Law&Crime Sidebar

A trial date has been set for the plastic surgeon accused of killing his wife during a botched cosmetic surgery. Dr. Ben Brown is charged with a second-degree felony in connection with Hillary Ellington Brown’s death. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber delves into the latest court developments, arguments, and past allegations of wrongdoing, including previous incidents of over-medication and unauthorized...

Actor, director and producer Tyler Perry is fighting back against Derek Dixon's $260 million sexual harassment lawsuit, calling the claims "false" and accusing Dixon of being greedy. Perry's legal team argues the case should be dismissed due to lack of personal jurisdiction in California and a clause in Dixon's contracts. Celebrity criminal defense attorney Bradford Cohen joins Law&Crime’s Jes...

A woman allegedly handed her ex-lover a cooler containing a human fetus, telling him, "Here's your kid." Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber and trial attorney Ali Young delve into this disturbing case, exploring the harassment charge Makayla Annette Haedt faces and potential additional charges like desecration of remains, as well as Haedt's past erratic behavior. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Download the FRE...

An Israeli soldier turned Playboy model and "Penthouse Pet" is under investigation in Los Angeles for allegedly using dating apps to rob wealthy older men. Police have issued a special bulletin as more victims come forward, but she claims it's a giant conspiracy. Trial attorney Adante Pointer joins Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber to discuss the allegations, her response, and the legal implications. De...

When Nicholas Yates told police his mother vanished, it sounded like a missing person case. But when detectives uncovered bones in a backyard burn pit — a murder investigation began. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber breaks down the chilling affidavit, what investigators say they found in the yard, and what Yates allegedly confessed to police — with Indiana criminal defense attorney Andrew Baldwin. PLEA...

Priscilla Presley is facing new tax fraud allegations as part of a bombshell lawsuit filed by two former collaborators. Their attorney, Jordan Matthews, joins Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber to discuss the latest developments, including claims about Elvis's estate, Lisa Marie Presley's trust, and alleged false IRS filings. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you’re ever injured in an accident, you can check o...

Search warrants reveal chilling new details in the case of Oninda Romelus, accused of shooting her four children in Texas. Investigators found ammunition, multiple electronics, and dozens of Social Security and ID cards linked to potential fraud. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down the warrants and what they reveal about this shocking case. Guest: Dr. T. Anansi Wilson, Legal Scholar X/Youtube:...

Loren Whaley is under arrest after allegedly hitting a 7-year-old multiple times in a grocery store parking lot. Victims' rights lawyer John Phillips joins Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber to to discuss the shocking case, the challenges of interviewing child victims, and how an update to Tennessee law has changed the way child abuse cases are prosecuted in the state. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you’re...

An Arizona man allegedly drove two hours to meet a teen girl for sex, but it turned out to be an undercover officer. Justin Taylor Christman faces felony charges of attempted sexual conduct with a minor and aggravated luring of a minor for sexual exploitation. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber delves into the police report, the suspect’s history, and the tactics used in the undercover operation with She...

A champion bodybuilder is found brutally murdered, and his wife is the prime suspect. As new details emerge about the tumultuous relationship between Valter de Vargas Aita and his wife, Andrea Carvalho Aita, forensic psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Bober joins Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber to help make sense of how love could devolve into such hate. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you’re ever injured in an acci...

A young mother and her two-year-old daughter vanished without a trace. Now, shocking discoveries are shaking up the case. Police raided the home of Jennifer Wix’s former boyfriend, Joey Benton, uncovering weapons and disturbing material. Jennifer’s younger sister, Casey Robinson, who has spent two decades searching for answers, joins Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber to discuss the ongoing fight for jus...

A missing woman, a hoarder-style home, and a hidden attic wall where her body was found. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber dives into a chilling confession and the lingering questions surrounding the disappearance and death of 28-year-old Renia Lewis, whose case shook Vallejo, California. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber and Bullitt County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Alex Payne break down the investigation...

