Law&Crime On the Case with Chris Stewart

Florida Mom Lies About Drowning Her Son: Police
A Florida mother's initial story of her 2-year-old son's drowning unravels under police scrutiny, revealing a history of abuse and a shocking confession of murder.

BREAKING: Stepbrother of Teen Killed on Cruise Ship Appears in Court
The stepbrother of Anna Keaptainner, an 18-year-old found dead on a Carnival cruise ship, appeared in federal court, revealing critical details about the family's actions and the ongoing homicide investigation.

Son Beat Mom to Death with Hammer, Kills Dog
A welfare check on Nancy Sales escalated into a gruesome murder investigation after her son, Cody Sales, was found inside the home with his deceased mother, who had been beaten to death with a hammer.

7 Creepy Ransom Note Details in Abduction of Savannah Guthrie’s Mom
The abduction of Nancy Guthrie, mother of TV host Savannah Guthrie, is detailed through the lens of a perplexing ransom note, a critical timeline, and the challenges faced by investigators in distinguishing a professional kidnapper from a disorganized opportunist.

12 Disturbing Clues in Savannah Guthrie Missing Mom Case
The mother of Today Show anchor Savannah Guthrie vanished from her Tucson home, leaving behind blood evidence, a missing doorbell camera, and a complex investigation complicated by unconfirmed media reports and alleged ransom demands.

Killer’s Notebook Reveals Plan to Eliminate His Parents
A son's cold, calculated plan to murder his beloved parents, detailed in a chilling notebook, unravels a family tragedy and exposes a desperate attempt to manipulate the justice system.

Innocent Florida Dad Executed in Cold Blood
An innocent father's murder at an unregulated marijuana pop-up event in Florida leads to a complex criminal investigation and an $11 million civil lawsuit highlighting premises liability and negligent security.

Antique Dealer Murdered and Hidden in Storage Unit
A persistent friend and crucial surveillance footage expose a man's lies, leading to the discovery of a murdered antique dealer in a storage unit and a killer's chilling confession.

Woman Stabbed 55 Times After Moving In With Boyfriend
After moving into their new dream home, Rashelle Brussaw was found stabbed 55 times, leading investigators to uncover a history of abuse and paranoia surrounding her long-term boyfriend, Toby Madden.

Prime Crime: Mom of 5 Vanishes After Quiet Night With Boyfriend
The decade-long mystery of Crystal Rogers' disappearance in Bardstown, Kentucky, culminates in the conviction of her boyfriend and two accomplices, despite the absence of her body, through a complex investigation involving familial deceit and federal intervention.

Man Murders Wife Then Posts Her Dead Body on Facebook
Derek Medina murdered his wife, Jennifer Alfonso, then posted a picture of her dead body on Facebook with a self-defense claim, leading to his conviction for first-degree murder.

Air Force Major’s Wife Vanishes After Husband Uncovers Dark Secret
An Air Force Major's wife, a successful entrepreneur, disappears after a heated argument over a secret business, leading to a complex 'no body' murder investigation, a shocking confession, and a manslaughter conviction.

‘Monster’ Ex-Husband Struts Through Ohio Jail in New Booking Video for Murders
A respected vascular surgeon is accused of the cold-blooded murder of his ex-wife and her new husband, with new evidence revealing a history of abuse and calculated stalking leading up to the crime.

RAW: Bloody Brendan Banfield Prays for Wife After Cops Say He Killed Her
Raw bodycam footage captures the immediate, chaotic aftermath of a domestic homicide, showing the accused husband's distraught reactions and police processing.

‘Obsessed’ Ex-Husband Stalked Ohio Couple for Weeks Before Murders: Docs
Newly unsealed court documents reveal chilling details of a vascular surgeon's alleged stalking and violent history with his ex-wife, leading up to the murders of her and her new husband.

'Good Kid' Becomes Sick Killer
A seemingly model student who murdered his parents and lived with their bodies for two weeks was apprehended after a multi-state escape attempt, revealing his motive to be a plot to assassinate the US President and commit terrorist attacks.

Girlfriend Viciously Murdered After Screaming Ex Husband’s Name
Fidel Lopez confessed to the brutal murder of his girlfriend, Maria Nameoth, after she uttered her ex-husband's name during sex, leading to a violent rampage and a harrowing interrogation where he initially denied the most horrific details.

TikTok Famous Killer Wade Wilson's 24 Hour Murderous Rampage
Wade Wilson, a TikTok-famous killer, undergoes a tense interrogation where he denies involvement in two murders, despite mounting evidence and confessions to his biological father.

‘Cold’ Ex-Husband Shows No Emotion in Ohio Double Murder Arraignment
Dr. Michael McKe, a vascular surgeon, was arraigned for the alleged double murder of his ex-wife and her husband, with police linking him to the crime through surveillance, vehicle tracking, and preliminary ballistics.

‘Handsome Devil’ Exposes Disturbing Secrets of TikTok Famous Killer Wade Wilson
This episode details the brutal double murders committed by Wade Wilson, the subsequent trial that led to his death sentence, and the disturbing online phenomenon of 'Wade wives' who became enamored with him despite his heinous crimes.

Missing Girl’s ‘Party Mom’ Under Investigation for Murder
A mother initially arrested for severe child abuse of one daughter is now under investigation for the capital murder of another daughter, Ava Gonzales, who has been missing for a decade, with police alleging a 14-year-old son witnessed the fatal assault.

Au Pair Drops Jaw-Dropping Details in Lover’s Murder Trial
An au pair's dramatic testimony details an elaborate murder plot involving a fetish website, her lover, and the killing of his wife and another man, as the defense aggressively challenges her credibility.

Shocking Twist in ‘Bloody’ News Anchor’s Murder Case
A former cheerful morning news anchor, Angeline Mock, is accused of brutally murdering her mother, with a recent mental health evaluation finding her unfit to stand trial due to schizoaffective disorder.

Suspected Serial Killer Hunted Women in the Northwest: DA
Families of vulnerable women found murdered in the Portland area launched their own investigation, uncovering connections that aided law enforcement in identifying suspected serial killer Jesse Lee Calhoun.
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