Leigh Egan

Leigh Egan is a crime-fighting journalist and editor who specializes in breaking news and investigative true crime coverage. With more than a decade of experience under her belt, Leigh’s work can be found in a number of high-profile national publications. For Leigh, learning didn’t stop after college. She considers herself a lifelong learner who frequently takes media and journalism courses to keep abreast of the latest happenings and innovations in her field. Tips: legan@crimeonline.com

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 Todt Family
Court

Alleged killer Anthony Todt was in a Florida courtroom today for an initial appearance after police say he killed his three children, wife, and dog in an upscale Celebration townhome. During a brief court appearance on Thursday morning, Ninth Judicial Circuit Judge Margaret Schreiber denied bond for Todt before an officer immediately walked him back …

Frederick Hampton
Wanted
January 16, 2020

BREAKING: Convicted rapist wanted in connection with deceased Alabama woman, Paighton Houston

Alabama authorities are searching for a convicted sex offender in connection with the death of Paighton Houston, an Alabama woman found dead earlier this month. According to Al.com, authorities are searching for Fredrick Hampton, of Brighton. He’s currently being charged with abuse of a corpse. Authorities are still waiting on results to determine the cause …

Todt Family
Violent Crime
January 15, 2020

Todt family massacre: 3 children, mom & dog found dead in Disney area townhouse, dad now in custody [BREAKING]

Florida authorities have released the identities of four people found dead inside a Celebration home on Monday. According to Osceola County Sheriff Russ Gibson, the victims have been identified as Megan Todt and her three children, Alek, Tyler, and Zoe.  The children’s father and Megan’s husband, Anthony “Tony” Todt, is in custody, in connection with …

Damon Becnel
Child Abuse
January 15, 2020

Court Docs: ‘Dad’ threatens daughter after she records him beating her & abusing dog. FIVE judges recuse themselves from case [UPDATE]

The mother of a Florida teen who recorded her father’s alleged abuse has filed a petition against the man and re-opened a custody battle that has been ongoing for years. The Destin Log reports that Allison Tringas filed Petition for Injunction Against Domestic Violence on January 2, a week after her 14-year-old daughter brought police …

‘She just wanted to fly on an airplane’: Missing autistic girl slips through TSA pre-check security by using a drink coupon [Report]
Juveniles
January 15, 2020

‘She just wanted to fly on an airplane’: Missing autistic girl slips through TSA pre-check security by using a drink coupon [Report]

A Florida teen is home safe after quick-thinking Florida airport employees spotted her and contacted police. According to ABC Action News, 15-year-old Sade Subbs, who was reported missing on January 9, presented another person’s drink coupon on Friday, at the Orlando International Airport. The coupon reportedly got her through the TSA pre-check point. Officials said …

Alonso Calle
Sex Crimes
January 13, 2020

California woman passes out during Uber ride, wakes up to driver raping her: Police

A California Uber driver has been accused of sexually assaulting a woman who needed a ride home on Saturday, after a night out with friends. The Los Angeles Times reports that 32-year-old Uber driver, Alonso Calle, was arrested on suspicion of rape that allegedly occurred Saturday morning at around 3:30 a.m. Calle was booked at …