Crime

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Music Diddy’s Lawyer Shuts Down Misconceptions About Mogul’s Criminal Case During a recent podcast appearance, Diddy's lawyer Teny Geragos addressed some of the things people get wrong about her client's case. By Caroline Fisher March 01, 2025
Music Kanye West Claims Self-Defense In Autograph Dealer Assault Lawsuit The alleged 2022 altercation, according to the plaintiff, saw Ye strike him multiple times despite their business in the past. By Gabriel Bras Nevares March 01, 2024
Crime Cop Who Killed Daunte Wright Gets Hit With Additional Manslaughter Charge The officer who shot and killed Daunte Wright is being hit with an additional manslaughter charge. By Cole Blake September 03, 2021
Music Celeste Rivas' Father Wants "Justice" In Family Statement After d4vd's Arrest Celeste Rivas' body was found last year in a Tesla that belonged to d4vd. The singer was recently arrested and might face criminal charges. By Gabriel Bras Nevares April 19, 2026
Crime Derek Chauvin Facing $9 Million Lawsuit From Excessive Force Claim Predating George Floyd's Death Chauvin was sentenced to 22 years in prison. By Lavender Alexandria May 21, 2024
Crime Chris Brown’s Home Faces Another Intruder Days After Man’s Arrest A woman was arrested after trying to get onto Chris Brown's property uninvited. By Aron A. June 03, 2026
Pop Culture Derontae Bebee Accepts Plea Deal In YSL RICO Case, Six Defendants Remain The YSL RICO trial is scheduled to commence later this month. By Caroline Fisher November 04, 2023
Crime Detective Testifies In XXXTentacion Trial A detective who investigated XXXTentacion's murder has testified in court. By Cole Blake February 22, 2023
Music YNW Melly Returns To Court To Seek Bail For Double Murder Trial Melly is looking to go home for the first time in 4 years. By Lavender Alexandria September 15, 2023
Crime R. Kelly's Attorneys Say New Abuse Claims Are An Attempt To Smear Singer's Reputation An attorney for R. Kelly says allegations that the latest abuse allegations are an attempt to "shape the public's perception" ahead of his trial. By Aron A. July 27, 2021
Music Quando Rondo Secures $100K Bond, Will Now Be On House Arrest Quando Rondo got some good news. By Alexander Cole December 22, 2023
Pop Culture Ne-Yo Owes $3M To The IRS Due To Back Taxes Ne-Yo is NOT having the time of his life when it comes to his wallet. By Jake Lyda June 21, 2023