True Crime Stories

Logan Gifford, a 26-year-old from Las Vegas, has faced things no one should. At age 10, his mother, Doreene Gifford, began sexually abusing him, a nightmare that lasted seven years. Now, he’s legally the father of his 15-year-old brother, who might also be his biological son. This story is heavy, full of pain, court fights, […]

On March 13, 1996, a horrific event unfolded in the quiet Scottish town of Dunblane, forever marking it as the site of one of the most devastating school shootings in history. The Dunblane Massacre claimed the lives of 16 young children and their teacher, leaving a nation in mourning and sparking lasting changes in the […]

In the dusty plains of Afghanistan in 2003, a farmer named Abdul Wali faced a life-altering moment that would etch his name into a painful chapter of history. Falsely accused of terrorism, Wali made the courageous choice to surrender to American forces, hoping to prove his innocence and return to his quiet life of tending […]

On a scorching summer day in Galena Park, Texas, a heartbreaking tragedy unfolded that left a community in shock and a family shattered. A 9-year-old-girl died after being left in a hot car for an entire 8-hour shift while her mother worked at a nearby manufacturing plant. The incident, which occurred on July 1, 2025, […]

In November 2014, a New York man named Aitabdel Salem found himself locked up in one of America’s most infamous jails, Rikers Island, for five months. The reason? A shocking mix-up: nobody told him his bail was just $2. This story, uncovered by Phacts, reveals a troubling flaw in the justice system, where a small […]

On May 16, 2025, the city of New Orleans was rocked by one of the most shocking jailbreaks in recent history. Ten inmates escaped from the Orleans Justice Center, a facility meant to keep dangerous criminals behind bars. A month later, two of those inmates, Derrick Groves and Antoine Massey, remain on the run, sparking […]

In 2011, a shocking incident unfolded in Waseca, Minnesota, that grabbed headlines around the world. A man named Terry Allen Lester, aged 37, was arrested after authorities discovered he had turned a sex toy into a dangerous explosive device. His plan? To give it to one of his ex-girlfriends as a Christmas gift, with the […]

A shocking case has emerged that highlights the devastating impact of domestic violence and jealousy. A man recently released from prison is now facing a swift return to jail after posting a disturbing video online. In the video, he bragged about violently assaulting his pregnant ex-girlfriend, taunting others with the chilling words, “I’m home now, […]

In 2013, a remarkable story unfolded in Charleston, South Carolina, capturing the hearts of people worldwide. A loyal dog named Killian, a black Labrador and German Shepherd mix, became a hero by protecting 7-month-old Finn Jordan from an abusive babysitter. This tale of instinct, bravery, and trust between a family and their pet is one […]

On a seemingly ordinary Saturday afternoon in Eastpointe, Michigan, a violent confrontation unfolded in the parking lot of a Foot Locker store, leaving two men dead and two others injured. At the center of this tragic event is 19-year-old Lakylia Taylor, a Detroit woman now facing serious charges, including second-degree murder, after allegedly shooting four […]