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Crime, She Writes

Breaking down the evidence, one crime at a time

Career
"Not Sorry," International Jewel Thief Doris Payne Says

Cathy Scott on October 30, 2023

The question of why an aging woman, facing the consequences of jail, would continue planning and stealing jewelry from shops, is simple. She didn't care.

The question of why an aging woman, facing the consequences of jail, would continue planning and stealing jewelry from shops, is simple. She didn't care.

Friends
Why One L.A. Victim Stood By Suspected Killer Robert Durst

Cathy Scott on July 31, 2021

Can a bright, outgoing, albeit quirky writer, raised by an ex-con and a suicidal mother, be fooled by a seemingly calm but dysfunctional friend? A professional weighs in.

Can a bright, outgoing, albeit quirky writer, raised by an ex-con and a suicidal mother, be fooled by a seemingly calm but dysfunctional friend? A professional weighs in.

Traumatic Brain Injury
Will the Famous Black Dahlia Case Ever be Solved?

Cathy Scott on December 30, 2019

As the 73rd anniversary of the largest manhunt in Los Angeles history approaches, a look back at the unsolved Black Dahlia murder case and where it stands today.

As the 73rd anniversary of the largest manhunt in Los Angeles history approaches, a look back at the unsolved Black Dahlia murder case and where it stands today.

Adoption
Dogs previously sentenced to death get new leases on life

Cathy Scott on July 1, 2017

High percentages of dogs rescued by Chicago police after their owners are criminally charged are rehabilitated and find new homes, as told in the book 'A Ruff Road Home'

High percentages of dogs rescued by Chicago police after their owners are criminally charged are rehabilitated and find new homes, as told in the book 'A Ruff Road Home'

Friends
Justice Moves Slowly Against Durst in Mob Daughter’s Murder

Cathy Scott on December 31, 2016

Will New York real estate heir Robert Durst be convicted in the murder of his best friend Susan Berman? The evidence to be presented in court appears strong.

Will New York real estate heir Robert Durst be convicted in the murder of his best friend Susan Berman? The evidence to be presented in court appears strong.

Law and Crime
What Did The LAPD Know About Robert Durst and When?

Cathy Scott on May 20, 2015

An in-depth look at delayed evidence in the California case against real estate heir Robert Durst, who stands charged with the murder of his best friend, writer Susan Berman.

An in-depth look at delayed evidence in the California case against real estate heir Robert Durst, who stands charged with the murder of his best friend, writer Susan Berman.