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A Vampire, a Werewolf, and Murder

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The real life romance of Jasmine Richardson and Jeremy Steinke is much like Twilight, if Twilight was a murder penned by Stephen King.

The love struck Canadian couple believed they were from another realm, and their love could conquer all. Jasmine believed she was a vampire, and Jeremy thought himself a werewolf.

The couple initially met at punk rock show when Richardson was 11 and Jeremy was 23. Through the internet website vampirefreaks.com the couple carried on their relationship. Despite their passion, their love could not conquer the Richardson family’s distaste for their young daughter’s much older boyfriend. The longer the two were together the more Jasmine’s image began to take on the goth appearance of her boyfriend’s.

Despite her parent’s disapproval of their relationship, the internet allowed for many back doors and open windows for the couple to talk.

This website Vampire Freaks was a community for those who felt disenchanted with the mainstream, and wanted to carve out their own dark niche online. The site began in 1999 and is officially closing its doors in February 2020. This is where their romance blossomed through love notes both in public as well as private.

In the way that many young girls do, Jasmine made her adolescent life feel like one of imprisonment and torture by misunderstanding and unduly cruel parents. She would forlorn about her restricted and lonely existence to her boyfriend for hours. They believed that if they could be together, only then would they truly be happy. That is when their plan began to take form, and it was Jasmine who initiated the idea of murder.

She wrote to Jeremy; “I have this plan.. It begins with me killing them and ends with me living with you.”

In the minds of the two lovers nothing could stop them, and on April 23, 2006 nothing did. Sneaking her boyfriend into the home after the family had gone to bed, Steinke stabbed both of Jasmine’s parents dozens of times. However, he left her younger brother’s life in the hands of his young vampire. Jasmine stabbed the boy multiple times before slitting his throat. He was only eight years old.

The two then made their escape from the murder scene before sunrise. It was just the next day when the bodies of one of the Richardson family member’s was spotted through a window and the police were called.

The pair were quickly apprehended after Richardson’s computer was searched.  Each were charged with three counts of first degree murder.

Richardson was only 14 years old at the time of trial in 2007.  She was sentenced to 10 years in prison. That may seem light, but 10 years was the maximum any youth could receive under the Canada’s Youth Justice Act. Four of those ten years she spent in a psychiatric institution.  The following four years she spent supervised attending classes at Mount Royal University in Canada.

She was released in 2016 after completing her time and seen as a success for rehabilitation. After becoming a free young woman she changed her name and is trying to live a quiet existence in the community she changed for life.

In 2008 Steinke was also found guilty of three counts of first degree murder. However, unlike the decade of punishment his girlfriend received, he was sentenced to three concurrent life sentences in prison. The courts stated his earlier parole date would be 25 years from sentencing, roughly the year 2033.  He now goes by the name Jackson May.

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Hulu Unveils Riveting Trailer for True Crime Series “Under the Bridge”

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Hulu has just released a gripping trailer for its latest true crime series, “Under the Bridge,” drawing viewers into a haunting narrative that promises to explore the dark corners of a real-life tragedy. The series, which premieres on April 17th with the first two of its eight episodes, is based on the best-selling book by the late Rebecca Godfrey, providing a detailed account of the 1997 murder of fourteen-year-old Reena Virk near Victoria, British Columbia.

Riley Keough (left) and Lily Gladstone in “Under the Bridge”. 

Starring Riley Keough, Lily Gladstone, and Vritika Gupta, “Under the Bridge” brings to life the chilling story of Virk, who disappeared after attending a party with friends, never to return home. Through the investigative lens of author Rebecca Godfrey, played by Keough, and a dedicated local police officer portrayed by Gladstone, the series delves into the hidden lives of the young girls accused of Virk’s murder, uncovering shocking revelations about the true perpetrator behind this heinous act. The trailer offers a first look at the series’ atmospheric tension, showcasing the exceptional performances of its cast. Watch the trailer below:

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Rebecca Godfrey, who passed away in October 2022, is credited as an executive producer, having worked closely with Shephard for over two years to bring this complex story to television. Their partnership aimed to honor Virk’s memory by casting a light on the circumstances that led to her untimely death, offering insight into the societal and personal dynamics at play.

