Crime Talk with Scott Reisch

Nick Reiner is accused of murdering his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner. Now he is asking the court for access to trust money he says was already supposed to be distributed to him years ago. The legal fight is a fascinating one. Can someone accused of killing the people who created the trust still demand that money for his defense? Reiner's attorneys say the money was already his and that he is still presumed innocent. Trustees and opposing parties point to the law designed to prevent killers from profiting from their victims. Today...

Lindsay Clancy's defense suffers a major setback as the judge refuses to investigate the lone holdout juror — but the double-jeopardy fight is far from over. Plus Christa Pike, an alleged deliberate family crash, a disturbing road-rage murder, a DNA cold-case breakthrough and today's Dumb Criminal.

A father is on trial over the death of 7-year-old Ethan Hauschultz. Prosecutors say Timothy Hauschultz created the punishment that required Ethan to carry a 44.4-pound log and then left his 14-year-old son Damian in charge. Damian later admitted hitting and kicking Ethan and covering him with snow. He pleaded guilty to reckless homicide. Now the jury has to decide whether Timothy can also be held criminally responsible. Also today: Nick Reiner is back in court as both sides fight to keep grand jury transcripts sealed. Idaho...

More than three decades after the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman, newly revealed records are raising questions about the missing murder weapon and whether someone may have helped O.J. Simpson dispose of evidence. Scott Reisch breaks down what the records actually show and the credibility questions surrounding the allegations. Also today: Bryan Kohberger's latest fight involving Judge Steven Hippler, the Jasmine Gill murder case, a David Prevatte retrial development, Lee Gilley's extradition battle, a Florida store owner charged with murder, Legal History, the Legal Quote of the Day and today's Dumb...

New questions are surrounding the Cornell 7 controversy after recordings reportedly captured a longtime fraternity adviser claiming he had connections inside Cornell University Police and could call in "favors." The recordings involve a different Cornell fraternity and do not establish that police protected the men accused in the Cornell 7 lawsuit, but they arrive while Cornell's handling of sexual misconduct allegations is already under intense scrutiny. Also on today's Crime Talk: • D4vd returns to court in the Celeste Rivas murder case • Christa Pike's attorneys seek additional time following Tennessee's failed execution attempt • Sean "...

BREAKING UPDATE: The David Prevatte murder trial has ended in a mistrial after allegations of juror misconduct disrupted deliberations. The day began with the judge investigating Juror Number Three over claims that she brought outside information into the jury room. She was ultimately removed, but as questioning of the remaining panel continued, additional concerns surfaced about information being discussed that had never been introduced as evidence. The judge ultimately determined the case could not continue with the jury and declared a mistrial. We added the breaking development to today's show after our original recording. <...

Today on Crime Talk, Scott breaks down another wild day in true crime — and as he put it: "Be safe out there… it's freaking dangerous!" We cover the disturbing case of Metallica Rose Harrison, the Pennsylvania mother accused of murdering her husband and 3-year-old son during a family stay at Great Wolf Lodge. We also examine the latest fallout from the failed execution of Christa Pike, including newly released records detailing delays and confusion in getting emergency medical help after the execution attempt failed. Then we turn to Bryan Kohberger, where multiple upcoming hearings tied to h...

Execute or not? Two very different death penalty cases are raising major questions about capital punishment in America. Christa Pike is back in prison after surviving Tennessee's failed lethal injection attempt. With execution drugs actually administered and Pike still alive, her case now raises an extraordinary legal question: could Tennessee constitutionally attempt to execute her again? Meanwhile, former Army Major Nidal Hasan, convicted in the 2009 Fort Hood mass shooting, is scheduled to face a firing squad. But another controversy is developing around plans to potentially livestream the military execution, with growing political, legal and international...

New text messages are raising more questions in the Cornell 7 case, revealing what Jane Doe and some of the accused were saying privately in the days and weeks after the alleged assault. Also on Crime Talk today: Fort Hood mass shooter Nidal Hasan now has an execution date, and the Pentagon says his firing-squad execution will be livestreamed. Christa Pike's attorneys say she is suffering cognitive problems and profound psychological trauma after surviving Tennessee's failed lethal injection attempt. Plus, former Massachusetts police officer Matthew Farwell goes on trial accused of killing pregnant 23-year-old Sandra Birchmore...

Today on Crime Talk, Scott breaks down the latest developments in several major cases making headlines. Christa Pike is now conscious, walking short distances, and reportedly remembers Tennessee's failed execution attempt. In the Cornell 7 case, new reporting raises more questions about what Jane Doe says she was told about the criminal investigation. We also look at the latest fight over evidence in Alex Murdaugh's upcoming retrial, where prosecutors accuse the defense of making "brazen falsehoods." Plus, Rodney Hinton Jr.'s murder trial is underway, with the defense arguing insanity and prosecutors arguing revenge. We also check in on Tomasz...

