Sheriff Shawn Stines is accused of shooting and killing Judge Kevin Mullins in the judge's chambers. This tragic incident raises questions about why their friendship ended in such a deadly manner. In this episode of the Court TV Podcast, Vinnie Politan analyzes the case, exploring potential motives and defenses for the former sheriff. For more on the case, CLICK HERE. ( https://www.courttv.com/tag/shawn-stines/ ) Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/ Join the Investigati...
Nov 30, 2024•44 min
Laken’s roommates testify about the morning of her murder. Lilly Steiner conveys how she was growing concerned about the victim and uses the ‘Find My Friends’ app to find her phone. She describes tracking victim Laken Riley's location, noting that she had been 'in the woods for a while.' Sofia Magana said that she took her dog on a walk toward the location where the ‘Find My Friends’ app showed Riley’s last location, and said she found one of Laken Riley's AirPods on a trail while looking for he...
Nov 28, 2024•33 min
In this episode of 'The Murder of Laken Riley,' Special Prosecutor Sheila Ross passionately conveyed to the judge the harrowing struggle that Laken Riley endured, stating that she "fought for her life" and fiercely defended her "dignity" in the face of Jose Ibarra's attempted rape. Meanwhile, Defense Attorney Dustin Kirby presented a contrasting viewpoint, arguing in his opening statements that the evidence linking Ibarra to the crime is circumstantial. For more on the case, CLICK HERE. ( https:...
Nov 26, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Susan Smith, a South Carolina mother, killed her two young sons, Michael and Alex, in 1994 by strapping them into their car seats and allowing the car to roll into a lake. Initially, she claimed a Black man had carjacked her vehicle with the children inside, sparking a nationwide search. Nine days later, she confessed to the crime. Smith's motives were tied to her relationship with a man who did not want children, as well as her mental health struggles, including depression and a troubled upbrin...
Nov 23, 2024•44 min
The murder of hometown hero and NBA star Lorenzen Wright remained unsolved until alleged accomplice Jimmy Martin revealed the location of the murder weapon, implicating Wright's ex-wife Sherra and her yardman Billy Ray Turner. The defense maintains Turner is innocent, pointing the finger at Martin, whose deal with prosecutors calls his credibility and motives into question. To stream more Court TV originals, click here. Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/ Join the Inve...
Nov 21, 2024•44 min
22-year-old nursing student, Laken Riley was found brutally murdered on a running path on the University of Georgia's campus on February 22, 2024. This episode with Vinnie Politan investigates her murder and the trial of her alleged murderer, Jose Ibarra. Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/ Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/ Court TV Podcast https://www.courttv.com/podcast/ FOLLOW THE CASE: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/courttv Twitter...
Nov 15, 2024•44 min
After dentist Norman Larzelere was shot by a masked man and died in the arms of his hysterical wife Virginia, police initially suspected a robbery gone wrong, until a friend of Virginia’s oldest son Jason stepped forward, and revealing a twisted plot put into motion by the grieving widow herself. To stream more Court TV originals, click here. Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/ Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/ Court TV Podcast https://ww...
Nov 14, 2024•44 min
Karen Read’s case centers on the death of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe, found outside another officer's home during a snowstorm in January 2022. Prosecutors allege that Read ran over O'Keefe with her car after a dispute, leaving him to die in the snow. Read maintains her innocence, arguing that O'Keefe was harmed by other officers and that she’s being framed. Following a mistrial in Karen Read's case due to a jury deadlock, her defense has requested the dismissal of some cha...
Nov 09, 2024•44 min
When Sherri Malarik was found dead in a Winn Dixie parking lot, police suspected her husband Greg was involved. Twenty years later the confession of his former lover led him to be charged with his wife’s murder. Will her testimony be enough to convince a jury to send him away for life? To stream more Court TV originals, click here. Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/ Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/ Court TV Podcast https://www.courttv.c...
Nov 07, 2024•44 min
Brendan Banfield and his au pair are accused of killing his wife, Christine Banfield, and Joseph Ryan. Vinnie Politan details the crime and the developing case against Brendan and the au pair. For more on the case, CLICK HERE. ( https://www.courttv.com/tag/juliana-peres-magalhaes/ ) ( https://www.courttv.com/tag/brendan-banfield/ ) Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/ Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/ Court TV Podcast https://www.courttv.c...
