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Las Vegas Man Sentenced to Life for Fatal Beating of Toddler, Marks End of Heart-Wrenching Case

Las Vegas, NV — In a case that sent shockwaves throughout the community, a Las Vegas man has been convicted and sentenced for the brutal murder of his ex-girlfriend’s toddler son. Terrell Rhodes, 31, will serve a life sentence with the possibility of parole after 22 years, in addition to facing more time for an assault on a police officer during his interrogation. Rhodes’ sentencing came after he reached a plea agreement earlier this year, …

Las Vegas Community Reels After Woman Charged in the Tragic Murder of Three-Year-Old Girl

Las Vegas, NV — A Las Vegas community is reeling after a 41-year-old woman, Marketta Phillips, was accused of fatally stabbing a 3-year-old girl in a shocking incident that has local residents demanding justice. Authorities charged Phillips with murder following the discovery of young Journei Ross, who sustained multiple stab wounds resulting in her untimely death. The girl’s father, Jeremy Ross, returned home early from work to find a horrifying scene. Phillips, reportedly his intermittent …

Family Sues Trump Las Vegas Hotel Over Revolving Door Accident Leading to Woman’s Death

Las Vegas, Nevada — The family of a 78-year-old California woman has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas, claiming that a malfunctioning revolving door at the property led to injuries that ultimately resulted in her death. The legal action, initiated by the deceased woman’s son, John Truschke, seeks damages for the fatal incident which occurred in March 2023. According to the lawsuit filed in the Clark County District Court, …

Reality Show Star’s Wife Arrested in Murder-for-Hire Plot Against Him in Las Vegas

Las Vegas, NV – In a startling turn of events that seems ripped right from a TV drama, the wife of a well-known reality TV star has been arrested on charges of plotting his murder. Victoria Goodwin, 32, was detained by authorities in Las Vegas after an investigation linked her to plans to hire a hitman to kill her husband, Aaron Goodwin, who stars in the popular paranormal investigation series “Ghost Adventures.” Detectives initiated their …

Las Vegas Tropicana Resort Will Close its Doors for Good After 67-Year Run

Las Vegas, Nevada – After 67 years of operation on the vibrant Las Vegas Strip, the iconic Tropicana resort is preparing to close its doors permanently. Once hailed as the most lavish resort in the city upon its opening in 1957, the Tropicana boasted a rich history of opulence, hosting the renowned Folies Bergère cabaret show and welcoming distinguished guests like James Bond. However, as times changed, the Tropicana fell out of favor and changed …

Las Vegas Teen Admits to Fatal Shooting, Cites ‘Urge to Kill’ in Chilling Confession

Las Vegas, NV – A 19-year-old Nevada man is currently held without bail after confessing to the brutal murder of an individual last month, a crime that authorities say was driven by a “compelling urge to kill.” The suspect, identified as Joshua Martinez, faces an open murder charge following the deadly incident which took place in the early hours outside a local pharmacy. According to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police, Martinez allegedly had been wrestling …

Second Mistrial Announced in Las Vegas Capital Murder Case After Jury Fails to Reach Verdict

Las Vegas, NV — For the second time, a Las Vegas jury has been unable to reach a verdict in the high-stakes murder trial of Norman Flowers, prompting the judge to declare a mistrial. Flowers faces the death penalty, accused of the brutal 2017 murder of his girlfriend’s 3-year-old daughter. The case has captured local headlines, not only for its harrowing details but also for the courtroom’s repeated inability to resolve it. Flowers was initially …

Las Vegas Grapples with Surge in Road Rage and Pedestrian Fatalities Amid Holiday Traffic

Las Vegas, NV — A sharp rise in road fatalities, including several pedestrian deaths, has marked a grim week in Las Vegas as the city witnesses increased vehicular accidents during the holiday season. The spate of incidents has spurred discussions on potential legal measures to curb aggressive driving behaviors attributed to escalating road rage across the valley. This week in Las Vegas was punctuated with tragedy starting with two road rage-related altercations, one resulting in …

Terrifying Encounter: St. Louis Couple Recounts Brutal Assault on Las Vegas Strip

Las Vegas, NV — A couple from St. Louis experienced a harrowing assault during their visit to the Las Vegas Strip, recounting a traumatic encounter that left them shaken and questioning their safety. The incident, involving a group of unidentified assailants, escalated quickly, casting a shadow over what should have been a joyful vacation. “This was supposed to be a fun trip,” said one of the victims, still visibly distraught from the ordeal. “Instead, it …

Las Vegas Man Receives Life Sentence for Murder and Robbery of Young Woman, Leaving Community and Family Shattered

Las Vegas, NV — A local man will spend life behind bars with the possibility of parole after confessing to the brutal murder of 24-year-old Destiny Nicole Jackson, whose life was tragically cut short in 2021. The sentencing took place on Thursday in a crowded Las Vegas courtroom where the victim’s grief-stricken family members gathered, wearing shirts bearing messages of remembrance and demand for justice. Albertt Monterio, 24, admitted to charges of first-degree murder and …