Bionca Ellis was calmer during a short hearing in an Ohio court on Monday, after smiling and even laughing during her arraignment last week. Ellis is accused of stabbing 3-year-old Julian Wood multiple times in a grocery store parking lot, killing him. Julian’s mother Margot was injured trying to protect her son. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber discusses the decisions made during Monday’s hearing and what happens next with former prosecutor Sarena Townsend. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you experience...
Jun 17, 2024•16 min•Ep 662•Transcript available on Metacast Odalys Maria Bancroft and her four-year-old stopped at a bank ATM one week ago when another car suddenly pulled up next to them and a man opened fire into their minivan. According to Miami police, the alleged shooter, Michael Andres Pineda Lozano, 41, was Bancroft’s ex-boyfriend. The Florida man turned the gun on himself and his body was found next to the van. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber discusses this tragic case with criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Anthony Osso. PLEASE SUPPORT ...
Jun 16, 2024•16 min•Ep 661•Transcript available on Metacast Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has gone from famous to infamous in most circles following an avalanche of civil lawsuits that claim rape, coercion, and trafficking, as well as a leaked video of the rapper hitting his then-girlfriend Cassie repeatedly in a hotel hallway. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber gets reaction from predator catcher and founder of TruBlu, Chris Hansen. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you experienced adverse side effects after taking Ozempic or another weight loss medication, check your eligibil...
Jun 15, 2024•18 min•Ep 660•Transcript available on Metacast Kenneth Copeland, also known as “Lil Woody,” took the stand this week after initially refusing to testify. The prosecution hoped the star witness could connect rapper Young Thug, whose real name is Jeffrey Williams, to various crimes as he’d done during police interviews. But even when he did agree to testify, Copeland was less than cooperative. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber has some of the best moments from Copeland’s testimony. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you experienced adverse side effects aft...
Jun 14, 2024•21 min•Ep 659•Transcript available on Metacast Judge Ural Glanville, the judge overseeing the RICO trial against rapper Young Thug in Atlanta, is getting a lot of blowback from the legal community after he ordered defense attorney Brian Steel be held in criminal contempt. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber asked Ben Chew, famed attorney who represented Johnny Depp during his defamation trial, for his opinion on the latest uproar in the trial PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you experienced adverse side effects after taking Ozempic or another weight loss...
Jun 13, 2024•30 min•Ep 658•Transcript available on Metacast Three-year-old Julian Wood and his mother Margot were in the parking lot of an Ohio grocery store when Bionca Ellis, 32, allegedly attacked them with a knife. Julian was severely wounded and died at the hospital. His mom is expected to survive. During her arraignment, Ellis refused to cooperate via video stream, so the judge brought her into the courtroom to hear the 10 charges against her. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber analyzes Ellis’s bizarre courtroom behavior with Ohio trial attorney Diane Men...
Jun 12, 2024•32 min•Ep 657•Transcript available on Metacast Judge Ural Glanville held Jeffrey Williams’, also known as Young Thug’s, lead attorney Brian Steel in contempt of court on Monday, after Steel refused to tell him where he heard information that was discussed in a secret meeting between prosecutors, the judge, and a witness. Steel cited case law in support of not revealing the information, but Judge Glanville sentenced him to spend the next 10 weekends in jail. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber takes us through the most shocking moments. PLEASE ...
Jun 11, 2024•25 min•Ep 656•Transcript available on Metacast A woman in Mississippi claims that Ivana Williams, who was working for Mississippi Highway Patrol at the time, assaulted her when she was too inebriated to consent. Williams also allegedly filmed the sexual encounter. According to the lawsuit, Williams told the woman her face could not be seen in the video and refused to delete it. Williams has countered the lawsuit by saying she filmed the encounter with the woman’s permission and that the other woman was the aggressor. Law&Crime’s Jesse We...
Jun 10, 2024•26 min•Ep 655•Transcript available on Metacast Internet personality Nick Rekieta and his wife Kayla are facing charges of possession of 25 grams or more of cocaine or methamphetamine, as well as child endangerment, after a teacher reported their children were hungry and wearing the same clothes for days at a time. The lawyer rose to fame online for his commentary on recent high-profile trials. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber explains the search warrant, which details what police found in the Rekieta home. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you’ve...
Jun 09, 2024•15 min•Ep 654•Transcript available on Metacast Despite a jury convicting Traveon Hughes, Sr. of murdering his 13-week-old son, the baby’s mother spoke during his sentencing hearing in support of him. She and some other family members believe first responders and EMTs were the ones who caused the baby wipe to travel so far down the infant’s throat. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber analyzes the horrific case with retired Florida judge Elizabeth Scherer. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Get 50% off of confidential background reports at https://www.tru...
