a clemency request to the governor, though both face significant legal hurdles.Follow Our Host: @LevinsonJessica

The man found guilty of murdering Maryland mother Rachel Morin has been sentenced to life in prison, almost two years after her tragic death.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AP correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on the grocery store shooting in Arkansas last year

What Really Happened in the Idaho Four Case? #Bryan Kohberger #Idaho 4 case #Life without Parole #formerdetectivesergeant #NYPD #homicidesergeant Sgt. Bill Cannon shares his perspective on the latest developments in this court case. Tune in as he offers his expert analysis on the acceptance of evidence and how it impacts the pursuit of justice. This true crime story continues to be updated.

BREAKING: Kohberger Gets Life Sentence with No Chance of Parole #Bryan Kohberger #life without Parole #idahomurders Bryan Kohberger's final appearance in court, sentenced to life without parole. The families presented their impact statements to the court and the rest of the world. This brutal story has come to an end with justice being served. There is no geting back the lives of the students brutally murdered Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin. Prayers for the families.

In Idaho, families of the University of Idaho students murdered in their beds confront their killer Bryan Kohberger with words of anger and defiance, paying tribute to their loved ones. In Colorado, Dr. James Craig's girlfriend takes the stand against him as his trial on charges of fatally poisoning his wife enters its second week. And in Wisconsin, an unusual traffic stop cracks open a 30 year old double murder case.Find out more about the cases covered each week here: www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com

Does Life Without Parole Actually Mean You'll Die in Prison? #Bryan Kohberger Life in prison #Bryan Kohberger solitary confinement #life without parole The discussion covers the legal system and differences between the death penalty and life without parole. It also touches on criminal justice and how resentencing can alter the outcomes of cases. The video also mentions alternative sentencing, offering insights into the complexities of judicial discretion.

Why Did Koberger Take the Deal? #PoliceOffTheCuff #kohbeger #judgehippler Bill Cannon reviews Brian Kohberger's plea deal and its ramifications. The video analyzes the reactions to the #pleadGuilty and what it signifies for the families involved in the #idahomurders. Stay informed with the latest #news and #truecrime analysis from Police Off the Cuff.

"BREAKING: Kohberger Pleads Guilty, Escapes Death Penalty!" #kohberger #deathpenalty #idaho 4 case In a dramatic last minute suprise Bryan Kohberger charged with the murders of Idaho students, Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin will plead guity on Wednesday to 4 counts of first degree murder. This plea will spare Kohberger from receiving the death penalty. Some families of the victim's are not happy over this plea. Stay tuned for the latest developments in the Kohberger trial. #PoliceOffTheCuff

