Ronald Simmons

December 22, 1987 in Dover, Arkansas... 46 year old Ronald Simmons woke up 3 days before Christmas with a plan to kill his family. He stabbed and shot his 47 year old wife, Rebecca. He then turned his .22 caliber pistol on his 29 year old son, Gene. Lastly, he strangled his 3 year old … Continue reading Ronald Simmons →

Byron Smith

Thanksgiving Day 2012 in Little Falls, Minnesota... 64 year old Byron Smith had been the victim of several home invasions in the latter part of 2012. Finally, he had enough. He installed a security system and took to carrying a loaded gun with him around the house at all times. In earlier burglaries, thieves had … Continue reading Byron Smith →

Paul Merhige

November 26, 2009 in Jupiter, Florida... Jim and Muriel Sitton were hosting Thanksgiving festivities at their home. It was a large gathering. 17 people filled their home with conversation as they ate a traditional Thanksgiving meal. One guest had shown up unexpectedly. 35 year old Paul Merhige, a cousin, called his mother, Carole, after getting … Continue reading Paul Merhige →

Michelina Lewandowska

May 2011 in Huddersfield, England... 27 year old Michelina Lewandowska was preparing for a shopping trip with her on-again, off-again boyfriend, 27 year old Marcin Kasprzak. The couple had been engaged, but had broken it off. Michelina decided to wear her engagement ring that day. It would be a decision that would save her life. … Continue reading Michelina Lewandowska →