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Fleeting Thought
Dene flexed his wrists upwards, barely an inch of movement and certainly not enough to scratch his nose. He eyed the door again. Although he could see movement from the short shadows on the floor, the lack of windows offered no hint as to when their owners would enter the room. Thanks to the strap across his forehead, he could barely move his head to either side, and the slightly squat position put too much pressure on his spine. Dene knew that the moment he was released he would be in agony. He was pretty sure his detainment was against his civil rights, let alone the physical restraints, and the moment someone came for him he was going to tell them.
By Philippa Robinson8 years ago in Criminal
Alligator
(Based upon a true story.) Marie was five years old the first time she saw her father genuinely scared. Not even with the recent threats of losing his job had he been that scared. They had been vacationing in Hot Springs, Arkansas; Marie's father had lost his hat out the train window, so he decided to go onto Main Street to look for a new one. His other had been getting a bit old, anyway. So upon going into town, Marie decided to wear her favorite pink dress, and she begged her father to let her play hopscotch out in front of the store, and he agreed, only if she would stay in front of the window so he could see her.
By Virginia Eatchel8 years ago in Criminal
The Worst Prison Riots of All Time
Prison riots don't just happen out of no where, there's almost always a reason for them. It could be that the inmates weren't being treated right, unfair regulations, lack of food, or anything else that would tick off the inmates. Since they're human, they want to be viewed as one. Sure, they're in prison for a crime they've committed, but while staying under the roof, they shouldn't be living in inhuman conditions. Just being locked up away from freedom, eating innutritious food, and sleeping on a stiff mattress is enough to have them ponder over what they've committed.
By C.C. Curtis8 years ago in Criminal
Muddling Through the Web of Justice
I do not remember a time during my childhood when I was not abused. I do not remember a time when I was not plagued with a burden no child should face. Now, after years of therapy, I am free from the invisible wounds my abuse inflicted on me. I no longer spend days trying to forget the way his hands felt. The only worry that still sticks with me is the thought that he might do the same crime to someone else. My experience is a thorough example of a complete miscarriage of justice at the hands of those who were supposed to protect me.
By Anna Bloom8 years ago in Criminal
Why 'Tunnel' Is the Perfect Korean Drama for Fans of the Crime/Thriller Genre
One of the exciting kdramas of 2017 spring season was Tunnel. I wasn't initially planning on watching this drama because I had no interest in the crime/thriller genre, but I gave this drama a chance because Choi Jin-Hyuk is one of my favorite actors. I've seen him in the legal drama, Pride and Prejudice, where he had a similar role of catching the bad guys and solving criminal cases. So when I learned about his role in this kdrama, I had faith that he would give another spectacular performance. Yet aside from such praise in his acting, Tunnel is a drama that intrigued me with its suspenseful storyline.
By Ederlyn Peralta8 years ago in Criminal
Serial Killers That Were Never Caught
I've always been fascinated by the motives of serial killers, especially the ones that were always two steps ahead of the police. The ones who were never caught, the few who managed to pull off crimes so heinous it led the people who sought to find them in circles for decades. These four serial killers are still notoriously famous for their crimes, leading some people to still obsessively to this day try to put a name and face to their crimes. In chronological order, here are four serial killers still unnamed to this day.
By Alyssa Herndon8 years ago in Criminal
On Death Row
It was my second year of college and I was in a lecture about homicide and serial killers. My professor was extremely passionate about all things morbid so this was probably my favourite class that I attended that year. She shared with us the letters she actively wrote to prisoners, recommended great documentaries, and provided us resources that not a lot of the general public would know about. These included websites containing every last detail of inmates who were executed on death row.
By Jenny Reed8 years ago in Criminal
Smarter Than They Thought
The city’s changed. The scum of the earth have all swarmed here. They've made the clean, pure soul that once gave this place life dirtier than the sub-human scum that populate it. McDonald’s closed a few days ago. I sit here without joy. Without faith. Without trousers. I draw a cigarette gracefully from a container, ignite one, and take a long hit. I have to do it. I can’t think of another way to relish in the noir style I’m clearly going for. What a waste of £3.50. I’m glad I didn’t go for Egyptian cigarettes like the good detectives do. They probably cost even more—£3.51 or something crazy.
By Conor Hufton8 years ago in Criminal
Best True Crime Documentaries on Netflix to Stream Right Now. Top Story - January 2018.
Nothing is more engaging than true crime documentaries. The fact that these documentaries are based on real events is what really lures us in. We're shocked by the idea that these actually occurred. There are tons of crime documentaries and we can honestly learn a lot from them through studying the culprits to understand how the investigators tied everything together. They really get you sitting at the edge of your seat and keep you up during the nights reminiscing on every documentary you've watched.
By James Fangs8 years ago in Criminal
Craziest Murder Defenses That Actually Worked
Ever wondered how some people can just get away with causing trouble like it was nothing? There's always that one brat from our childhood that seemed he or she could never do wrong, yet when unscrutinized he/she would become a demon. Of course, they never got in trouble, but you always knew: one day. Maybe it was a sibling, or a really close friend of yours. Eventually they'd get caught and their given excuses were some of the most extraordinary pieces of BS you had ever heard. And yet, they'd still get off scotch free.
By George Herman8 years ago in Criminal
