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Former Mississippi teacher Wilson Jones used artificial intelligence to create explicit videos of his own middle school students, a scheme uncovered by a school monitoring system that flagged a "severe sexual alert" from his computer. Investigators say he used the students' real faces and typed detailed, explicit prompts into an AI website to generate the material. With his federal trial approachi...

The man accused of brutally murdering young welder Amber Czech could face upgraded charges. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber and Minnesota trial attorney Paul Applebaum are taking a closer look at the latest from a Minnesota courtroom, including the court-ordered mental health evaluation for her coworker and alleged killer, David Delong. GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/amber-czech PLEASE SUPPORT T...

The back and forth continues in the Celeste Rivas Hernandez investigation. An LAPD official is pushing back on a claim that the 14-year-old's body was frozen and decapitated, but in a new twist, the LA County Medical Examiner's office has confirmed a court-ordered security hold, sealing all information about her death. What does the security hold mean for the investigation, and does this suggest t...

There are major new developments in the Celeste Rivas Hernandez death investigation. Reports allege the teenage girl's body, found in the trunk of a Tesla registered to singer D4vd, was frozen, dismembered, and decapitated. Now, a potential second suspect who may have helped with the body's disposal has been identified. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber and former police commander Mike King break down t...

Ryan Wedding — a former Olympic snowboarder — is now accused of becoming one of the world’s most violent drug kingpins. Prosecutors say he ran a billion-dollar cocaine empire, ordered multiple murders, and even hunted down a federal witness. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down the explosive new indictment with criminal defense attorney Eric Faddis. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Grow your own audien...

We're on the brink of the Department of Justice's release of the Jeffrey Epstein files, as mandated by the new Epstein Files Transparency Act. But how much new information can we realistically expect to see? Law&Crime's Jesse Weber sits down with CNN senior legal analyst Elie Honig to analyze some of the biggest questions. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Grow your own audience today – go to https://w...

Two arrests have been made in the shooting death of former WWE NXT star Knuckles Madsen, whose real name is Kevin Nikel. His ex-wife, Amanda Penny, and her new boyfriend, Michael Hogue, are accused of plotting together to kill him. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down the two wildly competing narratives, as well as the charges and possibility of bail with victim’s rights lawyer John Phillips. P...

A young, vibrant TikTok influencer is dead, allegedly at the hands of her own boyfriend. Maurice "Girlalala" Harrison, 21, was shot and killed in Florida, and her boyfriend, Shanoyd Whyte Jr., is now behind bars facing a first-degree murder charge. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber is joined by criminal defense attorney John Day to discuss the shocking details revealed in the arrest affidavit and the cr...

As conflicting updates emerge in the Celeste Rivas Hernandez case, questions are growing about why no arrests have been made — even after the 14-year-old’s body was found in a Tesla registered to singer D4vd and investigators collected materials from a rental property linked to where he had been staying. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down what these developments mean for where the investigati...

A judge set a woman's bail at $10 million after an alleged robbery scheme at a Washington casino turned into a homicide investigation. Raylin Marie Benzie is accused of putting fentanyl in the drink of her victim, Arslan, after forgetting her “usual” date rape drug. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber sits down with criminal defense attorney Skye Lazaro to unpack the astonishing details from the probable...

A huge Halloween party thrown by a South Carolina teen ended in gun violence, leaving several shot. The host's father, Kyle Johnson, now faces criminal charges. Why is this parent being held responsible, and what does controversial surveillance footage reveal? Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber and criminal defense attorney Jeffrey Wolf have the latest in this shocking case. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If y...

A South Carolina man is headed to prison for decades after shooting his girlfriend, a mother of three children, and setting her car on fire with her body inside. The horrific crime left Bamberg County reeling, but a chilling text message from the victim, Megan Bodiford, to her friend provided a crucial early clue. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down the critical evidence the killer left behind...

Never-before-seen emails from Jeffrey Epstein’s estate have just been released by the House Oversight Committee — and for the first time, they directly mention President Trump, shedding new light on the world Ghislaine Maxwell was operating in and the powerful figures connected to Epstein. Maxwell — convicted of helping Epstein traffic underage girls — may be trying to cut her 20-year prison sente...

