As a former police officer and a long-time private investigator specializing in use-of-force and self-defense cases, I have witnessed firsthand how quickly these situations escalate. When violent incidents occur, arrests are made, and I am often called to investigate on behalf of the accused and their legal teams. My work is rooted in a staunch belief in the Second Amendment and the fundamental right to self-defense. Recently, a tragic incident occurred involving Austin Metcalf, a young white student who was fatally stabbed. Metcalf was known as a bright and dedicated student and a member of the football team. The altercation unfolded suddenly in the presence of his twin brother and several other white youths. Karmelo Anthony, an African-American young man, has admitted to the stabbing, claiming it was an act of self-defense. On the surface, his self-defense claim appears somewhat plausible. A critical question arises: Why would a young black man initiate a conflict with a group of w...

Thugs sought in CTA robbery Chicago, IL—A federal judge just obliterated a portion of Illinois law that previously barred people with concealed weapon licenses from carrying them on public transportation. Now, thugs targeting innocent men and women on the CTA might find themselves on the wrong end of a gun. The tables have turned, and criminals may soon be the ones ending up in black rubber body bags.     Back in the day, when the CTA had its own plainclothes police force, and later when Chicago cops did undercover work on the CTA, the bodies of these thugs routinely piled up at the Cook County Morgue. It looks like history is about to repeat itself.    There were so many justifiable shootings politicians ordered the cops to only wear their uniforms so the offenders were not caught off guard.    Politicians knew that allowing that enforcement tactic to continue would ignite perilous racial tensions.   Chicago’s subway predators are now in for some...

Los Angeles, CA— There is and has been a nasty siege of murder and violence on public transportation here in the City of Angels.  We have one party rule here that dictates law-enforcement policy.  Of course it is the left-wing, lunatic fringe with their very radical ideas.    In very recent years, people arrested for crimes are not put in jail pending court dispositions. Instead, they are simply cited and released on a promise to appear.  For most crimes, posting cash bail has ended.  Covid became an excuse to grant well beyond 100,000 convicts, early release from various prisons.  The impact from the insanity is obvious. people are dying as a direct result.    Criminals congregate On Subway cars and public buses, where unarmed, and vulnerable people must travel to pursue their livelihoods.  We learned that saturating public transportation with uniform officers is of little help.  The criminals sim...

Van Nuys, CA—LA County Superior Court Judge, Joseph A. Brandolino will most certainly be dealing with an unwelcome can of worms that may void the double murder conviction of Socialite, Rebecca Grossman.     She was recently convicted in the deaths of 11-year-old Mark Iskander and his 8-year-old brother, Jacob killed in a violent traffic accident.     Right now Grossman is still  awaiting sentencing.     The question of serious Jury Misconduct has come to my attention and some members of that jury have some explaining to do.    Since I specialize in criminal defense investigation and have 50 years experience, I know exactly where the bones are buried. This will certainly upset the apple cart and force a new trial.    What I can’t predict is, a second jury’s verdict. When Grossman wins a new trial she must be released on bail once again pending the new trial’s disposition. Grossman is due to appear in a Van Nuys courtroom on May 17 @8...

This case was prosecuted for purly political reasons!

That Racially Charged Chicago case is beginning this week with jury selection.  This is my take on this mess.

Phoenix, AZ-- A sad story I worked on two decades ago.  My investigation was funded by the Disney owned TV show called,  The Crusaders, Two tender aged twin boys with sadistic monsters for parents were victims of epic abuse and torture. One child vanishes after a severe beating and the other is cruelly beaten until a court takes him away for his own safety in Boise, ID where the parents relocated. The mother was finally arrested and convicted for felony child abuse against the surviving brother of that lad became my client.  The man who prosecuted Charleen showed me the heartbreaking photos of the surviving twins injuries as tears flowed down his cheeks. Today Walter hose is deceased and Charleen Hose is institutionalized for dementia. The boys's remains have never been located. Reporter Donna Rossi from KPHO i n Phoenix revisited this nightmare with Montana private investigator Michael Toth .

I West Hollywood, CA-- This Morning inhabits of this predominately Gay city woke up this morning seeing these Shoot Back posters everywhere.   The send a strong and solid message of resistance to the horror show we now call, T he Pulse Nightclub Massacre. Reaction of panicked local politicians was quick as they ordered city workers to immediately remove them.   The politicians told the media that the posters were way out of character for their residents and sent the “wrong” message.   Wow!   I must ask if they are they really that candyassed?   I know a lot of Gays, and yes they tend to be Liberal, but on the issue of self-defense they are divided.   There is a large pro-gunfights organization, The Pink Pistols that supports, protects and defends the simple words of the Second Amendment.   They have not lost their sense of self-preservation.   What I’m horrified about is these same gunrights hating Gays demand that first responders...

Andrea "Andy" DelVesco, UCLA coed Murder Victim Dimitry Gorim  represented  Alberto Medina     Steven Cron  represented  Eric Marques   Los Angeles, CA —This was the initial appearance bail hearing for the two men arrested for killing Andrea “Andy” DelVesco . It began with an announcement by the judge that there would be no photography, video or sketching in court.    Additionally that much of the evidence offered by the DA was privately discussed in judicial chambers and would be sealed. Both defendants had top gun, privately retained defense lawyers.   Dimitry Gorim represented Alberto Medina and Steven Cron represented Eric Marques .    Hiring these lawyers involves paying a very large retainer up front.   Only a partial story was revealed by the prosecutor and many more questions remained unanswered.   These are simply allegations rather than proof.   Words never uttered in this proce...

Los Angeles, CA —I took an early interest in the case because of my closeness to past and present UCLA students and alumni.  It was about 7:00 AM when LAFD emergency vehicles came screaming to the Scene midblock at 10900 Roebling adjacent to the UCLA Campus. It was a lucky break that some of the students there were awakened by screams and fellow residents were up trying to combat the fire with a fire extinguisher on the first floor, Eastern side of the complex.   That was the residence of UCLA Spanish and Psychology major, Andrea “Andy” DelVesco .     Andy was an active member of the Pi Beta Phi Sorority.   Some of the more observant kids present were able to tell the firemen that Andy was unaccounted for and they began an aggressive search.   They found Andy badly burned and beyond all medical aid.   Some 30 firefighters were able to contain the blaze within ten minutes. Thankfully no others suffered injuries considering this was early ...

I'm  Los Angeles, CA —Students will be sleeping easier tonight after police announced the arrests of two 22-year old Hispanic men for killing Andrea "Andy" DelVesco.   Alberto Madina and Eric Marquez are in custody at the Van Nuys Jail.   This is sure to be a “special circumstance” case meaning prosecutors can ask for the death Penalty.   Yet to be offered by police is the motive however the drug selling connection is sure to be playing a part in this investigation. the DelVesco girl and her two alleged killers showed promise as students of making great contributions to our world.  However now we have three young lives destroyed because of our insane Drug War.  How many more killings must we tolerate until we end this madness? We need to redirect our efforts to treat thoes addicted.