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The Daily Pulse With Tim, Columbia, KY (2025)

10/08/2025

Skeletal Remains of Missing Man Found After 10 Years in Florida Pond

BOCA RATON, Fla. — Authorities have confirmed that skeletal remains discovered in a Boca Raton pond belong to Steven MacKrell, who had been missing since July 2015.

On Thursday, October 2, 2025, Sunshine State Sonar — a private organization that assists in cold case searches — located MacKrell’s submerged vehicle and remains in a pond near Interstate 95. The vehicle, a white Ford Fusion, was pulled from the water along with human remains.

Investigators used dental records to positively identify the remains as those of MacKrell, who was 25 years old when he disappeared. He was last seen on July 30, 2015, leaving a gas station on West Sample Road in Pompano Beach after meeting friends.

The discovery comes a decade after his disappearance. Authorities are now working to determine how both MacKrell and his vehicle ended up in the pond. The manner and cause of death remain under investigation.

MacKrell’s family plans to bring his remains home and hold a memorial service in his honor.

10/07/2025

STATEN ISLAND MURDER – TEEN STEPSON CHARGED 🚨

WEST BRIGHTON, Staten Island – A 19-year-old man is facing murder charges after his stepfather was found brutally killed inside a Staten Island home on Monday afternoon.

Police say Damien Hurstel, 19, is charged with murder and criminal possession of a weapon following the death of his 45-year-old stepfather.

Officers responded just before 4:30 p.m. to a home on Cary Avenue after a call reporting a stabbing. When they arrived, they found the victim in the bathtub with multiple wounds to the head and neck. According to police sources, the man had been decapitated, and a knife was still in his body when officers discovered him.

Investigators say Hurstel’s sister came home around 4 p.m., saw blood throughout the house, and then found the victim in the bathroom before alerting police.

Neighbors expressed shock over the gruesome crime. One longtime resident said:

“This whole world is upside down. This is terrible — you wouldn’t even do this to an animal, let alone a person you know.”

Police say Hurstel does not have any prior arrests but may have a history of mental illness. The investigation into what led to the deadly attack is ongoing.

10/07/2025

Mother Sentenced to Over a Decade in Prison for Abuse of 3-Month-Old Daughter

BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. — A 32-year-old woman has been sentenced to more than 10 years in prison for the abuse of her 12-week-old daughter, who tragically died from her injuries.

Deandra Haleigh-Alexis Fuhr-Farlow was sentenced on October 2 to 125 to 162 months, or roughly 10 to 13 years, after being convicted of intentional child abuse causing serious injury. She had originally faced a first-degree murder charge but accepted a plea deal in exchange for cooperating and testifying against co-defendant Nicholas Shane Stephenson.

Prosecutors said Fuhr-Farlow’s testimony was “critical” to Stephenson’s conviction. Last month, a jury found Stephenson guilty of second-degree murder and felony child abuse. He was sentenced to 200 to 252 months (about 16 to 21 years) for the murder charge, with an additional 125 to 162 months for the child abuse conviction.

Authorities said the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office responded to the home in June 2022 after the baby was found unresponsive in her bassinet. An autopsy revealed the infant suffered from severe pneumonia, was critically underweight, and had multiple healing fractures on her ribs, collarbone, arms, legs, and spine. Investigators also noted bruises, abrasions, and burns on the baby’s face and body.

10/07/2025

Former Sheriff Accused of Spending $17K in Taxpayer Funds on Ci******es, Games & Fast Food

A former South Carolina sheriff is facing serious accusations after reportedly misusing thousands of dollars in public funds for personal expenses.

According to documents released by the State Ethics Commission, former Spartanburg County Sheriff Chuck Wright allegedly spent more than $17,000 in taxpayer money on unauthorized purchases. He’s now facing 60 state ethics charges in addition to federal charges.

A 19-page report outlines a pattern of questionable spending. Investigators say Wright used his county-issued credit card at over 100 restaurants and stores for personal use.

Among the purchases:
• 92 packs of ci******es from Dollar General
• Over $1,300 in the Apple App Store on mobile games such as Huntwise, Ramp Car Jumping, and Royal Match
• Numerous transactions at restaurants and fast-food chains, including Chick-fil-A

The allegations have raised major concerns about misuse of public funds and accountability within the sheriff’s office. The State Ethics Commission’s investigation is ongoing, and Wright could face serious consequences if found guilty.

10/07/2025

Colorado Dentist Sentenced to Life for Poisoning Wife’s Protein Shakes

A Colorado man will spend the rest of his life in prison after being found guilty of fatally poisoning his wife with cyanide.