What started as a routine night at Tampa International Airport spiraled into a shocking standoff after police say first-class passenger Lauren Nash forced her way back onto an American Airlines flight after being denied re-boarding — then refused to leave her seat. Now, newly released body cam footage reveals Nash’s fiery outbursts and the tense struggle that brought the entire gate to a halt. Law...

Newly released audio and interviews shed light on the shocking case of Alexis Von Yates, a Florida nurse who entered a guilty plea to sexually abusing her 15-year-old stepson. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber examines the case through newly released body camera video and interview tapes, including the father's evolving statements and the legal fallout that led to Yates's conviction and the suspension o...

Madison Bergmann, a former 5th-grade teacher, has pleaded guilty to multiple sexual misconduct charges that involve children. Bergmann was accused of sending more than 30,000 text messages to an 11-year-old student. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber takes a closer look at some of the biggest moments from her plea hearing, including words from the judge that caused Bergmann to start sobbing. PLEASE SUPPO...

A 24-year-old man in Ohio pretended to be a 16-year-old high school student, enrolling in school and claiming to be a victim of human trafficking. His web of lies unraveled, leading to federal charges for gun possession and using false documents. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber has a detailed account of how we got here, and gets insight from forensic psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Bober on why someone would...

Fitness influencer Briana Ortega claims a Riverside County Sheriff's deputy stalked her for months, abusing his position and using department resources to access her personal information. Now she’s filed a lawsuit against the county, former deputy Eric Piscatella, and some of his co-workers who allegedly knew what he was up to. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down the most shocking allegations...

A 14-year-old girl is dead after allegedly undergoing multiple plastic surgeries performed by her stepfather in Mexico. Her father discovered the scars at the funeral and is now demanding an investigation. This shocking story has ignited a firestorm, raising questions about medical malpractice and the legality of cosmetic procedures on minors. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber delves into the latest dev...

The investigation into the strange death of a teenage girl found in a car registered to singer D4vd continues. With no suspect or person of interest, and the musician having moved out of a raided property, we delve into what's likely going on behind-the-scenes. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber and criminal defense attorney Will Korman discuss the latest on Celeste Rivas Hernandez's death, the ongoing i...

Sean "Diddy" Combs was back in court Thursday for a pre-sentencing hearing, arguing his prostitution conviction should be tossed out! What exactly did his team say, how did he look, and could we see a new trial ordered right before he's officially sentenced next week? Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber and court reporter Elizabeth Millner break down the latest in the Sean Diddy Combs case, including his...

Marcus Jordan, son of basketball legend Michael Jordan, found himself in legal trouble after his luxury car got stuck on railroad tracks. Arrested for DUI, officers also found drugs in his possession. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down the bodycam footage of his arrest and the details of the plea deal he's now accepted. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code LA...

A heavily tattooed fugitive, arrested in his underwear with a smile on his face, has admitted to killing two men in Mississippi. This Sidebar episode dives into the shocking details of Matthew Kidd's case, from a seemingly minor dispute over a truck to a double homicide and a swift court resolution. Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Michael Brown joins Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber to...

Bombshell new details in the murder of Nikki Saelee McCain, California mom who went missing in 2024, have been revealed during her husband’s preliminary hearing. Tyler McCain is charged with her murder despite her body never being found. Witnesses who took the stand during the days-long hearing revealed what was allegedly happening behind closed doors at the McCain home. Law&Crime’s Jesse Webe...

A simple prank turns into an unexplained tragedy when 17-year-old golf phenom Hadden Kelly collapses and dies during homecoming week. Now Georgia investigators are trying to figure out what took down an apparently healthy teen. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber and forensic death investigator Joseph Scott Morgan discuss what might have happened. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Use the code JESSE to get 10% OFF...

Miami social media influencer Isabella Ladera is suing Colombian pop star Beéle, claiming he's responsible for leaking their sex tape. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down the lawsuit, evidence, and arguments with online privacy attorney Daniel Szalkiewicz. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Use the code JESSE to get 10% OFF on select Plaud products Plaud NotePro: https://bit.ly/4pfGqQ7 HOST: Jesse Weber...