A North Carolina woman sued a social media star for "alienation of affection" and "criminal conversation," claiming the influencer broke up her marriage. With TikTok star Brenay Kennard representing herself against Akira Montague, the courtroom saw an intense showdown, shocking testimonies, and a major verdict that rocked the internet. Family law attorney Randy Kessler joins Law&Crime’s Jesse...

Christopher Scholtes was found dead just days before he was to begin a 20-30 year prison sentence for the hot car death of his 2-year-old daughter Parker. Now, another of his children has filed a lawsuit against him, exposing more family secrets. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber takes a closer look at the new lawsuit with Arizona trial attorney Dwane Cates. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you’re ever injur...

AJ Owens through a closed door, is now attempting to countersue Owens' children for defamation. Lorincz maintains she acted in self-defense, claiming Owens and her children threatened her. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber analyzes the wrongful death lawsuit filed by AJ Owens' family and Lorincz's surprising plans for a countersuit, with insights from Anthony Thomas, lawyer for AJ Owens’ Estate. PLEASE...

Mia Bailey, 30, accepted a plea deal in Utah court on Thursday, agreeing to plead guilty to murder and aggravated assault charges, with the stipulation that she was mentally unwell at the time she committed her crimes. In June 2024, Bailey admitted to police that she'd killed her parents, Joseph and Gail Bailey, and had tried to shoot her brother. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber and litigator Rich Sch...

Shocking new details are emerging after a UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville, Kentucky killed at least 12 people. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber and former FBI & CIA agent Tracy Walder delve into the investigation, including mechanical failure, pilot error, and potential sabotage. Discover the latest information, the recovery of the plane's black box, and how officials are organizing the massive...

Halloween night took a dark turn when a mother allegedly hit a teenage girl in the face while out trick-or-treating. Trish Eubanks faces multiple charges in Paragould, Arkansas. With conflicting stories, social media outrage, and serious charges, trial attorney Alea Roberts joins Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber to break down what happened, the legal implications, and how public pressure could impact t...

Florida mom Walquiria Cassini, her fiancé, and her adult son were arrested for child sex abuse, but in a stunning twist, all the charges against them have been dropped. Now, Cassini accuses her ex-husband of orchestrating a twisted revenge plot. Plus, the lead detective in the case is under internal investigation for allegedly burying exculpatory evidence. Lawyers Matthew Goldberger and Mac Kenzie...

After the body of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez was found in singer D4vd’s Tesla, new details are emerging that could change what we know about her final days. Private investigator Steve Fischer, hired to investigate the case, uncovered a clue linked to the same day D4vd posted a TikTok from a Six Flags roller coaster, just 16 days after Celeste was reported missing. In this episode, Law&amp...

An apparent ICE agent was busted for allegedly driving drunk with his kids in the car. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber goes through body camera footage of Scott Thomas Deiseroth's tense roadside encounter with deputies in the Florida Keys, including his attempts to use his law enforcement status for special treatment and struggles through sobriety tests. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Download the FREE Upsi...

Netflix’s latest true crime docuseries, The Perfect Neighbor, tells the shocking story of Ajike “AJ” Owens, a mother of four who was fatally shot in her Marion County, Florida neighborhood by her own neighbor, Susan Lorincz. Owens’ children and neighbors had clashed with Lorincz for months over noise and play in a local field — a dispute that escalated into a deadly confrontation. Law&Crime’s...

Jesse Mack Butler, a high school baseball player from Stillwater, Oklahoma, pleaded guilty to a series of horrific sexual assaults against teen girls he dated — including rape and strangulation. Butler ended up taking a plea deal — resulting in a shocking sentence that has sparked outrage. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber breaks down the chilling court filings and Butler’s controversial plea with YouTu...

An estimated $102 million worth of jewels were stolen from the Louvre museum in Paris in a brazen heist that took just minutes. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down the shocking timeline, the priceless items taken, and the ongoing investigation with former CIA & FBI agent Tracy Walder. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Thank you to Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit https://wildgrain.com/sidebar and us...