Jun 08, 2024•21 min•Ep 653•Transcript available on Metacast In the weeks before her arrest, Claudia Hernandez posted a video on YouTube, remembering her 3-year-old daughter Arely. The child died during an alleged exorcism performed by Hernandez, her brother, and her father, inside a makeshift church in San Jose, California. Prosecutors laid out what an investigation revealed in order to push the case forward to trial. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber has the horrific details of what Arely went through in the last 24 hours of her life. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW:...
Jun 07, 2024•16 min•Ep 652•Transcript available on Metacast Mica Miller, 30, took her own life in April. Since there, her husband John Paul Miller, a pastor at a South Carolina church, has been scrutinized. New documents filed in family court by Miller’s ex-wife, Alison Williams, give new insight into Miller’s previous relationships, as well as the apparently volatile last few years of Miller’s life. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down what the new filings reveal, as Williams seeks full custody of her children. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you’ve used...
Jun 06, 2024•22 min•Ep 651•Transcript available on Metacast A former assistant of Kanye West, Lauren Pisciotta, is suing the rapper in Los Angeles court. She claims West, also known as Ye, bombarded her with sexually graphic videos, photos, and text messages. He also allegedly insisted she delete her popular OnlyFans account, promising to pay her $1 million if she did. Pisciotta claims she never saw that money. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber analyzes the filing with civil attorney Perry Fallick. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Go to www.morganufc.com/law &nb...
Jun 05, 2024•28 min•Ep 650•Transcript available on Metacast Attorneys who represent record labels and music executives named as co defendants in a lawsuit against rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs are asking the court to sanction Tyrone Blackburn. Blackburn represents several people filing civil claims against Combs, including music producer Rodney Jones, also known as Lil Rod Jones. But the defendants’ attorneys claim Blackburn knowingly violated court rules by including allegations he knew were unfounded. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down the latest fili...
Jun 04, 2024•21 min•Ep 649•Transcript available on Metacast So-called “sovereign citizens” may believe they are above the law, but law enforcement officers across the country are dealing blows to their beliefs. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber has a look at five times cops taught “sovereigns” a lesson in law and order. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you’re ever injured in an accident, you can check out Morgan & Morgan. You can submit a claim in 8 clicks or less without having to leave your couch. To start your claim, visit: https://www.forthepeople.com...
Jun 03, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Ep 648•Transcript available on Metacast Jared Ravizza, 26, has been ordered to undergo a mental evaluation after police in two states allegedly connected him with a movie theater stabbing, a McDonald’s attack, and a murder. Model Alyona Shikhova says Ravizza worked his way onto a photoshoot she was doing last year for her clothing line. Law&Crime’s Elizabeth Millner spoke with Shikhova to learn more about Ravizza’s bizarre behavior and how she found out about his arrest. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW If you’ve used Incognito mode in Goo...
Jun 02, 2024•18 min•Ep 647•Transcript available on Metacast It’s been one month since Mica Miller, 30, reportedly took her own life in a state park. Miller’s husband John-Paul was the pastor of a church in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Since her sudden death, Miller’s family have questioned the circumstances she was found in, as well as Miller’s behavior leading up to it. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber takes a closer look at the most shocking details revealed in the last few weeks. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you’ve used Incognito mode in Google’s Chrome br...
Jun 01, 2024•26 min•Ep 646•Transcript available on Metacast Authorities in two Missouri counties have charged Ashley Parmeley, 36, with murder after she reportedly confessed to killing both her children. Parmeley’s 2-year-old son Isaac was found dead in a fountain, while officers found 9-year-old Scarlet dead from a gunshot. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber speaks with Jefferson County Sheriff Dave Marshak about the brutal killings. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW : If you’re ever injured in an accident, you can check out Morgan & Morgan. You can submit a claim i...
May 31, 2024•19 min•Ep 646•Transcript available on Metacast On Memorial Day, Allyssia Razo, 20, and Zadok Westfield, 23, were allegedly having sex on a Florida pier that was gated off but in full view of beachgoers. When an officer approached them, Razo allegedly jumped into the water and swam to shore, where she was apprehended by beach patrol officers. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber goes over details of the case with criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Kathleen Bogenschutz. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you’ve used Incognito mode in Google...
May 30, 2024•15 min•Ep 644•Transcript available on Metacast More and more alleged child abusers are being taken down in police operations. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber sits down with renowned predator catcher and founder of TruBlu, Chris Hansen, to talk about some of the biggest busts over the last few years - and where the suspects are now. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Get 50% off of confidential background reports at https://www.truthfinder.com/lcsidebar HOST: Jesse Weber: https://twitter.com/jessecordweber LAW&CRIME SIDEBAR PRODUCTION: YouT...
