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Today we discuss some of the critical points in the case regarding the trust of the families and the public in the investigation. We listen to audio from News Nation's Brian Entin and his interview with Moscow Police Chief James Fry.
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A shocking case has emerged in Pennsylvania, where a 20-year-old woman, Alesia Owens, has been arrested in connection with the tragic death of her boyfriend's 1-year-old daughter, Iris Alfera. Prosecutors have charged Owens with multiple offenses, including criminal homicide, alleging that she poisoned the young girl with household items. Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry made the announcement regarding the arrest.
The incident dates back to June 2023 when emergency responders were called to the home of Iris' father in New Castle, located northeast of Pittsburgh. At that time, Iris lived with her father and Alesia Owens. Responders found the 1-year-old child unresponsive. Iris was immediately transported to a local hospital for medical attention and subsequently airlifted to UPMC Children’s Hospital in Pittsburgh. Tragically, she passed away on June 29, 2023.
The cause of Iris' death was determined through an autopsy conducted by medical examiners. The examination revealed that she succumbed to organ failure caused by acetone poisoning, a devastating revelation.
Disturbingly, investigators from the New Castle Police Department uncovered evidence suggesting that Alesia Owens had researched household products with fatal potential for children in the months leading up to the tragic incident. According to the attorney general's office, Owens conducted numerous online searches between February and June, specifically related to the circumstances of the toddler's death.
These searches allegedly included inquiries about household products that could prove deadly to a child, such as water beads, batteries, and nail polish. Owens' online queries also featured phrases like "beauty products that are poisonous to kids" and "medications leading to accidental poisoning deaths in children."
Furthermore, it has come to light that Iris Alfera had been hospitalized several months before her untimely demise. During this previous hospitalization, she had ingested several harmful objects, including approximately 20 water beads, batteries, and a metal screw. Although Lawrence County Children and Youth Services were alerted following this incident, no charges were initially filed, as reported by the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.
Currently, Alesia Owens is being held at the Owens County Jail, having been denied bail. The circumstances surrounding this case are undeniably tragic and heart-wrenching, leaving the community in shock. Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry expressed her sentiments, stating, "The details of this case are heartbreaking. It is hard to fathom someone taking deliberate steps to harm a completely helpless child, then mislead investigators about what happened."
As this deeply distressing case unfolds, many are left grappling with the unsettling nature of the allegations against Alesia Owens and the profound loss of young Iris Alfera. Prosecutors will continue their efforts to seek justice for the innocent child, and the community watches closely as the legal proceedings progress.
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Accused Long Island serial killer Rex Heuermann faces new charges after DNA evidence linked him to the notorious "Gilgo Beach Four" murders. In an indictment unsealed in Suffolk County court, Heuermann, 60, was charged with the murder of Maureen Brainard-Barnes, one of the victims whose remains were discovered along the Sound Shore in 2010. These murders had remained unsolved for 13 years.
The breakthrough in the case came as investigators connected Brainard-Barnes' murder to Heuermann through DNA evidence. Specifically, a female hair found on the victim's body was matched to samples collected from Heuermann's wife, Asa Ellerup, and their 26-year-old daughter, Victoria. Remarkably, both women were out of town when all four of the murders took place, including the time of Brainard-Barnes' death in Atlantic City, as detailed in the indictment.
Prosecutors revealed disturbing details about Heuermann's alleged activities. He reportedly texted escorts while his wife and children were away, engaging in sick online searches such as "Very skinny white teen tied up porn," "tied up fat girl porn," "medieval torture of women," and "how I was raped audio." Investigators also discovered a collection of violent, bondage, and torture pornography on Heuermann's electronic devices. Furthermore, they found that he had used his computer to contact escorts, using the names "Andy" or "Andrew," which correspond to his middle name.
One of the escorts allegedly received a text message from Heuermann on March 1, 2020, stating, "Hi, I saw your ad and wanted to see if we could set something up later." This chilling exchange occurred as the escort asked if the following day would work, to which Heuermann responded, "I am working all day. I was free today; my wife is out for the day... working Monday."
While Rex Heuermann pleaded not guilty to these new charges, his wife, Asa Ellerup, and daughter, Victoria Heuermann, were present at the arraignment but did not address reporters.
Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney had previously identified Rex Heuermann as the primary suspect in the death of Maureen Brainard-Barnes. He had expressed that his office was close to linking Heuermann to her case.