Florida Mom, Rachiel Moore Gets Life Without Parole for Hiring Ex-Stepdad to Take Out Father In Custody Battle A 27-year-old Florida mother will die in prison for orchestrating the murder of her 4-year-old daughter's father—an ambush carried out in front of the child only hours after a judge granted the victim shared custody. On Thursday, Santa Rosa Circuit Judge Clifton Drake sentenced Rachiel Moore to life without the possibility of parole for the March 2023 slaying of 24-year-old Colby Vinson. A jury had convicted Moore of first-degree murder and evidence tampering, finding she enlisted her former stepfather, 55-year-old Jason Curtis, to pull the trigger. Curtis was convicted of the same murder in May and also received life without parole. Prosecutors said phone and social-media records showed Moore and Curtis traded messages “all week” plotting the hit. Moore wired gas money and provided Vinson's home and work addresses, physical description, and daily routine so Curtis—nicknamed “Booger”—could identify and kill him. Deputies were dispatched just after 10 p.m. on March 19 to an apartment complex on Navarre Parkway, about 170 miles west of Tallahassee. They found Vinson on his back outside his doorway, shot once in the face, as his preschool-aged daughter stood beside his body unharmed. Moore's godmother told detectives the shooting came the very night Vinson first exercised overnight visitation in nearly a year. Hours earlier, a family-court judge had awarded him split custody after a contentious legal fight with Moore. When investigators questioned Moore, she admitted venting to Curtis about the ruling. She said Curtis responded by sending Facebook Messenger photos of guns and knives. Moore thanked him “for making her feel better” and then deleted the app, later claiming she had not believed Curtis would act on his threats. According to the probable-cause affidavit, Curtis phoned Moore around 10 p.m. on the night of the murder and told her, “You don't have to worry about it—everything is fine. I have to put my a-- in the wind.” Moore described his tone as “excited” and promised to reimburse him $50 for gas. License-plate readers and cellphone data placed Curtis's vehicle on a northbound route to Alabama, where state troopers arrested him the next day. Inside the car, officers recovered a handgun believed to be the murder weapon and a handwritten note listing Vinson's appearance and both residential and workplace addresses. During trial, jurors heard that Moore deleted messages, removed apps from her phone, and asked acquaintances to lie about her whereabouts in an effort to hide her involvement. The tampering conviction stems from those attempts to erase digital evidence. After Thursday's sentencing, State Attorney Ginger Bowden Madden praised local, state, and federal agencies that “worked seamlessly to secure justice for Colby Vinson and his daughter, who witnessed an unimaginable crime.” Moore showed little emotion as she was led from the courtroom in shackles. She offered no apology to Vinson's family, who filled several rows wearing blue ribbons in the victim's memory. Curtis remains in a Florida state prison; Moore will soon join him, both without any chance of release. Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Florida Mom, Rachiel Moore Gets Life Without Parole for Hiring Ex-Stepdad to Take Out Father In Custody Battle A 27-year-old Florida mother will die in prison for orchestrating the murder of her 4-year-old daughter's father—an ambush carried out in front of the child only hours after a judge granted the victim shared custody. On Thursday, Santa Rosa Circuit Judge Clifton Drake sentenced Rachiel Moore to life without the possibility of parole for the March 2023 slaying of 24-year-old Colby Vinson. A jury had convicted Moore of first-degree murder and evidence tampering, finding she enlisted her former stepfather, 55-year-old Jason Curtis, to pull the trigger. Curtis was convicted of the same murder in May and also received life without parole. Prosecutors said phone and social-media records showed Moore and Curtis traded messages “all week” plotting the hit. Moore wired gas money and provided Vinson's home and work addresses, physical description, and daily routine so Curtis—nicknamed “Booger”—could identify and kill him. Deputies were dispatched just after 10 p.m. on March 19 to an apartment complex on Navarre Parkway, about 170 miles west of Tallahassee. They found Vinson on his back outside his doorway, shot once in the face, as his preschool-aged daughter stood beside his body unharmed. Moore's godmother told detectives the shooting came the very night Vinson first exercised overnight visitation in nearly a year. Hours earlier, a family-court judge had awarded him split custody after a contentious legal fight with Moore. When investigators questioned Moore, she admitted venting to Curtis about the ruling. She said Curtis responded by sending Facebook Messenger photos of guns and knives. Moore thanked him “for making her feel better” and then deleted the app, later claiming she had not believed Curtis would act on his threats. According to the probable-cause affidavit, Curtis phoned Moore around 10 p.m. on the night of the murder and told her, “You don't have to worry about it—everything is fine. I have to put my a-- in the wind.” Moore described his tone as “excited” and promised to reimburse him $50 for gas. License-plate readers and cellphone data placed Curtis's vehicle on a northbound route to Alabama, where state troopers arrested him the next day. Inside the car, officers recovered a handgun believed to be the murder weapon and a handwritten note listing Vinson's appearance and both residential and workplace addresses. During trial, jurors heard that Moore deleted messages, removed apps from her phone, and asked acquaintances to lie about her whereabouts in an effort to hide her involvement. The tampering conviction stems from those attempts to erase digital evidence. After Thursday's sentencing, State Attorney Ginger Bowden Madden praised local, state, and federal agencies that “worked seamlessly to secure justice for Colby Vinson and his daughter, who witnessed an unimaginable crime.” Moore showed little emotion as she was led from the courtroom in shackles. She offered no apology to Vinson's family, who filled several rows wearing blue ribbons in the victim's memory. Curtis remains in a Florida state prison; Moore will soon join him, both without any chance of release. Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