Nov 02, 2024•44 min
Vicki and Gerald Monroe's dream of owning and operating a Louisville bar together came to a tragic end when Vicki found her husband shot dead and the cash register emptied in an apparent robbery. But the authenticity of the anguish in her 911 call was called into question when a car identified by an eyewitness led back to the couple's son Leslie, who pointed the finger at his mother for the murder. To stream more Court TV originals, click here. Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.c...
Oct 31, 2024•44 min
Vinnie Politan takes a closer look at the chilling Delphi murder case that has haunted the community for years and the case against Richard Allen. He explores the mysterious circumstances surrounding the deaths of two young girls, Abigail ‘Abby’ Williams and Liberty ‘Libby’ German, who were killed while hiking. Vinnie interviews experts, shares insights from law enforcement, and delves into the evidence that has emerged. This episode reveals the ongoing search for justice and its emotional toll ...
Oct 26, 2024•44 min
In February 2020, Sarah Boone called 911 to report that her boyfriend Jorge Torres was dead. She initially told investigators that he had gotten into a suitcase while they were playing a game and that she passed out as Jorge suffocated to death. After authorities discovered videos of Sarah taunting Jorge as he begged to be let out of the suitcase, telling her that he couldn’t breathe, she was charged with second-degree murder. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features Sarah Boone testifying ...
Oct 24, 2024•3 hr 19 min
Melody Farris is charged with the murder of her husband, Gary a prominent Atlanta-area attorney whose remains were found in a burn pile on their vast property. Julia Jenaé, filling in for Vinnie Politan, investigates the Farris family's courtroom testimony including how family dynamics, body language, emotional ties, and individual perspectives influence their accounts. For more on the case, CLICK HERE. https://www.courttv.com/tag/melody-walker-farris/ Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https...
Oct 19, 2024•44 min
In 2022 Leilani Simon and her then boyfriend made a frantic 911 call reporting her twenty-month-old son Quinton Simon was kidnapped. A weeks-long search for little Quinton tragically ended when his body was found in a landfill. Nearly two years after little Quinton’s remains were discovered, Leilani stands trial for her son’s murder. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features opening statements from 10/14/2024. For more on The Toddler In Landfill Murder Trial, Click Here. Watch 24/7 Court TV ...
Oct 17, 2024•1 hr 37 min
In this episode of Victim to Verdict, Ted Rowlands discusses the tragic incident on the set of the film "Rust" where cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was fatally shot while Alec Baldwin was rehearsing a scene. The podcast explores Baldwin's role as an actor and producer, raising questions about safety protocols and responsibilities on set, and whether actors are responsible when told a prop gun is safe. It also covers the dramatic conclusion of Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter trial. For more o...
Oct 15, 2024•43 min
This episode delves into the tragic case of Quinton Simon, a 20-month-old boy who went missing in Savannah, Georgia, in October 2022. Vinnie Politan investigates the search for him, focusing on the involvement of his mother, Leilani Simon who initially faced scrutiny, and was later charged with his murder. Through interviews, expert analysis, and detailed accounts of the search efforts, Vinnie examines the heartbreaking circumstances surrounding Quinton's death. For more on the case, CLICK HERE....
Oct 12, 2024•44 min
In July 2018, authorities were called to the property of Gary Farris, a prominent Atlanta attorney, for a report of human remains in a fire. Investigators initially thought Gary had a medical issue and fell into an active burn pile until they discovered a bullet lodged into one of his ribs. Now his rocky marriage is under a microscope as his wife Melody stands trial for his murder. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features opening statements from 10/7/2024 in The Burn Pile Murder Trial. For ...
Oct 10, 2024•1 hr 33 min
Ahmaud Arbery was out jogging when three white men assumed he was a burglar, chased him down, and shot him multiple times. Cellphone video captured by Arbery’s assailants proved to the jury that these men were not the heroes they claimed to be. This episode examines the murder case, trial proceedings, and the fight for justice for Ahmaud. For more on the case, CLICK HERE. https://www.courttv.com/tag/arbery/ Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/ Join the Investigation New...
Oct 08, 2024•37 min
In a deep dive investigation, Vinnie Politan examines the case of Sheriff Shawn Stines, who has been charged with the murder of Judge Kevin Mullins in his chamber. The report explores Stines' background, his term as sheriff, and the events leading up to the tragic incident. The investigation also looks into bigger issues of accountability and safety within the judicial system, pointing out the need for change because of the growing violence against officials. Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Toda...
