Crime Alert Recap Saturday 06.20.26

LIFE CUT SHORT: PENN STATE CO-ED, 22, GUNNED DOWN OUTSIDE HOME BY RUTHLESS "PHONE PIRATES"

Billy Schmidt, a 22-year-old Penn State student, ambushed as he headed home from a local bar after watching the NBA finals. Two individuals allegedly stole his phone, Surveillance footage shows Schmidt confronting the men, saying, “Give me back my phone.”  One of the men shot him in the chest, killing him.   The shooting occurred around 1:30 a.m. on Durfor Street, just steps from Schmidt’s home. Witnesses and video footage indicate that Schmidt pursued the suspects after the theft. One suspect threw the phone, while another turned and fired the fatal shot. Schmidt was rushed to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center but was pronounced dead shortly after.    Authorities recovered the phone and a single spent shell casing from the scene. Surveillance footage from neighbors has been collected to help identify the suspects. As of now, no arrests have been made.  Joining Nancy Grace today:  * Anna Schmidt - Sister   * Bill Schmidt - Father * Matt Mangino  - Attorney, Former District Attorney (Lawrence County), Author: "The Executioner's Toll: The Crimes, Arrests, Trials, Appeals, Last Meals, Final Words and Executions of 46 Persons in the United States" * Dr. Geri Lynn Utter  -  Clinical Psychologist specializing in psychological evaluations and risk assessments for individuals involved in the criminal justice system, Author of “Mainlining Philly: Survival, Hope and Resisting Drug Addiction,”  “Aftershock: How Past Events Shake Up Your Life Today,” Producer of “Utter Nonsense,” a documentary of exploration of addiction and severe mental illness, available on Apple TV and Prime Video, website:drgerilynnutter.com, Instagram & Facebook: DrGeriLynnUtter  * Joseph Giacalone - NY/PA - fmr. NYPD Sergeant SDS, Author: “The Cold Case Handbook,”  “The Criminal Investigative Function: A Guide for New Investigators 4th Edition” Podcast host of "True Crime with the Sarge", YouTube: Joseph Giacalone, Twitter: @JoeGiacalone,www.josephGiacalone.com  * Thomas Coyne   - Medical Examiner, University of Florida,  District Eight Medical Examiner, State of Florida, toxicologist, forensic pathologist and neuropathologist  * Dave Mack - Investigative Reporter, 'Crime Stories' See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Roommate's Appearance at Tyler Robinson Preliminary Hearing NOT Required | Crime Alert 06.23.26

Judge Graf rules a recorded statement from Tyler Robinson's former roommate will suffice at preliminary hearing next month. AG Blanche suggests investigators believe the at-large Kansas City shooter is dead. 12-year-old gunned down in Nashville as brawl erupts in the street. Sydney Silvagni reports.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

NANCY GUTHRIE SEARCH: THE GOOD, BAD, & UGLY, HAUNTING NEW CLUE

The active search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie moves into Nogales, Sonora,  Mexico. Authorities and volunteer organizations have conducted multiple searches in remote areas roughly after receiving tips.  The group, Buscando Corazones de Nogales Sonora,  announced it received a phone call on May 10, Mother’s Day, that Guthrie was buried in an unmarked shallow grave near Nogales.  Up to 15 volunteers took part in the search Guthrie with no recovery. A second search too place a little more than four miles from the border. The nonprofit plans more searches.  Authorities continue to process over 30,000 tips and analyze evidence. Joining Nancy Grace today:  * Dr. Janie Lacy  - Licensed Psychotherapist and CEO of Life Counseling Solutions, Author of "How To Heal From A Toxic Relationship: A Guide To Reclaiming Your Mental Health and Happiness", Host of "Let's Talk About It with Janie Lacy” Podcast on YouTube, janielacy.com, Instagram & Facebook: @JanieLacy  * Brian Fitzgibbons  - Director of Operations for USPA Nationwide Security,  website: www.uspasecurity.com [http://www.uspasecurity.com/], Instagram: @uspa_nationwide_security,  * Joseph Scott Morgan  - Professor of Forensics: Jacksonville State University, Author, "Blood Beneath My Feet", Host: "Body Bags with Joseph Scott Morgan", Instagram @JoScottForensic, YT Channel- Body Bags with Joseph Scott Morgan * Dave Mack  - Investigative Reporter, 'Crime Stories' * Howard Blum  - Author and Investigative Journalist -   'Inside the Search for Nancy Guthrie.' Author: "When The Night Comes Falling, A Requiem for The Idaho Student Murders,"  website: HowardBlum.com, Instagram: howard_blum_author , Twitter/X: howardblum  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Second Arrest in Toledo Festival Shooting that Injured 12 | Crime Alert 06.22.26