There is a legislative effort on Beacon Hill to give people serving life sentences the chance at a parole hearing. The bill would eliminate life sentences without the possibility of parole, by allowing incarcerated people the opportunity to have a parole hearing after 25 years of their sentence. Do you support that idea? Why or why not? Daniel Delaney of Delaney Policy Group, a lobbyist for the bill, joined us to discuss.Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

There is a legislative effort on Beacon Hill to give people serving life sentences the chance at a parole hearing. The bill would eliminate life sentences without the possibility of parole, by allowing incarcerated people the opportunity to have a parole hearing after 25 years of their sentence. Do you support that idea? Why or why not?Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

Welcome back to The Table! In this month's episode, Katie and Macayla are diving into a critical and timely issue: Juvenile Life Without Parole (JLWOP) in Michigan. We're joined by Jose Burgos from the Campaign for the Fair Sentencing of Youth to unpack the historical context of JLWOP, the racial disparities that define its use, and the status of the pending legislation in Michigan.Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of rape and homicide. Listener discretion is advised.Tune in to learn more about the fight to end juvenile life without parole in Michigan—and how you can be part of the change. Listen today at www.miyouthjustice.org/thetable or wherever you find your podcasts!Related resources:Learn more about the Campaign for the Fair Sentencing of Youth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Colorado mother is serving life in prison after a jury found she killed her 2-year-old son through months of abuse and medical neglect. Drew Nelson reports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marquell Smith is serving life without parole, but new legislation is giving him hope. Plus, a new map from the California Fire Marshal shows one North County city saw a major increase in fire risk. And, Sea World is treating more and more marine animals with domoic acid poisoning.

Erik Burgess never gave up the hope he was getting out of prison. In this episode of Nightmare Success, host Brent Cassity interviews with Erik Burgess, who shares his incredible journey from being sentenced to life in prison without parole to ultimately finding freedom. Ultimately, Erik was in prison for 18 years and was set free. The conversation delves into the challenges of prison life, the importance of family support, and the strategies Erik employed to maintain hope and resilience during his incarceration. Erik discusses the legal battles he faced, the impact of advocacy groups, and the emotional rollercoaster of preparing for reentry into society after years behind bars. Erik focused on education and now has a Bachelor in Psychology. This inspiring story highlights the power of mindset and the human spirit's ability to overcome even the darkest circumstances. He emphasizes the importance of mindset, resilience, and the power of perception in overcoming challenges. Erik discusses the significance of relationships, the obstacles faced during reentry, and the role of hope and helping others in creating a fulfilling life post-incarceration. His story serves as an inspiration for those navigating similar paths, highlighting the potential for personal growth and positive change.Show sponsors: Navigating the challenges of white-collar crime? The White-Collar Support Group at Prisonist.org offers guidance, resources, and a community for those affected. Discover support today at Prisonist.org Protect your online reputation with Discoverability! Use code NIGHTMARE SUCCESS for an exclusive discount on services to boost your digital image and online reputation. Visit Discoverability.co and secure your online presence today. Skip the hassle of car shopping with Auto Plaza Direct. They'll handle every detail to find your perfect vehicle. Visit AutoPlazaDirect.com "Your personal car concierge!"