New developments in the Cornell 7 case lead today's Crime Talk, including newly released police interview video, Snapchat evidence, questions about what fraternity members knew, and growing pressure on Cornell University as former Deputy Attorney General Sally Yates begins an independent review. We also have a major update on Christa Pike, who is now awake and speaking after Tennessee's failed execution attempt — but according to a medical expert working with her legal team, she apparently does not remember the execution itself. Also today: • Chris Watts' parents break their silence and reveal a letter he wrot...

Caleb Flynn has been sentenced to life without parole for murdering his wife, Ashley Flynn. Flynn spoke at sentencing, maintained his innocence and became emotional while hearing statements from his daughters. Scott also breaks down a major Cornell Seven update involving newly revealed phone calls, allegations of "damage control," Cornell's disciplinary actions and the criminal investigation now being handled by New York Attorney General Letitia James. Plus: • Former TV anchor Angelynn Mock sentenced to life   • Sheriff captain's son accused in deadly e-bike crash   • Nidal Hasan firing squad execution approved   • Legal History  <b...

New developments in the Cornell 7 / Chi Phi case are drawing national attention. In this video, Scott breaks down the latest reporting surrounding the allegations tied to the Cornell University Chi Phi fraternity case, including the reported Snapchat messages, the renewed scrutiny over how the case was initially handled, and the decision to appoint New York Attorney General Letitia James as special prosecutor. We also discuss the role of Tompkins County District Attorney Matthew Van Houten, the public statements surrounding Cornell's internal handling of the matter, and what these developments could mean going forward. ...

New developments in three major cases on today's Crime Talk. A judge has rejected Lindsay Clancy's latest attempt to obtain a required finding of not guilty following the mistrial, keeping the criminal case against her alive as questions continue over whether prosecutors will pursue a second trial. In Tennessee, Christa Pike remains in critical condition following the state's unsuccessful attempt to carry out her execution. The incident has now triggered an investigation, a temporary halt to executions in Tennessee and a major new legal question: could the state eventually try again? Caleb Flynn was...

Christa Pike survived Tennessee's attempt to execute her by lethal injection after receiving both doses authorized under the state's execution protocol. Pike, the only woman on Tennessee's death row, was scheduled to be executed for the 1995 murder of Colleen Slemmer. But after the state administered pentobarbital twice, Pike remained alive and was eventually transported to a hospital. Governor Bill Lee has now halted Tennessee's remaining executions for 2026 and ordered an independent review into what went wrong. The case raises a major legal question: Can Tennessee attempt to execute Christa Pike again, or would another...

Join criminal defense attorney Scott Reisch LIVE Wednesday morning as he takes a look at the latest crime stories, court developments, trials, legal headlines and breaking news making waves today. There's no single case on the agenda   Scott will be going through the news in real time, pulling up stories, looking at the facts, sharing his legal perspective and talking with the Crime Talk community along the way. If there's a case or story you think Scott should take a look at, drop it in the live chat.  LIVE: Wednesday, September 30 9:00 AM Mountain Time Subscribe and...

A major development in the Lindsay Clancy case. During today's hearing, defense attorney Kevin Reddington argued that prosecutors failed to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that Clancy actually killed her three children — a significant new approach following the mistrial earlier this month. Judge William Sullivan did not rule on the defense's request for a required finding of not guilty, while other major issues — including double jeopardy, the controversy surrounding the holdout juror and the prosecution's request for a gag order — remain unresolved. The next major hearing is scheduled for November 2. #LindsayClancy #CrimeTalk #TrueCrime 🛍️ CRIME TALK...

Two very different murder trials now have one striking thing in common: prosecutors are pointing to secret affairs as part of the story behind the alleged crimes. In Ohio, the Caleb Flynn murder trial continues after jurors heard nearly two days of testimony from his former mistress, Alleigha Botner, including portions of approximately 107,000 messages exchanged during their affair. The jury also heard AI-generated love songs Flynn allegedly created for Botner as prosecutors try to connect the relationship, Flynn's statements and the timeline to the murder of his wife, Ashley Flynn. In Tennessee, former paramedic Matthew...

The Caleb Flynn murder trial takes center stage as his former mistress, Alleigha Botner, testifies about their affair, approximately 107,000 messages, alleged statements about wanting his wife Ashley dead, a missing gun and conversations about deleting messages just hours before Ashley Flynn was killed. Also today on Crime Talk: newly unsealed documents reveal concerns Bryan Kohberger's own attorneys raised before his guilty plea; Corie Walsh pleads not guilty in the death of her 2-year-old son; a Colorado Springs woman is accused of dismembering her husband and keeping his remains inside storage containers for months; and a Michigan teenager...

#CrimeTalk #LindsayClancy #TomaszKosowski In today's Crime Talk, we break down the latest developments in the Lindsay Clancy case as the defense goes after the lone holdout juror and pushes for an investigation. We also cover the guilty verdict against Tomasz Kosowski in the murder of attorney Steven Cozzi, the grand jury's decision not to bring charges in the death of Nolan Xavier Wells, and the sentencing of Mariah Thomas after her baby died in an oven. Plus today's Legal History, Legal Quote, and a Dumb Criminal story you have to hear to believe. 01:15...