Law&Crime On the Case with Chris Stewart

Murdered Woman's Dog Exposes Her Own Killer
A loyal dog, found wandering a gruesome crime scene, becomes the unexpected key to identifying its murdered owner and exposing her killer, despite deliberate attempts to destroy evidence.

MLB Player Executes Rich In-Laws in Lake Tahoe Mansion
Former MLB pitcher Daniel Saraphini was convicted of executing his wealthy in-laws in their Lake Tahoe mansion, a crime fueled by financial desperation and resentment, and ultimately exposed by an accomplice's phone data and his own incriminating messages.

Blood at Nancy Guthrie’s House Tells Chilling Story: Expert
Forensic expert Joseph Scott Morgan analyzes blood evidence from Nancy Guthrie's home, revealing critical details about her injury and the investigative challenges posed by mishandled crime scenes and advanced DNA techniques.

Pastor Husband Charged in Wife’s Twisted Murder
A beloved Ohio pastor and former American Idol contestant is accused of staging a home invasion to cover up his wife's murder, baffling a community that initially rallied behind him.

DNA Bombshell in Abduction of Savannah Guthrie’s Mom
Investigators in the abduction of Nancy Guthrie are leveraging advanced genetic genealogy and a 'signal sniffer' for her pacemaker, while a mysterious Adult Protective Services card found at her home raises new questions about potential elder exploitation.

FBI Tracking 40 People on Mysterious List in Nancy Guthrie Case: Report
Investigators are pursuing new leads in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance, including a 40-person list, DNA evidence from her home, and tracking a Walmart-exclusive backpack, while the family has been officially cleared as suspects.

Nancy Guthrie Abduction Theories Explode
Day 16 into Nancy Guthrie's abduction, law enforcement clears her family as suspects, while new evidence points to Walmart-sourced items and a critical DNA-laden glove, fueling a debate over whether it was a botched burglary or a targeted kidnapping.

Teen Cheerleader Found Murdered After Missing Christmas Parade
A small-town Christmas parade turns into a murder investigation when a mother discovers her 16-year-old cheerleader daughter dead in their apartment, leading police on a hunt for a suspect connected to a prior burglary and a chilling motive.

Cops Find Decapitated Girl in Garage: Bodycam
Police bodycam footage captures the immediate aftermath and initial interrogations of two suspects in Santa Fe, New Mexico, following the discovery of a young woman's decapitated body and a bloody sword in a detached garage.

Prime Crime: Celebrity Hairstylist Murdered in His Own Backyard
Celebrity hairstylist Fabio Sementilli was brutally murdered in his backyard, revealing a complex web of betrayal, a secret affair, and a calculated plot orchestrated by his wife and her lover.

Children Rescued from House of Horrors Returned to Abusers
The Turpin children, rescued from years of torture by their parents, faced a devastating second wave of abuse and neglect within the very social services system designed to protect them, leading to a multi-million dollar settlement against Riverside County and ChildNet.

Bombshell Report Rocks Nancy Guthrie Abduction Investigation
The investigation into Nancy Guthrie's abduction faces internal conflict between the Pima County Sheriff and the FBI, while new evidence like a specific backpack and suspect description emerges.

New Suspicious Note Sent in Nancy Guthrie Disappearance
The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie takes new turns with a second suspicious note demanding Bitcoin for information, the release of chilling surveillance footage, and the temporary detention of a DoorDash driver, raising questions about the investigation's direction.

Creepy New Video Just Dropped in Abduction of Savannah Guthrie’s Mom
New video footage reveals a masked individual tampering with security cameras at Nancy Guthrie's home shortly before her disappearance, while the family shifts from ransom negotiations to a public appeal for information.

7 Shocking New Twists in Abduction of Savannah Guthrie’s Mom
Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, was abducted, leading to a $6 million Bitcoin ransom demand and a complex, multi-state investigation with limited public details.

Man Murders Wife Then Buries Her In State Park
Joseph Ell's public pleas for his missing wife, Mongi Ji, masked a calculated murder, revealed by her secret recordings of his abuse and a chilling 'script' he wrote to manipulate police.

Woman Kills Snake Breeder Husband In the Worst Way Possible
A successful exotic snake breeder's death, initially blamed on his dangerous reptiles, unraveled into a meticulously planned murder orchestrated by his wife and her accomplices, driven by financial desperation and a life insurance payout.

7 Kids Who Cracked Criminal Cases
This episode details seven shocking true crime cases where children, through their bravery, observations, or direct actions, were instrumental in catching criminals and bringing justice.

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.
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