The Real Crime Diary

This week on True Crime Daily The Podcast, the tragic story of an innocent man being gunned down in a case of mistaken identity has left many in shock. According to police, the victim was the victim of a senseless act of violence, with his brother reflecting on the family’s search for justice. The brother shares his grief and frustration at the loss of his loved one, as well as the devastation caused by this irreparable tragedy that has forever changed their lives. Luis Bolaños, a guest on the podcast, joins host Ana Garcia to discuss the heartbreaking details of Read the full article here

An Indiana man, identified as David Moore from St. John’s, Ind., found himself in hot water after allegedly cheating in an Illinois bass fishing tournament held in May. The underhanded scheme involved Moore transporting fish across state lines and attempting to pass them off as legitimate catches during the competition. Illinois Conservation Police received a tip on May 10 regarding Moore’s suspicious activities on the Calumet River, prompting an investigation that would ultimately reveal his deceitful actions during the Cal Sag Bass Anglers tournament the following day at Waterfront Marina on Little Calumet River in Burnham, Ill. The rules of Read the full article here

In the early morning hours in Northport, Alabama, an attempted ATM theft occurred at the Alabama One Credit Union on McFarland Boulevard. The Northport police are currently searching for those responsible for this bold crime. Suspects were reported to have used a truck and chains to drag two ATMs from the credit union around 2 a.m. on a Friday. The machines were later discovered abandoned at a nearby church. Fortunately, no money was stolen from the ATMs during the attempted theft, but the incident has raised concerns about the safety of such devices in the area. According to reports from Read the full article here

Authorities in Bakersfield, California made a troubling discovery at the home of a Lamont man who was on probation. During a routine check, officers found a shotgun, ammunition, and a pipe used for smoking methamphetamine. This concerning find raised red flags for law enforcement officials, leading to the arrest of the man in question. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by probation departments in monitoring and enforcing regulations on individuals with a history of criminal activity. The discovery took place when officers visited the home on Bertal Street in Lamont. Upon searching the premises, they Read the full article here

An officer with the James City County Police Department (JCCPD) in Virginia found himself in hot water after being indicted on several ‘non-work related’ charges, as per a news release from JCCPD. The officer in question, Caleb Crawford, had been serving with the department since August of 2021. The charges brought against him by the Williamsburg/James City County Grand Jury included malicious wounding, child abuse, and contributing to the delinquency of a minor. The incident came to light on March 26, 2024, when Child Protective Services discovered injuries to a child allegedly caused by Crawford, prompting them to inform JCCPD. Read the full article here

A vehicle pursuit ending in a fatal crash in Cullman, Alabama, on Friday morning has left a community in shock. Chad Whaley of the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office reported that the CCSO assisted in a pursuit that began in Hartselle and made its way into Cullman County. The chase came to a tragic end when the fleeing vehicle crashed within the city limits of Cullman, causing damage to other vehicles in its path. The driver of the fleeing vehicle was apprehended by law enforcement officials, bringing the dangerous situation to a close. Unfortunately, Cullman County Jeremy Kilpatrick confirmed that there Read the full article here

Portsmouth police officer, Carmen Johnson, found herself in hot water after being charged with driving under the influence in Hampton. The incident occurred when Johnson reached speeds of up to 100 miles per hour on the interstate and allegedly kicked an officer during her arrest. Court documents revealed that Johnson also made racially charged remarks towards the arresting officer, expressing a dislike for white people. The chain of events began on a late Saturday night when Johnson was spotted speeding in a white Dodge Durango in the area of W. Mercury Blvd. and I-664, nearly colliding with a police vehicle Read the full article here

In Albany, New York, a jury recently found 26-year-old Brandon Bartley guilty of drug trafficking and gun crimes. He faces a minimum of 15 years to life in prison for trafficking fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine, and possessing over 30 firearms. Bartley confessed to participating in a conspiracy to distribute drugs and admitted that he intended to sell them from his apartment on Western Avenue in Albany. In May 2023, police searched his residence and confiscated 34 firearms, more than 400 grams of fentanyl pills, over 7,000 grams of methamphetamine pills, and more than 700 grams of cocaine. Bartley’s sentencing is scheduled Read the full article here

Terrance DeVaul Clark Jr. found himself fighting for his life as blood streamed from a wound on his neck, unable to stop the flow. Despite his best efforts, every word he spoke was accompanied by blood issuing from his lips. Mortally wounded, Clark managed to identify his attacker as a man named Jeremy with stars tattooed on his face. The events that unfolded on that fateful day in Bakersfield, California, led to the arrest of Jeremy Roberts, who stands charged with first-degree murder and faces a possible life sentence. With a preliminary hearing scheduled for July, the details of this Read the full article here

Donte Jamal Davis, a 30-year-old man, recently pleaded guilty to raping a housekeeper at a hotel in Downtown Norfolk. The incident occurred on May 15, 2023, at the Waterside Marriott off Main Street. According to prosecutors, Davis entered a room that the employee was cleaning and used a knife to threaten and subsequently rape her. Following the assault, Davis fled the scene when a supervisor checked on the victim. He even went as far as threatening to harm the supervisor before managing to escape. Fortunately, he was caught on surveillance footage at the hotel and later identified by an off-duty Read the full article here

