Why murder Is Trending Today?
Explore key developments that caused murder to trend — updated as the story unfolds.
3 key events detected
July 9, 2025 at 4:34 AM
Wellington Hospital's maternity and gynaecology beds are safe after Health New Zealand's decision not to proceed with cuts. Meanwhile, a convicted poisoner who murdered his family using spiked beef Wellington in prison demands special treatment, and Brazilian defender Wellington Nascimento joins Sporting Cristal.
July 8, 2025 at 4:27 AM
Erin Patterson convicted for murdering her in-laws by lacing beef Wellington with death cap mushrooms.
July 1, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Bryan Kohberger, accused of murdering four University of Idaho students, accepted a plea deal, avoiding the death penalty. Prosecutors dropped the death penalty in exchange for his guilty plea, a move criticized by some victims' families who felt betrayed and denied closure.