Crime Alert 06.19.24
Digest
This episode of Crime Alert begins with the story of Nicholas Hustetler, a 25-year-old man who was arrested for attacking two elderly people in Campbell, California. Hustetler punched the first victim in the face and even posed for a photo with the victim's cell phone. A week later, he attacked a second senior citizen. Police were able to identify Hustetler from the photo and arrested him without incident. He is now facing two counts of elder abuse. The episode then shifts to a triple homicide in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Justin Cody Rackley, 30, has pleaded not guilty to murder after a shooting at a house party that killed three people and injured two others. The shooting marked Sioux Falls' first triple homicide in more than 50 years. Police are still investigating the motive for the shooting. The episode concludes with the case of Relisha Rudd, an eight-year-old girl who went missing from a DC shelter. Relisha was last seen on video entering a DC hotel room with the janitor, Khalil Tatum. Tatum's wife was found shot in the head the same day Relisha was reported missing. Tatum was later found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Relisha has not been found.
Outlines
Elderly Attacks in California
This Chapter discusses the case of Nicholas Hustetler, a 25-year-old man who was arrested for attacking two elderly people in Campbell, California. Hustetler punched the first victim in the face and even posed for a photo with the victim's cell phone. A week later, he attacked a second senior citizen. Police were able to identify Hustetler from the photo and arrested him without incident. He is now facing two counts of elder abuse.
Triple Homicide in South Dakota
This Chapter covers the case of Justin Cody Rackley, a 30-year-old man who has pleaded not guilty to murder after a shooting at a house party that killed three people and injured two others. The shooting marked Sioux Falls' first triple homicide in more than 50 years. Police are still investigating the motive for the shooting.
Socialite Sentenced for Fatal Crash
This Chapter discusses the sentencing of Rebecca Grossman, a Southern California socialite who hit and killed two young brothers in a crosswalk over three years ago. Grossman was found guilty of all charges, including two felonies each for second-degree murder and gross vehicular manslaughter, as well as one felony for hit-and-run driving that resulted in death. She was sentenced to two terms ranging from 15 years to life within an additional three years for fleeing the scene of the fatal crash.
Missing Child Case in DC
This Chapter focuses on the case of Relisha Rudd, an eight-year-old girl who went missing from a DC shelter. Relisha was last seen on video entering a DC hotel room with the janitor, Khalil Tatum. Tatum's wife was found shot in the head the same day Relisha was reported missing. Tatum was later found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Relisha has not been found.
Keywords
Nicholas Hustetler
Nicholas Hustetler is a 25-year-old man who was arrested for attacking two elderly people in Campbell, California. He punched the first victim in the face and even posed for a photo with the victim's cell phone. A week later, he attacked a second senior citizen. Police were able to identify Hustetler from the photo and arrested him without incident. He is now facing two counts of elder abuse.
Justin Cody Rackley
Justin Cody Rackley is a 30-year-old man who has pleaded not guilty to murder after a shooting at a house party that killed three people and injured two others. The shooting marked Sioux Falls' first triple homicide in more than 50 years. Police are still investigating the motive for the shooting.
Rebecca Grossman
Rebecca Grossman is a Southern California socialite who hit and killed two young brothers in a crosswalk over three years ago. Grossman was found guilty of all charges, including two felonies each for second-degree murder and gross vehicular manslaughter, as well as one felony for hit-and-run driving that resulted in death. She was sentenced to two terms ranging from 15 years to life within an additional three years for fleeing the scene of the fatal crash.
Relisha Rudd
Relisha Rudd is an eight-year-old girl who went missing from a DC shelter. Relisha was last seen on video entering a DC hotel room with the janitor, Khalil Tatum. Tatum's wife was found shot in the head the same day Relisha was reported missing. Tatum was later found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Relisha has not been found.
Elder Abuse
Elder abuse is a form of abuse that occurs when an older person is mistreated or neglected. It can take many forms, including physical abuse, emotional abuse, financial abuse, and neglect. Elder abuse is a serious problem that affects millions of older adults each year. It is important to be aware of the signs of elder abuse and to report any suspected cases to the authorities.
Triple Homicide
A triple homicide is a murder in which three people are killed. Triple homicides are relatively rare, but they can be very shocking and disturbing events. They often involve family members or close friends, and they can have a devastating impact on the community.
Hit-and-Run
A hit-and-run is a traffic accident in which a driver leaves the scene without providing assistance to the other parties involved. Hit-and-runs are illegal and can result in serious penalties, including jail time and fines. They can also have devastating consequences for the victims, who may be left with injuries or even death.
Missing Child
A missing child is a child who has disappeared from their home or another location. Missing children cases can be very stressful and upsetting for families and communities. Law enforcement agencies often work with volunteers and the public to search for missing children. There are many resources available to help families cope with the disappearance of a child.
Q&A
What happened to Nicholas Hustetler?
Nicholas Hustetler was arrested for attacking two elderly people in Campbell, California. He punched the first victim in the face and even posed for a photo with the victim's cell phone. A week later, he attacked a second senior citizen. He is now facing two counts of elder abuse.
What happened in the triple homicide in Sioux Falls, South Dakota?
Justin Cody Rackley, 30, has pleaded not guilty to murder after a shooting at a house party that killed three people and injured two others. The shooting marked Sioux Falls' first triple homicide in more than 50 years. Police are still investigating the motive for the shooting.
What happened to Rebecca Grossman?
Rebecca Grossman, a Southern California socialite, was found guilty of all charges, including two felonies each for second-degree murder and gross vehicular manslaughter, as well as one felony for hit-and-run driving that resulted in death. She was sentenced to two terms ranging from 15 years to life within an additional three years for fleeing the scene of the fatal crash.
What happened to Relisha Rudd?
Relisha Rudd, an eight-year-old girl, went missing from a DC shelter. She was last seen on video entering a DC hotel room with the janitor, Khalil Tatum. Tatum's wife was found shot in the head the same day Relisha was reported missing. Tatum was later found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Relisha has not been found.
Show Notes
Sucker puncher poses for victim's photo. Suspect leads wild chase, then casually asks for a cigarette.
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