Convicted B.C. Mother Found Dead in Prison while Serving Sentence for Daughter’s Murder

ABBOTSFORD, British Columbia – A mother from British Columbia who was convicted of killing her eight-year-old daughter has passed away in prison. The Correctional Service of Canada announced that Lisa Batstone died in custody at Fraser Valley Institution in Abbotsford, B.C. on Monday. Batstone had been serving a life sentence for the second-degree murder of her daughter, Teagan Batstone, since September 2019. The B.C. Court of Appeal had previously rejected Batstone’s appeal for a reduced …

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Former College Basketball Star Arrested for Tragic Homicide of Mother in Jacksonville

Jacksonville, Florida – A shocking discovery early Monday morning has led to the arrest of Eric Cobb, a former college basketball player, who now faces a second-degree murder charge in the death of his mother, Erika Winford, 51. Police responded to a call at a home in the westside of Jacksonville where they found Winford, unresponsive and fatally wounded, her body concealed in blankets and towels in the backyard. Emergency responders pronounced her dead at …

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Golf Legend Tiger Woods Announces the Passing of His Mother, Kultida Woods, His ‘Greatest Supporter’ and a Pivotal Figure in His Career

JUPITER, Florida — Kultida Woods, the mother of golf legend Tiger Woods and a crucial figure behind his prolific career, died on February 4, 2025, in Florida, at age 80. Her son announced her passing, describing her as his “greatest supporter” and “a force of nature,” acknowledging that his myriad achievements were made possible through her unwavering guidance and support. Born in Thailand in 1946, Kultida met Tiger’s father, Earl Woods, during his tenure in …

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Illinois Man Convicted of Murdering Mother with Bungee Cord Over Lifestyle Disputes

Troy, IL – An Illinois man is facing a possible life sentence after being convicted of the first-degree murder of his mother, whom he strangled with a bungee cord after an argument over her lifestyle and financial choices escalated to violence. Following approximately three hours of deliberation, the Madison County jury handed down the verdict against 46-year-old Neil Howard on Monday. The crime, committed in September 2023, has since cast a shadow over the community …

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Brooklyn Mother Charged After Tragic Bathtub Incident Claims Life of Six-Year-Old Daughter

Brooklyn, NY — A distressing incident unfolded in Brooklyn’s Highland Park neighborhood where a 6-year-old girl was found lifeless in her family’s bathtub, leading to criminal charges against her mother. Authorities responded to the alarming event on Sunday, bringing to light a case that has shaken the community. Karla Espinal, 26, has been arrested under grave charges including second-degree assault, reckless endangerment, and endangering the welfare of a child. During her arrest, Espinal allegedly informed …

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Double Tragedy as Crocodile Kills Mother and Son in Indonesian River

Kupang, Indonesia – A devastating crocodile attack in Indonesia’s East Nusa Tenggara province resulted in the deaths of a mother and her son, highlighting the growing conflict between wildlife and local communities. The attacks, which occurred when the victims were close to water bodies, underline a troubling increase in such incidents across the region. Alvina Doki, 64, was washing clothes along the banks of the Ledewero River alongside her husband Gabriel Sinyo, 60, when a …

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Michigan Mother Awaits Extradition for Alleged Murder and Flight with Child After Gruesome Discovery in Detroit Backyard

DETROIT — A Michigan woman, Brandee Katrice Pierce, 41, stands accused of murdering her 9-year-old son, Zamar King III, and fleeing to Georgia with her younger child, sparking profound community shock and highlighting stark concerns over child welfare. After authorities discovered Zamar’s body buried in a makeshift grave at a Detroit property, what unfolded was a disturbing narrative of child abuse and flight from law enforcement that culminated in Pierce’s arrest on multiple charges, including …

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Florida Mother Arrested for Allegedly Threatening to Burn Down Daycare Amidst Custody Battle

BOYNTON BEACH, Fla. – In a disturbing escalation of a custody dispute, a Florida woman has been charged after reportedly threatening violence against a daycare center in Boynton Beach. Hany Matozes More, 38, faced serious allegations earlier this month related to her plans to set fire to a KinderCare facility amidst an ongoing battle over her young daughter. More was first arrested in August 2024 by the Broward Sheriff’s Office on charges including child abuse …

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Indiana Mother Charged with Fraud and Neglect After Allegedly Exaggerating Daughter’s Medical Condition

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – A local mother previously applauded for her advocacy on behalf of her daughter’s health issues has been charged with serious crimes, including fraud and neglect, following allegations that she misrepresented her daughter’s medical condition to solicit funds and support. Katherine Jackson, 41, has become the subject of a legal probe after claims surfaced that she exaggerated the severity of her daughter’s genetic disorder. Although the child does have a chronic medical …

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Florida Mother Faces Charges After Allegedly Attacking Daughter with Guitar Over Delay Chatting with Classmates

MIAMI, FL — A Florida mother faces severe legal repercussions after being accused of assaulting her daughter with a metal guitar during a heated argument. The incident, which took place in the Little Havana neighborhood of Miami, led to charges of aggravated battery and child abuse against 52-year-old Sayda Orellana Castellanos. Police were called to the scene following a domestic dispute report at approximately 5 p.m. at the family’s residence. According to law enforcement documents, …

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