James Craig, a dentist from Aurora, was sentenced to life without the possibility of parole after a jury convicted him on multiple charges, including first-degree murder, tampering with evidence, solicitation to commit murder, and solicitation to commit perjury. The sentencing was announced by the 18th Judicial District Attorney’s Office on July 30.

The case dates back to March 2023, when Craig’s wife, 43-year-old Angela Craig, was rushed to University Hospital after suffering from severe headaches, dizziness, and eventually a seizure. She was placed on life support but died days later. Medical examiners determined she had been poisoned with cyanide and tetrahydrozoline — a chemical commonly found in eye drops.

Authorities revealed that Angela had been in and out of the hospital several times before her death with similar symptoms. Investigators later discovered that Craig had secretly ordered potassium cyanide for his dental office without a legitimate medical reason. When nurses learned about the suspicious order, they alerted police.

Court documents showed that Craig purchased both cyanide and arsenic in the days leading up to his wife’s death and laced her protein shakes with the deadly substances. Police also found internet searches on his office computer, including “how to make poison,” “how to make a murder look like a heart attack,” and “how many grams of arsenic will kill a human.”

Security footage from the hospital captured Craig holding a syringe before entering his wife’s room. Investigators say he injected a fatal dose into her IV line.

The couple had reportedly been experiencing marital and financial problems. Craig told co-workers that his marriage was failing, and during his wife’s hospitalization, he allegedly communicated with another woman and even flew her to Denver.

Before the sentencing, the couple’s eldest daughter addressed the court, saying, “I was supposed to be able to trust my dad; he was supposed to be my hero, and instead, he’ll forever be the villain in my book.”

10/07/2025

Massachusetts Man Sentenced for Brutal Hammer Killing of His Wife

A Massachusetts man with a violent past will spend the rest of his life behind bars after admitting to killing his wife with a hammer.

Kenneth Robson, 68, was sentenced to 25 years to life in state prison after pleading guilty to second-degree murder in the death of 45-year-old Quitiza Holmes. The sentencing was announced by Hampden District Attorney Anthony Gulluni on Sept. 30.

The deadly attack took place on the morning of April 30, 2024, at the couple’s Springfield home. According to police, Robson called 911 and confessed that he had struck his wife with a hammer and believed she was dead. When officers arrived, he surrendered without incident.

Inside the home, investigators found Holmes lying in a pool of blood, suffering from severe head trauma and injuries consistent with trying to defend herself. A blood-covered hammer with a wooden handle was recovered at the scene. Holmes was rushed to the hospital but died from her injuries more than two weeks later, on May 16.

During the investigation, Robson allegedly made spontaneous comments to police, claiming he had taken drugs that “were not what he expected.”

Robson’s conviction is not his first for murder. He was previously found guilty in 1984 of killing his then-wife, Joan Cusson. Members of Cusson’s family attended every court hearing related to Holmes’ case. Prosecutors say the family expressed anger and heartbreak that Robson was ever released from prison, pointing to their long-standing pain and frustration that another tragedy was allowed to happen.

District Attorney Gulluni called the killing a “brutal and senseless attack,” saying Holmes should still be alive and with her loved ones today.

Read More Here: https://hampdenda.com/kenneth-robson-sentenced-to-25-years-to-life-for-murder-of-wife/

10/06/2025

Babysitter Charged with Murder After Toddler Mauled to Death by Dogs in Georgia

VALDOSTA, Ga. — A 2-year-old boy was killed in a tragic dog attack while under the care of his babysitter, who is now facing serious criminal charges.

Authorities identified the child as Kaimir Jones. According to Valdosta Police, the incident occurred at the home of 48-year-old Stacy Wheeler Cobb, who was watching the child for the day. Investigators say Cobb was operating an unlicensed daycare at her residence.

Police determined that the boy had been left unattended for more than two hours while Cobb took a nap. During that time, Kaimir reportedly wandered into the backyard, where he managed to open a kennel containing two large Rottweilers. The dogs then attacked him.

Emergency responders arrived on the scene, but the child died from his injuries before he could be transported. His mother, Adrianna Jones, arrived to find police already at the home.

“This is a horrible and tragic event that should have never occurred,” said Valdosta Police Chief Leslie Manahan. “Because of negligence on this offender’s behalf, a mother has tragically lost a child.”

Cobb has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder and second-degree cruelty to children, both felonies. She was booked into the Lowndes County Jail, and additional charges are expected as the investigation continues.

Animal control officers seized the two Rottweilers involved in the attack, along with a third dog that was also on the property.

The child’s mother described the incident as “heartbreaking, devastating, and traumatizing” in a post on her GoFundMe page.

The case remains under investigation by Valdosta Police and Lowndes County authorities.