May 29, 2024•33 min•Ep 643•Transcript available on Metacast Two women have filed new civil actions against disgraced rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs, accusing the music mogul of sexual assault and emotional abuse. Crystal McKinney and April Lampros were working as models in the late 1990s when they separately encountered Combs and started relationships with him that they say soon turned violent. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down the details in the two latest lawsuits, as the legal filings against Combs continue to pile up. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Go to ...
May 28, 2024•27 min•Ep 642•Transcript available on Metacast An Iowa jury found Samantha Bevans, 35, guilty of first-degree murder of helping her boyfriend, Tacoa Talley, kill Jodie Bevans. The victim was found dead inside her home after a welfare check. Prosecutors showed the court a Snapchat video, saved by Bevans, in which she brags about the murder. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber analyzes the case, as well as Bevans own testimony in her defense, with defense attorney and former prosecutor Safa Robinson-Ferrer. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you’ve used Inco...
May 27, 2024•13 min•Ep 641•Transcript available on Metacast Heather Schrock, 32, was arrested in Warsaw, Illinois when police say her son wandered around their neighborhood before being spotted by a concerned Good Samaritan. Law enforcement says they located Schrock at her job and took her into custody. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down what the police accuse her of, and why there haven’t been any charges filed yet, with former prosecutor turned defense attorney Sarena Townsend. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you’ve used Incognito mode in Google’s Chr...
May 25, 2024•10 min•Ep 640•Transcript available on Metacast Police officers and sheriff’s deputies are often the first ones on scene when a fire is reported. That can lead to daring rescues and very close calls. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber has 13 examples of selfless law enforcement officers running toward dangerous flames instead of away from them. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: True Crime Goods is the ultimate shopping experience for the true crime addict. Get 10% off your next order using code LAWANDCRIME10: https://bit.ly/4ajpjV4 HOST: Jesse Weber: h...
May 24, 2024•40 min•Ep 639•Transcript available on Metacast In the pursuit of justice for their client, lawyers on both sides of the courtroom can sometimes get pretty heated. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down the top 7 outbursts from attorneys. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you’re ever injured in an accident, you can check out Morgan & Morgan. You can submit a claim in 8 clicks or less without having to leave your couch. To start your claim, visit: https://www.forthepeople.com/LCSidebar HOST: Jesse Weber: https://twitter.com/jessecordweber...
May 23, 2024•29 min•Ep 638•Transcript available on Metacast Alley Bardfield, 32, faces charges of criminal sexual assault of a child after a boy spent the night at her home. The 6th grader told his mother about the alleged assault and she immediately called the police. The boy took part in a sting operation over the phone to get his substitute teacher to admit to her alleged crimes. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down the horrific criminal complaint with attorney John Clune, an advocate for sexual abuse survivors. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Get 50% off...
May 22, 2024•17 min•Ep 637•Transcript available on Metacast Sean “P. Diddy” Combs appears to be laying low after what some have called a “weak” apology on social media to his ex-girlfriend Casandra Ventura. Combs was caught on surveillance cameras inside a hotel in 2016 when he apparently attacked Ventura for trying to leave. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber turns to attorney Elizabeth Scherer, a former Florida judge who oversaw the trial of the Parkland school shooter, to get insight into how she would handle a case like this. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you...
May 22, 2024•21 min•Ep 636•Transcript available on Metacast Ashley Marie Monroe, 35, is locked up with a $1 million bond after Michigan law enforcement says she crashed into a group of 16 family members walking to a relative’s house along the side of a road. Monroe, who has four children and is pregnant with her fifth, was caught within minutes of allegedly fleeing the scene. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber analyzes the 11 felony charges Monroe now faces with anti-drunk driving advocate and attorney Tray Gober. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you’re ever injured...
May 21, 2024•19 min•Ep 635•Transcript available on Metacast While Los Angeles prosecutors cannot file charges against Sean “P. Diddy” Combs for an attack against Casandra Ventura caught on hotel surveillance cameras, the music mogul is still trying to do damage control. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber sits down with Johnny Depp’s attorney Ben Chew to discuss the attack, the apology, and where things go from here. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you’ve used Incognito mode in Google’s Chrome browser, find out if you have a claim in a few clicks by visiting https:/...
May 20, 2024•18 min•Ep 634•Transcript available on Metacast Police in Pennsylvania are analyzing the photos and videos taken by a couple which allegedly show them abusing 12-year-old Malinda Hoagland. Investigators say while Malinda attended school online, she was often shackled in the basement of her home. Her father, Rendell Hoagland, and his fiancé, Cindy Warren, face multiple child abuse charges in connection with Malinda's death. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down this new case of alleged child abuse with former Pennsylvania prosecutor Matt Man...
May 18, 2024•17 min•Ep 632•Transcript available on Metacast 