Oct 05, 2024•44 min
Jorge Torres and Sarah Boone were a couple living in central Florida with a tumultuous past. In February 2020 during a night of drinking at Sarah’s home, Jorge got into a suitcase that was then zipped shut. The next morning Sarah called 9-1-1 and when police responded, Jorge was dead, and Sarah was charged with second-degree murder after police discovered videos of Sarah taunting Jorge as he begged to be let out of the suitcase. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features Sarah’s full police i...
Oct 03, 2024•1 hr 58 min
In this episode, Vinnie Politan performs an in-depth investigation into Sarah Boone's case. He analyzes the alleged events leading to Jorge Torres' death, the specifics of the incident, and the legal approaches being used in Boone's defense as she gets ready for trial. Sarah Boone's current lawyer, James Owens, and one of her former attorneys, Frank Bankowitz join Vinnie and provide their perspectives and analyze crucial evidence and testimonies connected to the case. Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE St...
Oct 03, 2024•44 min
Kyle Rittenhouse shot and killed two people and maimed a third during a Black Lives Matter protest in Kenosha, Wisconsin. The 17-year-old, armed with an AR-15, claimed he acted in self-defense because he feared for his life. His dramatic trial and acquittal captured the attention of the world. Court TV takes a closer look at this important case in this episode of Victim to Verdict with Ted Rowlands. Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/ Join the Investigation Newsletter ...
Oct 02, 2024•45 min
In this episode of the Vinnie Politan Investigates podcast, Vinnie Politan delves into the case surrounding Jenn Soto, whose daughter, 13-year-old Madeline Soto, was tragically abused and murdered. The investigation focuses on Jenn's behaviors and decisions before and after the crime, analyzing how they may reflect the unfolding of the events. They also question if Jenn was aware of the alleged sexual abuse of Madeline by Stephen Sterns. For more on the case, CLICK HERE. ( https://www.courttv.co...
Sep 28, 2024•44 min
In 1990, Marlene Warren was shot and killed by a clown at her door carrying balloons and a basket of flowers. Even though police suspected Warren’s ex-husband and his then-girlfriend, Sheila Keen, it took 27 years for authorities to catch her killer after advancements in forensic evidence in this episode of 'Victim to Verdict with Ted Rowlands. Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/ Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/ Court TV Podcast https://...
Sep 26, 2024•45 min
Thirty-one years after Erik and Lyle Menendez stood trial for the shotgun murders of their parents, this controversial and tragic case still captivates the world of true crime. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features the first day of Lyle Menendez’s testimony from 1993. Hear his first-hand account as he tearfully details the alleged sexual abuse he suffered from his parents. For more on the Menendez Brothers, Click Here. To watch the full Menendez Brothers Murder Trial, Click Here. To list...
Sep 26, 2024•1 hr 28 min
Darrell Brooks is accused of killing six people and injuring dozens more when he drove an SUV through the Waukesha Christmas Parade in 2021. While his alleged motive, if any, remains unknown, a criminal complaint explains that the mayhem immediately followed a domestic incident in what prosecutors may call an anger-fueled rampage. A town tragedy with a defendant representing himself and a judge caught in the middle. Court TV’s Ted Rowlands goes from the crime scene to the courtroom in the Christ...
Sep 26, 2024•45 min
An afternoon movie date turns deadly when a retired police captain claims he acted in self-defense, but will a jury believe that his life was in danger? Former Tampa police officer Curtis Reeves is on trial for the 2014 shooting death of Chad Oulson at a movie theater. Investigators say the men got into an argument when Reeves confronted Oulson about using his cellphone. Surveillance video shows Oulson grab Reeves’ popcorn and throw it at him. Reeves then fires a gun, fatally wounding Oulson. Re...
Sep 26, 2024•45 min
Investigators compared the gruesome scene of Earl and Terry Robertson’s deaths to that of the Charles Manson murders. Authorities quickly zeroed in on the victims’ son Jimmy, who stood to inherit over two million dollars, but what shocked the small South Carolina community the most was the alleged involvement of mild-mannered Meredith Moon. How did she become wrapped up in one of South Carolina’s most horrific crimes? This week’s Court TV Podcast dives deeper into this case with an audio edition...
Sep 25, 2024•44 min
In this episode of Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast, Vinnie Politan does a deep dive into the new charges against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. He was arrested for federal sex trafficking and racketeering charges and pleaded not guilty. An indictment says the music mogul “engaged in a persistent and pervasive pattern of abuse toward women and other individuals." For more on the case, CLICK HERE. https://www.courttv.com/tag/sean-diddy-combs/ Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/...
Sep 25, 2024•44 min