“Under the Bridge” looks to stand out as a compelling addition to the true crime genre with this gripping story. As Hulu prepares to release the series, audiences are invited to brace themselves for a deeply moving and thought-provoking journey into one of Canada’s most notorious crimes.

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Real-Life Horror in Pennsylvania: ‘Scream’ Costume-Clad Killer Strikes in Lehighton

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In a horrifying echo of the chilling killers depicted in the ‘Scream’ movie series, a Pennsylvania community was rocked by a gruesome murder. The assailant, donning the franchise’s iconic mask and cloak, wielded a black Reapr fixed-blade knife. Zak Russel Moyer, 30, carried out a nightmarish attack on his neighbor, Edward Whitehead Jr., in the small Carbon County town of Lehighton. Moyer’s assault was particularly brutal, employing not only a knife but also a small chainsaw, ultimately resulting in Whitehead’s death.

Zak Russel Moyer

Armed with a small battery-powered chainsaw and a black Reapr fixed-blade knife, Moyer had initially gone to Whitehead’s house next-door ‘for the purpose of scaring him’. However, the situation escalated fatally when he inflicted a stab wound to Whitehead’s head. The incident prompted an immediate response from local law enforcement, aided by Pennsylvania State Police, following a distress call about an active assault in progress within the 200 block of Carbon Street.

Surveillance footage captured a male figure, later identified as Moyer, emerging from the rear of Whitehead’s home. The figure’s attire was notably consistent with the “Scream” movie character, adding a surreal layer to the already grim event. Whitehead was swiftly transported to St. Luke’s Hospital-Carbon Campus but was pronounced dead, having suffered multiple wounds including a significant head injury and cuts indicative of a desperate defense.

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In the aftermath, police quickly zeroed in on Moyer, found in a residence nearby. His apprehension followed bizarre communications with the police, where he levied accusations against Whitehead. Previous statements to his sister revealed Moyer’s harbored intentions to kill Whitehead, shedding light on a premeditated malice.

As the community grapples with this real-life horror, authorities have secured the weapons and the “Scream” costume, underscoring the chilling premeditation of Moyer’s actions. He now faces homicide charges, with a preliminary hearing set to determine the progression of his trial.

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Netflix to Release Duplass Brothers’ True-Crime Doc ‘American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders’

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A strange organization known as “The Octopus” is getting the Netflix true-crime treatment. The streaming service has ordered the documentary called American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders which explores this alleged real crime conglomerate.

Brothers Jay (left) and Mark Duplass have been making films together since they were kids.

Even more interesting is that Duplass Brothers Productions and Stardust Frames will be bankrolling the project. The Duplass Brothers consist of Mark and Jay and they have produced movies such as Bad Milo (2013), Tangerine (2015), and of course the cult horror favorite Creep (2015). Creep 2 (2017) was produced by Netflix and Blumhouse.

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Journalist Danny Casolaro

According to Deadline, American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders starts with the discovery of a dead journalist, Danny Casolaro (pictured above), from an apparent suicide. But his family isn’t convinced. They think it was a result of Casolaro’s investigative reporting on a secret crime organization known as “The Octopus.” He believed that they were behind multiple murders, high-tech spy software thievery, and political scandals.

Enter researcher Christian Hansen who is determined to get to the bottom of Casolaro’s death and expose “The Octopus” and its far-reaching arms.

“Six years ago we got to work side by side with the brilliant Way Brothers on Wild, Wild Country,” said Mark Duplass. “When we found out about the Octopus Conspiracy, and Zach and Christian’s unique perspective and unparalleled dedication to this story, we knew this was the project that would bring us back together.”

Maclain Way of Stardust Frames adds, “When Zach and Christian first told us about The Octopus Conspiracy— a story they had been investigating for years— we were enthralled by tales of stolen spy software, government cover-ups, and the parallels with a journalist who died under suspicious circumstances digging into this story.  With our partners Netflix and Duplass Brothers Productions, we can’t wait for audiences to submerge themselves into the mysterious world of The Octopus.”

This will be a four-part series scheduled to air on February 28.

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