A second suspect in a Toledo shootout awaiting extradition from Columbus. Two arrested in 'jealousy fueled' shooting of Tennessee college basketball star. Father strangles, threatens to kill infant's mother, then takes off with the baby sans car seat. Sydney Silvagni reports.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

DIDDY'S NEW RELEASE DATE

A jury finds Sean "Diddy" Combs guilty of two counts relating to transporting individuals for prostitution, but the rap mogul is acquitted of the more serious charges of sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy.   After the verdict, Combs' attorneys ask for bail. He doesn't get it, instead getting a 50-month prison sentence. Now  Combs is scheduled to be released from federal prison on February 23, 2028.This date has been adjusted or changed at least four times.   * Original date: June 4, 2028 * First change: April 25, 2028 * Second change: April 15, 2028 * Current date: February 23, 2028 [1 [https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2026/06/16/sean-combs-diddy-prison-release-date-moved-up/90569019007/], 2 [https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/articles/sean-diddy-combs-prison-release-092141552.html], 3 [https://ktla.com/news/sean-diddy-combs-release-date-moved-up-federal-records-show-2/], 4 [https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/celebrity/articles/sean-combs-prison-release-date-172440358.html], 5 [https://www.facebook.com/enews/posts/sean-diddy-combs-prison-release-date-was-moved-up-for-a-fourth-time-with-the-rap/1388700329796600/]]  Release dates are determined by the Bureau of Prisons considering credits for good conduct time, participation in rehabilitation programs, and time served. Joining Nancy Grace today: * Philip Dubé  - Court-Appointed Counsel, Los Angeles County Public Defenders: Criminal & Constitutional Law; Forensics & Mental Health Advocacy * Dr. Cheryl Arutt [http://askdrcheryl.com] - Licensed Clinical and Forensic Psychologist (specializing in trauma recovery, PTSD and EMDR); Website: CreativeEMDR.com, IG: @askdrcheryl * Robert Crispin [http://CrispinInvestigations.com] - Private Investigator at “Crispin Special Investigations," Former Federal Task Force Officer for the United States Department of Justice (DEA and Miami Field Division), and Former Homicide and Crimes Against Children Investigator; Facebook: Crispin Special Investigations Inc. * Rob Shuter [http://robshuter.substack.com] - Host: Naughty But Nice Podcast and Former Publicist of Sean Combs; IG: @naughtygossip * Lynn Shaw [http://lynnswarrior.org] - Founder and Executive Director of Lynn's Warriors - an organization committed to ending human trafficking and sexual exploitation,  Host of Lynn's Warriors on YouTube;  X: @lynns_warriors, YouTube: @LynnsWarriors, * Tisa Tells - Pop Culture Investigator & Commentator and Host of 'Tisa Tells' on YouTube; YouTube: @TisaTells, Instagram & TikTok: @TisaTellss * Lauren Conlin [http://www.popcrime.tv] - Podcaster/Reporter/Host- Co-Host of "PopCrimeTV" on YouTube; Website: primetimecrimeshow.com, X- @Conlin_Lauren, Instagram: @LaurenEmilyConlin, YouTube: @PopCrimeTV * Sydney Sumner - CRIME STORIES  Investigative Reporter See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.