Willie Green, a 41-year-old man from Albany, was recently sentenced to 25 years to life in state prison for committing second-degree murder in 2022. Green, who was considered a persistent felon, was convicted of the murder charges and more by a jury in April. An indictment alleged that on November 10, 2022, Green intentionally caused the death of Hacief Oliver during a concert where the two men were performing. Oliver was shot in the chest and pronounced dead at the scene. The case was prosecuted by Major Crimes Bureau Chief Joseph Brucato and Assistant District Attorney Marissa Olsen. In addition Read the full article here

In Hanford, California, a 37-year-old woman was recently arrested after her mother was discovered dead, locked in a closet and wrapped in plastic bags. The tragic incident unfolded when a concerned neighbor contacted the Hanford Police Department on May 18 at 2:09 p.m. The neighbor had not seen the elderly woman for a couple of weeks, prompting the welfare check. Upon entering the victim’s home, the police made a grisly discovery. Inside the residence, law enforcement officers found the lifeless body of a senior female who had been locked in a closet. The victim was later identified as 67-year-old Peggi Read the full article here

Former Navy officer Michael Andrew Widroff, previously a psychologist for the USS Gerald R. Ford, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for attempted sexual coercion and enticement of a minor. This decision follows Widroff’s acceptance of a plea deal in October, which included charges of attempted production of child pornography and attempted transfer of obscene material to a minor. Widroff, 34, was arrested in June, prompting a series of legal actions that culminated in his recent sentencing. The U.S. Attorney’s office for the Eastern District of Virginia announced the outcome of this case on Friday, marking a significant Read the full article here

An Ulster County jury recently convicted 42-year-old Kingston man, William Mayo, on multiple charges related to drug dealing and illegal possession of firearms. Mayo faced a total of 11 counts, which included the sale and possession of drugs as well as unlawful possession of a loaded firearm. The three-day trial concluded with Mayo being found guilty on all charges, marking a victory for law enforcement in the fight against drug trafficking and gun violence. During the trial, it was revealed that Mayo has a history of five prior felony convictions, which could significantly impact the length of his sentence. In Read the full article here

In Janesville, Wisconsin, a shocking case has rocked the community as a 39-year-old high school coach was sentenced to nearly four decades in prison for recording girls changing in a locker room over a period of almost 10 years. Brian Kitzman was found guilty of multiple counts, including capturing intimate representations without consent, possessing intimate representations without consent, and invasion of privacy. The Rock County District Attorney’s Office announced the verdict on May 23, with Kitzman facing 38 years in the Wisconsin State Prison System, along with additional terms of initial confinement, extended supervision, and registration as a sex offender Read the full article here

Kristen Graham, a woman from York County, Virginia, has recently been indicted by a grand jury in connection with the tragic deaths of an infant and a dog in a hot car last year. The grand jury charged her with murder: non capital felony and child abuse/serious injury. This indictment came just two months after she was initially charged with felony murder in the case. The incident occurred when the child, Myrical, whom Graham was responsible for, was left in a hot car for approximately six hours as the heat index soared to a scorching 100 degrees. Originally, Graham was Read the full article here

Austin Breyette of Watervliet has been implicated as the driver of the dirt bike involved in the accident with Alexa Kropf after a thorough police investigation. The charges against Breyette span 70 pages and include offenses ranging from felonies to traffic violations. Following a search warrant at a residence in Watervliet, the 25-year-old suspect was apprehended and appeared in court on Friday, maintaining his innocence to all allegations while sporting a neutral expression. Kurt Haas, the Assistant Alternate Public Defender representing Breyette, emphasized that the charges against his client are merely allegations at this point. He refrained from further commentary Read the full article here

The Tehachapi Police Department in California is currently seeking the assistance of the public in locating a man and a woman who are believed to be linked to a theft that occurred in the Tehachapi area. According to reports, the pair allegedly stole a victim’s wallet from their purse while at a grocery store in Tehachapi on May 17. The incident has sparked a search for these individuals, with authorities urging anyone with information on their whereabouts to come forward. Following the alleged theft in Tehachapi, the man and woman reportedly proceeded to use the credit cards found in the Read the full article here

Zachary Iona, a 22-year-old man from Gwinnett County, Georgia, was recently sentenced to at least 30 years in prison for the heinous crimes he committed against a 15-year-old girl in 2022. Court records indicate that Iona pleaded guilty to several charges, including rape, aggravated assault, aggravated battery, child molestation, statutory rape, and possession of a firearm or knife during the commission of a felony. As a result, a judge handed down a life sentence with the possibility of parole after 30 years, along with five years of post-release parole. Additionally, Iona will be required to register as a sex offender. Read the full article here

A Norfolk man has been sentenced to two and a half years in prison for robbing cashiers at two separate stores in the area. On June 29, 2023, 48-year-old Christopher Scott Painter entered a 7-Eleven on Colley Avenue, claiming to have a gun and stealing several dozen cigarette cartons. Just a few weeks later, on July 15, Painter returned to the same 7-Eleven and physically pushed a clerk to steal more cigarettes. The clerk fought back with a crowbar, but Painter managed to escape with the stolen goods. Then, on July 25, Painter targeted a Dollar General on Tidewater Drive, Read the full article here