Maureen Brainard-Barnes, 25, was the first of the "Gilgo Four" to disappear on July 9, 2007. Her body was later discovered on December 13, 2010, and she was reportedly bound with a belt stamped with the initials "WH," which investigators have suggested may have belonged to Heuermann's late grandfather, William Heuermann.
The "Gilgo Four" case involved the discovery of more than ten sets of human remains along Ocean Parkway between December 2010 and April 2011. Three other victims who worked as escorts, Amber Lynn Costello, Melissa Barthelemy, and Megan Waterman, became known as the "Gilgo Four."
Maureen Brainard-Barnes had a life prior to her tragic disappearance. She was originally from Groton, Connecticut, and was described as a straight-A student who dropped out of school at 17 after becoming pregnant. She held various jobs, including working as a card dealer at the Foxwoods Resort Casino, at a local ShopRite, and at a gas station in the area.
As this shocking case unfolds, investigators continue their efforts to seek justice for the victims and their families, as well as to provide answers in a case that has haunted Long Island for over a decade.
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In the quiet neighborhood of Westbourne Road, Chester, the walls of Lucy Letby's semi-detached home bore witness to a chilling secret. It wasn't hidden in plain sight, but on crammed Post-it notes filled with her minuscule, frantic scrawls. These scribblings have become crucial evidence, offering a stark window into Letby's deeply troubled psyche.
While detectives have posited that these notes were a cryptic way for Letby to end her sinister spree, a deeper analysis reveals more. These Post-its are not a confession, nor are they simple scribbles. They provide a raw, unfiltered look into the recesses of a disturbed mind.
As a forensic psychiatrist, delving into the minds of individuals who have committed grievous crimes is not new to me. In secure prisons, tightly locked hospital wards, and courtrooms, I've encountered many who tread the dark path. But Lucy Letby is distinct.
The notes are filled with expressions that exemplify 'negative cognitions'. Phrases such as "I don't deserve Mum + Dad", "Hate myself", and "The world is better off without me" resonate with overwhelming guilt, shame, and self-hatred. The inherent contradictions in her notes, with statements like "I haven't done anything wrong" juxtaposed against confessions of her evil nature, signify a tormented soul battling her own conscience. And although these notes give us a glimpse of this internal strife, her guilt, shame, and self-awareness were evidently not potent enough to halt her murderous actions or elicit a confession during the trial.
Interspersed in these scribbles, Letby frequently mentions her cats, Tigger and Smudge. Perhaps they were her solace, beings she could control and exhibit genuine affection towards, in stark contrast to the heinous crimes she committed.
Despite these profound revelations, classifying Letby under standard psychiatric conditions remains challenging. There's little evidence in these notes that hint towards her suffering from a severe mental illness. However, signs of anxiety and depression permeate her writings. The scribbled "HELP" and "HATE", coupled with the overwhelming intensity of her notes, all point towards a deeply troubled mind.
Yet, these symptoms did not impair her daily functions. Colleagues never reported any peculiar stress or abnormal behavior in her role at the hospital. This duality in her nature, of committing unimaginable crimes while outwardly maintaining a composed façade, is haunting.
The motivations behind Letby's actions are intricate. While one might be tempted to accept her statement, "I killed them on purpose because I'm not good enough to care for them", as a genuine reflection of her motives, it might just be an expression of self-pity. The actual driving forces, it appears, were the desire for control, power, and a perverse thrill in being around the grieving process. Letby's morbid need to be present during moments of overwhelming parental grief, even when the babies were not her patients, underscores a deeper, more sinister craving.
Moreover, despite her crimes, Letby doesn't align neatly with the classical traits of psychopathy. She might have lied to shield her deeds, but she didn't fabricate an alternate reality. The key differentiator here is her emotional perception. While she might cognitively understand the repercussions of her actions, emotionally, she remains detached. The suffering of others doesn't cause her pain; instead, she draws a perverse pleasure from it.
Lucy Letby is an enigma. Her behavior before her heinous acts didn't raise alarms. She was perceived as amiable, diligent, and competent. Trying to reconcile this image with the one painted by her Post-it notes is unsettling. With Letby unlikely to ever leave prison, the chances of her receiving intensive psychiatric support, leading to a potential remorse or epiphany, are slim.
In conclusion, Lucy Letby remains one of the most perplexing clinical cases ever encountered. While we might never fully grasp the intricacies of her mind, these Post-it notes serve as a chilling testament, providing the only tangible insight into her twisted psyche.
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