Crime Alert 09.02.24 | Woman Thrown into Highway Traffic in Random Attack
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This episode of Crime Alert Hourly Update dives into a variety of recent crime stories. It begins with the case of a woman attacked on a Los Angeles Metro train, where Juan Flores was charged with attempted murder after dragging the victim off the train and into traffic. The podcast then shifts to a domestic assault case involving sisters, where Nikiya Davis was charged with throwing ravioli at her sister's face. The episode continues with the arrest of 73-year-old Warren Luther Alexander for multiple murders dating back to 1977 in Ventura County, California. DNA evidence linked him to the murders of three women who were sex workers. The podcast then explores the controversy surrounding nitrogen gas execution, highlighting concerns about its efficacy and reliability after a corrections officer's report revealed unexpected observations about an inmate's blood oxygen levels. The episode concludes with the case of Amanda Deguillo, who has been missing for 10 years. Deguillo disappeared after returning from a trip to Florida, leaving her home without her phone, purse, or extra clothes. The podcast urges listeners to provide any information they may have about her disappearance to the Upper Darby, Pennsylvania Police Department.
Outlines
Crime News Roundup
This episode of Crime Alert Hourly Update covers a range of recent crime stories, including a metro attack, a domestic assault, a cold case arrest, concerns about nitrogen gas execution, and the ongoing search for a missing woman.
LA Metro Attack
A woman riding the metro in LA was attacked by a stranger, Juan Flores, who dragged her off the train, threw her into traffic, and ran away. The victim sustained injuries and Flores was charged with attempted murder.
Domestic Assault: Ravioli Incident
Nikiya Davis was charged with domestic assault after throwing a plate of ravioli at her sister's face when the sister refused to share her food.
Cold Case Solved: 73-Year-Old Charged with Murders
Warren Luther Alexander, 73, was charged with multiple murders dating back to 1977 in Ventura County, California. DNA evidence linked him to the murders of three women who were sex workers.
Keywords
Nitrogen Gas Execution
A method of capital punishment using nitrogen gas to induce death. It is a relatively new method and its efficacy and reliability are still under debate.
Cold Case
A criminal investigation that has been inactive for a significant period of time, often due to lack of evidence or leads. Advances in DNA technology have helped solve many cold cases.
DNA Technology
The use of DNA analysis to identify individuals, establish relationships, and solve crimes. It has revolutionized forensic science and has been instrumental in solving cold cases.
Domestic Assault
A crime involving physical violence or threats of violence against a family member or intimate partner. It can include acts like hitting, kicking, shoving, or throwing objects.
Missing Person
An individual who has disappeared without explanation or contact with loved ones. Missing persons cases can be challenging to investigate and often require extensive search efforts.
Metro Attack
An assault that occurs on a public transportation system, such as a subway or train. These attacks can range from minor assaults to serious crimes like attempted murder.
Q&A
What is Crime Alert Hourly Update?
Crime Alert Hourly Update is a podcast that provides the latest crime news, including high-profile cases, missing persons alerts, and trial updates.
How was Warren Luther Alexander linked to the cold case murders?
DNA evidence linked Alexander to the murders of three women in Ventura County, California. The DNA match was made after the evidence was uploaded to a national database.
What are the concerns surrounding nitrogen gas execution?
Concerns about nitrogen gas execution include its efficacy and reliability. There are questions about whether it induces quick unconsciousness and death, as well as the potential for a botched execution.
What happened to Amanda Deguillo?
Amanda Deguillo disappeared 10 years ago after returning from a trip to Florida. She left her home without her phone, purse, or extra clothes and has not been seen since.
How can listeners help with Amanda Deguillo's case?
Listeners can help by providing any information they may have about Amanda Deguillo's disappearance to the Upper Darby, Pennsylvania Police Department.
Show Notes
A woman is dragged from a metro train and thrown into highway traffic on her morning commute. This sister serves Ravioli a la battery for lunch!
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