10/06/2025

Woman Tried to Lure Kids to Home of Registered S*x Offender

Trumann, Arkansas - A woman has been taken into custody after authorities say she attempted to lure two children toward the home of a registered s*x offender.

The incident reportedly took place on September 30, when Trumann police received a complaint from a concerned parent about a suspicious encounter involving her children.

According to police, the children had been playing outside when a woman approached and tried to persuade them to go to a nearby residence just a few houses away. That home, investigators say, is occupied by a registered s*x offender.

Home security footage captured the interaction, which helped officers quickly identify the suspect. She was later arrested by the Trumann Police Department on stalking charges.

The suspect has been identified as 49-year-old Tracy Lynn Washburn. She was booked into the Poinsett County Detention Center and appeared in court for a probable cause hearing on October 1. In addition to the stalking charge, Washburn was wanted on multiple outstanding warrants.

A judge has issued a no-contact order between Washburn and the victims. Police also noted that she was seen driving a maroon Kia Sedona at the time of the incident.

Officials are reminding parents and guardians to stay alert and to report any suspicious activity to law enforcement immediately.

10/06/2025

Texas Mother Charged After 2 Children Killed, 2 Others Injured in Horrific Shooting

According to the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office, 31-year-old Oninda Romelus called 911 around 4:48 a.m., asking deputies to meet her at a gas station on Highway 288-B near FM 521 in the Angleton area. When officers arrived, they discovered a horrifying scene—four children suffering from gunshot wounds inside a vehicle. Deputies immediately began life-saving efforts until medical teams arrived, but a 13-year-old boy and a 3-year-old girl did not survive. An 8-year-old boy and a 9-year-old girl were flown by Life Flight to a Houston-area hospital, where they remain in stable condition.

Sheriff Bo Stallman described the situation as “an unthinkable, unimaginable tragedy,” adding that deputies do not believe the shooting took place at the gas station itself. Investigators say Romelus allegedly shot her children inside the vehicle before driving to the location where she called for help.

Romelus, who lives in Montgomery County, has been charged with two counts of murder and two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. She’s currently being held on a $14 million bond. Deputies later searched her home in Porter with the assistance of the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, though investigators have not disclosed what was found, citing the ongoing investigation.

Neighbors in Porter say the family had only lived in the area a few months and appeared normal and happy. One woman said the children would often walk by her home, waving and stopping to pet her small dog. “They always seemed cheerful,” she said. “I just saw them Friday—smiling and saying hello. It’s heartbreaking to think something like this could happen.”

Sheriff Stallman said the entire community is grieving over the tragedy. “This has shaken us all,” he said. “I’m proud of our deputies for their quick response, and I want to thank everyone for their support and prayers for these children and the first responders.”

Authorities say the two surviving children have been interviewed and are cooperating with investigators. A motive has not yet been determined. “It’s impossible to make sense of something so senseless,” Stallman said. “We will do everything we can to seek justice for these children.”

10/06/2025

Tennessee Woman to Become First Female Executed in State in Over 200 Years After Brutal 1995 Murder

A Tennessee woman convicted of one of the most disturbing murders in the state’s history is now set to be the first female executed there in more than two centuries.

Christa Gail Pike, who was just 18 at the time of the crime, was a member of Job Corps—a program aimed at helping troubled youth—when she carried out the 1995 killing of her classmate, 19-year-old Colleen Slemmer.

According to court documents, Pike lured Slemmer into a wooded area near the University of Tennessee campus in Knoxville, where she and two accomplices launched a vicious attack. Investigators said the group tortured and beat Slemmer before Pike carved a pentagram into her chest and forehead. The victim’s body was later found by a university groundskeeper, who initially could not tell it was human because of the extent of the injuries.

Authorities identified Pike’s co-defendants as her then-boyfriend, 17-year-old Tadaryl Shipp, and 18-year-old Shadolla Peterson, who stood by as the assault unfolded. Shipp received a life sentence, while Peterson was given probation.

Testimony from another Job Corps student, Kim Iloilo, played a major role in revealing the gruesome details. Iloilo told investigators that Pike had bragged about the murder afterward, claiming she killed Slemmer simply because she “felt mean.” Pike allegedly confessed to cutting Slemmer’s throat multiple times, striking her with pieces of asphalt, and keeping a fragment of the victim’s skull as a “souvenir.”

During court testimony, Iloilo recalled Pike appearing eerily calm—smiling, singing, and even dancing as she described what she had done. Iloilo said Pike admitted to carrying the piece of skull in her pocket the next morning while eating breakfast.

After nearly three decades on death row, the Tennessee Supreme Court has now upheld Pike’s death sentence. Her ex*****on is scheduled for September 30, 2026, marking the first time since the early 1800s that a woman will be executed in the state.

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