Introduction: The Rise of the Armchair DetectiveIn the digital age, a new breed of investigator has emerged: the armchair detective. These citizen sleuths, equipped with internet access and a passion ...

Kirk Bloodsworth: The First Death Row Exoneree Freed by DNA EvidenceIn 1985, Kirk Bloodsworth, a former Marine, was convicted of the rape and murder of a nine-year-old girl in Rosedale, Maryland. ...

Introduction to a Century-Old EnigmaIn the annals of American history, numerous missing persons cases have captured public attention, but none have endured as long as the perplexing disappearance of ...

Introduction: The Role of Serendipity in Criminal InvestigationsIn the realm of criminal investigations, cold cases represent some of the most perplexing challenges for law enforcement. These ...

Introduction: The Hidden Crisis in Tribal CommunitiesIn the heart of America's isolated tribal lands, a silent crisis persists—crime rates that are both underreported and misrepresented. This issue ...

Introduction: The Complex Relationship Between Natural Disasters and CrimeNatural disasters such as hurricanes, earthquakes, and floods disrupt communities, causing not only physical destruction but ...

Introduction: The Shift from Institutionalization to Community CareThe mid-20th century marked a significant transformation in mental health care across the United States. The movement known as ...

IntroductionMethamphetamine, a potent central nervous system stimulant, has long posed significant challenges to public health and law enforcement agencies across the United States. Over the past two ...