Archive for July 2017
O.J. Simpson Must Think We’re Stupid
I’ve covered all things O.J. Simpson since 1995. Here’s my forecast on his future ~ Allow me to go out on a limb here to predict O.J. Simpson has not had his last tango with law enforcement. Yes, he recently got a Nevada parole board to approve his release from prison on or…
Read MoreEnd the Statute of Limitations on Sex Crimes Against Children
Former Speaker of the House, Dennis Hastert, cut a pitiful figure this week as he left a federal prison in Minnesota and his wheelchair stuck on a bump in the sidewalk. His wife, fumbling at his side trying to manage his aluminum walker and other items wasn’t immediately able to help him over the hurdle.…
Read MoreHit the High Seas on Vacation But Be Careful
Summer time. Vacation Time. But no time to let your guard down. Traditionally, crime goes up during warmer weather with property crimes and aggravated assaults on the rise. In some locations murder rates increase too. When temperatures get hotter there are more windows left open, more sweaty and irritated people seeking relief outside and more…
Read MoreThe Psychopath or Sociopath Next Door
Upon passing two people in the street the other day I heard one say, “I don’t know what’s wrong with him. He’s a psychopath or a sociopath – or both!” I’m no expert but from what I’ve learned studying crime and personality disorders I don’t think one person can have both of those qualities. So,…
Read MoreFrequent Payouts on Complaints Against Police Compound ‘Ferguson Effect’
The parents of Michael Brown, who was killed by Ferguson (Mo.) police Officer Darren Wilson in 2014, have just gotten a financial windfall. The city’s insurance company has agreed to pay them $1.5 million to settle their wrongful death lawsuit against the city, the former police chief and Wilson. In other words, Ferguson folded, probably…
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