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Francis Clifford Smith was America's oldest death row inmate. Credit: Connecticut Department of Correction

3 min(s) read

America’s oldest inmate dies aged 101 after guards turned blind eye to bizarre prison habit during 70 years behind bars

The US's longest-serving prisoner and death row inmate passed away earlier this year, after over 70 years behind bars.

Joshua Nair, Writer at VT

10 hours ago

Jordan Pensak.

3 min(s) read

Prison guard's X-rated texts with inmate revealed including pregnancy scare messages

Jordan Pensak, 27, a married guard at Fort Dix prison, faces 15 years after 100+ explicit texts with an inmate were seized. She said 'they can't prove nothing.'

Tom Wood, Head of Editorial at VT

13 days ago

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 26: A group of Power Rangers cosplayers pose during Day 4 of 2026 Comic-Con International on July 26, 2026 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Daniel Knighton/Getty Images)

2 min(s) read

Former Power Rangers extra tried to cut off own penis while in prison amid death sentence for double murder

In a bizarre and gruesome escalation to a high-profile Southern California murder case, jail officials confirmed that a former child actor awaiting trial for a...

Michelle Hambiliki, Deputy Editor at VT

19 days ago

3 min(s) read

Inside notorious Miami prison where Andrew Tate is being held – prisoners in 'inhumane' conditions have posted 'HELP' signs on windows

Controversial influencer Andrew Tate is being held inside one of America's most notorious federal detention centres.

20 days ago

Christa Pike

4 min(s) read

Execution date for death row inmate set to become first woman killed by US state in 200 years is now only weeks away

The execution date for the death row inmate set to become the first woman killed by a US state in 200 years has been revealed.

Asiya Ali, Writer at VT

27 days ago

Robert Brandon Keller was sentenced to life behind bars after murdering a man in a carjacking. Credit: YouTube/WTOC

3 min(s) read

Man who gouged his own eyes out and claimed he was a 'divine being' gets life in prison for murder

A Georgia man who was sentenced to life in prison has gouged both of his own eyes out and claimed that he was a "divine being".

Joshua Nair, Writer at VT

2 months ago

prison

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Eight Idaho death row inmates facing new $1.2 million execution method described as 'prolonged and agonizing'

Eight death row inmates in Idaho could become the first people to face a horrific new $1.

Asiya Ali, Writer at VT

2 months ago

3 min(s) read

Death row inmate's unusual final request prompted Florida to permanently change last meal policy

The first prison inmate to be executed after Florida reinstated the death penalty in 1979 was granted one forbidden luxury.

2 months ago

Dusty Ray Spencer

2 min(s) read

Death row killer's final meal before becoming oldest person executed in Florida's modern history

A 74-year-old Florida death row inmate has become the oldest person executed in the state's modern history after being put to death for the 1992 murder of his...

Michelle Hambiliki, Deputy Editor at VT

2 months ago

Karmelo Anthony

4 min(s) read

Psychologist shares five-words Karmelo Anthony said before fatal stabbing which proved crucial to his murder conviction

A psychologist has explained why five words allegedly spoken by Karmelo Anthony moments before fatally stabbing Texas teenager Austin Metcalf became a key part...

Asiya Ali, Writer at VT

2 months ago

Janice Nix has been handed a lengthy prison sentence. Credit: Met Police

5 min(s) read

Woman jailed after killing 5-year-old stepdaughter by forcing her into boiling hot bath despite child's 'piercing screams'

Janice Nix has been sentenced following the death of her step-daughter around 50 years ago.

Joshua Nair, Writer at VT

2 months ago

Texan prisoner Jeremy Busby has spoken about some of his regrets in life after being sentenced to 75 years behind bars. Credit: Jeremy Busby

5 min(s) read

Prisoner reveals his biggest regret before life behind bars

An American inmate has opened up on some of the thoughts he's had on his own life after being arrested and convicted.

Joshua Nair, Writer at VT

2 months ago

Mackenzie Shirilla

2 min(s) read

Mackenzie Shirilla has just landed a new job in prison after telling mom she was 'bored'

More has been revealed about Mackenzie Shirilla's life behind bars after the convicted murderer reportedly landed a new prison job.

Charlotte Azoulay, VT

2 months ago

Tiana Krasniqi

4 min(s) read

Woman who married man on death row speaks out about watching his execution

A woman from southeast London has opened up about the traumatic experience of watching her husband be executed just weeks after the pair married inside a...

Michelle Hambiliki, Deputy Editor at VT

2 months ago

The Mackenzie Shirilla documentary has captured the attention of Netflix viewers. Credit: Netflix

3 min(s) read

Mackenzie Shirilla 'makes admission to prison inmates' about boyfriend after he was killed in 100mph crash

A former inmate has made a shocking admission about Mackenzie Shirilla's alleged claims to other prisoners.

Joshua Nair, Writer at VT

3 months ago

Tommy Thompson

4 min(s) read

Jailed man fined $1,000 every day because he refused to reveal location of $2,000,000 treasure is finally freed

A man who was fined $1,000 a day for refusing to reveal the location of a $2 million treasure has finally been released from prison.

Asiya Ali, Writer at VT

3 months ago

3 min(s) read

Director of world’s most dangerous prison reveals chilling reason the lights are never turned off

The director of the world’s most dangerous prison reveals the haunting reason why the lights are never turned off.

Asiya Ali, Writer at VT

3 months ago

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Betty Broderick

3 min(s) read

Convicted killer who murdered ex-husband and his wife dies aged 78

Betty Broderick died in prison at the age of 78 while serving a life sentence for killing her ex-husband and his new wife.

Asiya Ali, Writer at VT

3 months ago

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