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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...

FBI Director Kash Patel faces intense questioning on Capitol Hill regarding the Charlie Kirk assassination investigation, his controversial social media updates, and the unresolved mysteries surrounding Jeffrey Epstein's files. Watch tempers flare as senators demand answers on political violence, social media's role, and the bureau's transparency. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Think you’ve seen it all?...

A man known as the Tinder Swindler is back in the headlines after his arrest in the country of Georgia. The convicted fraudster was featured in a Netflix documentary on online romance scams. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber digs into what we know so far about Simon Leviev’s detention and what he’s been up to since his rise to international notoriety with international law attorney David Tafuri. PLEASE...

In a tense interview, Tucker Carlson questioned OpenAI CEO Sam Altman about the suspicious death of former employee Suchir Balaji. While official reports indicate that Balaji took his own life, his parents claim he was murdered due to his outspoken criticism of OpenAI’s alleged copyright infringement. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber and retired FBI agent Colin L. Schmitt delve into the competing narra...

Brand new documents released by Utah courts reveal charges the alleged killer of political activist Charlie Kirk is expected to face. The FBI announced Tyler Robinson, 22, was arrested Thursday night. The court filings also provide details on the possible threat Robinson could pose to the community if he were released. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber breaks it all down with litigator Rich Schoenstein....

A major scandal has rocked a Wisconsin elementary school as new details emerge about two fifth-grade teachers. Madison Bergmann faces charges related to sexual contact with a child, while Abigail Faust, initially accused of covering up Bergmann's actions, now faces her own charges as new details about her work as a nanny come to light. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down the shocking secrets w...

Jason Borden, father of Alabama high school football player August Borden, says his teen son’s skull injuries were so severe, he actually died for a few minutes. Mystery surrounds what happened to August outside the school earlier this month, but there have been allegations of a cover-up. Jason Borden returns to Sidebar and tells Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber the latest chilling details. PLEASE SUPP...

Weeks after filing a bombshell lawsuit against Priscilla Presley, the famed widow of rock-and-roll legend Elvis, an amended complaint adds even more salacious details about Priscilla's alleged bad behavior to the legal battle. The new allegations include details about the Presleys’ contentious divorce and Priscilla's continued use of the Presley name. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber sat down with Jord...

Is the popular gaming platform Roblox a safe haven for sexual predators? That’s the allegation in new lawsuits against the company on behalf of several minors who claim they were abused and exploited thanks to the platform’s lax protocols. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber and former prosecutor and host of Resident Legal Diva Melba Pearson sat down to discuss a recent Florida case connected to Roblox, d...

Destiny Rhoades is expected to spend decades behind bars after accepting a plea deal on a neglect charge in Indiana court. Rhoades’ underage boyfriend, Christian Gonzalez, was convicted of killing Rhoades’ four-year-old daughter Octavia Aquino earlier this year. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber spoke with the victim’s paternal grandmother, Linda Alvarez, about what life has been like in the year since...

State investigators in South Carolina have charged a small town police captain with misconduct, after they discovered an alleged cover-up. Investigators believe Gregory Block helped local mother Janece Curtiss hide the fact that her minor-aged daughter may have been sexually abused. After meeting under such serious circumstances, authorities say Block and Curtiss then began a sexual relationship....

After vanishing for nearly three months and leaving his family to believe he had drowned, Wisconsin father Ryan Borgwardt has now been sentenced for faking his own death in an elaborate scheme to start a new life overseas. He disappeared for 89 days—and now he’ll spend that same amount of time behind bars. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down how investigators uncovered the ruse and what the ju...

Benjamin Bliek had a chance to confront his would-be killer in court this week, after Connor Hilton took a plea deal. Hilton admitted to shooting both Bliek and another friend, Ethan Riley, and later told police he’d been thinking about committing a homicide “for a long time." Attorney Bridgette Williams joins Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber to discuss the strong evidence against Hilton, his strange A...