Indiana Dems push bills that Tony supports? Should Death Penalty in Indiana be replaced with Life Without Parole. USPS temporarily stops accepting inbound packages from China and Hong Kong.. then reverses. Little House on the Prairie Theme. Schumer tries to lead a chant. Trump can’t understand Afghanistan reporter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump meets with Netanyahu, calls for U.S. to take control of Gaza strip Pam Bondi confirmed. Fetterman is the only Dem to vote yes. Denmark eyes the US military as part of its future. Sweden school shooting death toll climbs to 11. How long will Mike Woodson keep his job? Another win for children, girls, women and honesty. If Iran attempts assassination, 'they get obliterated' Trump Presidency has been a giant reset button Waffle House adding egg surcharge. Man From Mexico Deported Three Times Already, Arrested Again In Indy. Chief Chris Bailey, does this mean that the IMPD is working with ICE, was Diego Escobar reported to ICE before? Recipes for the big game. Mad Maxine protecting the administrative class, not the taxpayer. Building for sale on the marketplace. US to take "ownership" of the Gaza Strip? Indiana Dems push bills that Tony supports? Should Death Penalty in Indiana be replaced with Life Without Parole. USPS temporarily stops accepting inbound packages from China and Hong Kong.. then reverses. Little House on the Prairie Theme. Schumer tries to lead a chant. Trump can’t understand Afghanistan reporter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  Twenty-six-year-old Jose Antonio Ibarra, an illegal immigrant, was arrested after police identified him as a suspect in the tragic murder of college student Laken Riley, who was killed while jogging on the University of Georgia campus in February. Riley was found dead with signs of blunt force trauma and asphyxiation. Today, Sheryl McCollum and Nancy Grace discuss the recent conviction of Jose Antonio Ibarra for the brutal murder of Laken Riley in Athens, Georgia. They reflect on the courtroom proceedings, the lack of remorse from Lbarra, and the heart-wrenching impact statements from Laken's family and friends. Nancy shares her personal experience with loss and the long-term effects of dealing with the murder of a loved one. This episode will close with an 18-minutes of silence in honor of Laken's fight for her life. Show Notes: (0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week's crime roundup    (0:20) Justice served - conviction of Laken Riley's Killer  (1:00) Emotional impact the trial had on the family  (4:00) Nancy shares personal reflections   (6:00) “Her friends and family have a life sentence.”  (9:00) Discussion on the term “Peeping Tom” and its trivialization of crimes (12:00) Concerns about the sufficiency of the life without parole sentence (14:00) Reflections on grief and moving forward (15:45) Eighteen minutes of silence in Laken's memory  (34:30) Thank you for listening! --- Nancy Grace is an outspoken, tireless advocate for victims' rights and one of television's most respected legal analysts. Nancy Grace had a perfect conviction record during her decade as a prosecutor. She is the founder and publisher of CrimeOnline.com, a crime- fighting digital platform that investigates breaking crime news, spreads awareness of missing people and shines a light on cold cases.  In addition, Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, a daily show hosted by Grace, airs on SIRIUS XM's Triumph Channel 111 and is downloadable as a podcast on all audio platforms - https://www.crimeonline.com/ Connect with Nancy:  X: @nancygrace Instagram: @thenancygrace Facebook: @nancygrace Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice.  Connect with Sheryl: Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com X: @ColdCaseTips Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The DARK TRUTH About Jose Ibarra's Sentence! #LakenRiley #JoseIbarra #Lifewithoutparole

Owen Skyler Shover, 23, was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole on Friday, October 25, for the 2019 killing of his former classmate, 16-year-old Aranda Briones. Shover blamed Briones for getting him expelled from Moreno Valley High School, a grudge that led to her death. Briones' body has never been found, leaving lingering questions. “There are many questions left unanswered, none more than where is Aranda?” Riverside County Superior Court Judge Timothy J. Hollenhorst told Shover during sentencing. “You are the face of pure evil,” the judge said, adding that Shover appeared incapable of remorse. The events leading to the tragedy began on November 7, 2017, when Briones and Shover, along with friends, skipped class to hang out at a park. Shover, carrying a handgun, gave it to Briones to hide when a school resource officer approached. Panicked, she threw the weapon into a drainage canal, but the officer saw her dispose of it and detained her. Both students were expelled from school in February 2018 following the incident. Prosecutors revealed that Shover harbored resentment against Briones for the expulsion. Social media messages from November 2018 to January 2019 detailed Shover's attempts to obtain another handgun. On January 12, 2019, he invited Briones to join him on a so-called “adventure,” promising she could ride along on drug deliveries and robberies. The two met at Bayside Park the following day, with Briones posting photos of their reunion. However, by 6 p.m., Shover's intentions became clear when he messaged his brother, “Be ready for tonight. Get shovels and lighter fluid ready.” The pair drove into the San Bernardino Mountains, where the phone signals dropped between 8:30 p.m. and 10:15 p.m., leaving no trace of their location. Shover's phone reactivated later that night at his father's house. Briones was reported missing soon after. Investigators discovered her blood in the trunk of Shover's car and a Facebook message to his brother confirming plans for the crime. At sentencing, Briones' friend described her as “a kind spirit who was always joyful, even in bad moments.” Shover's brother, Gary, pleaded guilty in March to being an accessory after the fact and received 12 months' probation. Shover's attorney, Stephen Allen, expressed disappointment with the sentence, saying, “We are sad about the outcome and hopeful the appellate process will address any errors.” Shover will serve life in prison without parole, leaving the question of Briones' final resting place unanswered. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Owen Skyler Shover, 23, was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole on Friday, October 25, for the 2019 killing of his former classmate, 16-year-old Aranda Briones. Shover blamed Briones for getting him expelled from Moreno Valley High School, a grudge that led to her death. Briones' body has never been found, leaving lingering questions. “There are many questions left unanswered, none more than where is Aranda?” Riverside County Superior Court Judge Timothy J. Hollenhorst told Shover during sentencing. “You are the face of pure evil,” the judge said, adding that Shover appeared incapable of remorse. The events leading to the tragedy began on November 7, 2017, when Briones and Shover, along with friends, skipped class to hang out at a park. Shover, carrying a handgun, gave it to Briones to hide when a school resource officer approached. Panicked, she threw the weapon into a drainage canal, but the officer saw her dispose of it and detained her. Both students were expelled from school in February 2018 following the incident. Prosecutors revealed that Shover harbored resentment against Briones for the expulsion. Social media messages from November 2018 to January 2019 detailed Shover's attempts to obtain another handgun. On January 12, 2019, he invited Briones to join him on a so-called “adventure,” promising she could ride along on drug deliveries and robberies. The two met at Bayside Park the following day, with Briones posting photos of their reunion. However, by 6 p.m., Shover's intentions became clear when he messaged his brother, “Be ready for tonight. Get shovels and lighter fluid ready.” The pair drove into the San Bernardino Mountains, where the phone signals dropped between 8:30 p.m. and 10:15 p.m., leaving no trace of their location. Shover's phone reactivated later that night at his father's house. Briones was reported missing soon after. Investigators discovered her blood in the trunk of Shover's car and a Facebook message to his brother confirming plans for the crime. At sentencing, Briones' friend described her as “a kind spirit who was always joyful, even in bad moments.” Shover's brother, Gary, pleaded guilty in March to being an accessory after the fact and received 12 months' probation. Shover's attorney, Stephen Allen, expressed disappointment with the sentence, saying, “We are sad about the outcome and hopeful the appellate process will address any errors.” Shover will serve life in prison without parole, leaving the question of Briones' final resting place unanswered. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Shocking: Stephan Sterns death penalty, or life without parole? #stephansterns #madelinesoto #jennifersoto Stephan Stern is facing the ultimate punishment for his crimes, but will it be the death penalty or life without parole? In this video, we dive into the details of the case and explore the possible outcomes. From the evidence presented to the prosecutor's strategy, we examine all the factors that will influence the verdict.