Crime Stories with Nancy Grace - Family Keeps Up Fight for Second Autopsy in Death of Irish Woman Found on U.S. Yacht | Crime Alert 6AM 09.30.2025

Episode Date: September 30, 2025

The loved ones of 33-year-old Martha Nolan-O’Slatarra — originally from Carlow, Ireland — are calling for an independent autopsy after her body was discovered aboard a boat docked at the Montauk Yacht Club in East Hampton, New York, on August 5th. The family says they hope a second post-mortem exam will shed more light on what led to the young woman’s sudden and tragic death.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crime alert, I'm Nancy Grace, breaking crime news now. Fashion designer Martha Nolan Ossatteras, COD, cause of death. Overdose. But wait a minute. The investigation is not over yet. Her family's not buying it. And they're calling for a second autopsy. What about it, John Lemley?

Nancy authorities on Long Island are investigating the mysterious death of New York fashion designer Martha Nolan, an Irish native whose body was discovered aboard a 54-foot yacht in Montauk on August 5th. Police say Nolan, founder of a boutique clothing line, was found unresponsive around midnight at the Montauk Yacht Club. Bystanders attempted CPR, but first responders pronounced her dead at the scene. An autopsy conducted the next day revealed no signs of violence. Suffolk County officials say the final cause of death is pending for their investigation. with toxicology results still outstanding. A second autopsy may also be conducted at the request of her family before her remains

are returned to Ireland. Homicide detectives have met with Nolan's relatives represented by attorney Arthur Idala. He disputes speculation that a drug overdose was involved and says the family is waiting for a full accounting from investigators. Police confirm they are conducting a broad inquiry, including what the they call a technological analysis of Nolan's communications. Retired NYPD Sergeant Joseph Jackalone told our friends with CBS News that while no evidence of foul play has been reported, every unexplained death should be treated as suspicious until toxicology and other reports are

complete. The yacht's owner described as both a business associate and significantly older than Nolan, reportedly alerted nearby boaters to call 911. Authorities have not identified him as a suspect. Martha Nolan was 44 and in the midst of a divorce at the time of her death. Thanks, John. For the latest, crime and justice news, go to crimeonline.com, and please join us for our daily podcast, crime stories. More crime and justice news after this.

Now with the latest crime and justice breaking news, crime online's John Limley. We turn now to Texas, where law enforcement in Cleveland near Houston is investigating a fatal shooting at a local bar. Police report that a lone suspect entered Alas Locas, a casual sports bar and restaurant, and after conversing for around an hour, exited only to return with a weapon. He opened fire on patrons sitting on the patio, critically injuring six people. One man was pronounced dead at the scene while two others were airlifted to area hospitals. Investigators believe the suspect acted alone.

He reportedly fled in a white van, distinguished by a long scratch along one side. The case remains under active investigation. A Washington, D.C. shooting has left another city reeling and prompted renewed focus on public safety. Two 17-year-olds, Kelvin Thomas Jr. and Jalen Lucas have been arrested and are now charged as adults in connection with the fatal shooting of Eric Tarpinian Yakim, a 21-year-old congressional intern from Massachusetts. The incident occurred June 30th near Mount Vernon Square. Tarpinian Yakim was struck by four stray bullets and died at the scene. A 16-year-old boy and a woman were also

wounded in the exchange. The victim had been interning for Representative Ron Estes and was set to begin his senior year at UMass Amherst. His death prompted a moment. of silence in the House of Representatives and attention from the White House, where it was cited in discussions about bolstering law enforcement. City and federal officials are calling for a renewed dialogue on juvenile crime and public safety in the Capitol. New in Tennessee at this hour, a judge has ruled the case against Austin Robert Drummond, accused of killing four family members and kidnapping a baby, may proceed to a grand jury. Drummond, who pleaded guilty, faces charges including first-degree murder and aggravated kidnapping. FBI testimony

confirmed cell phone data placed him near the wooded area where four victims, James M. Wilson, Adriana Williams, Brayden Williams, and Courtney Rose were found shot under tarps. Five others are charged as accessories. The abandoned infant was found safe. Emotional reactions in court underscored public interest, and a gag order was issued after Drummond spoke to media from jail. Prosecutors may seek the death penalty if he is convicted. Finally, in South Carolina, a shooting is prompting renewed calls for hate crime legislation in the state. A black man identified as Jarvis McKenzie was shot at while waiting to go to work. Authorities have characterized the incident as racially motivated. McKenzie is now advocating for stronger hate crime

protections, noting that his state is only one of two without such statutes on the book. In response, Sheriff Leon Lott and Governor Henry McMaster have publicly discussed the incident and the state's legislative options. McKenzie's advocacy reflects a growing concern over ensuring legal protections against bias-motivated violence. Thanks, John. For the latest, Crime Injustice News, go to crimeonline.com, and please join us for our daily podcast crime stories where we do our best to find missing people, especially children, and solve unsolved homicides. With this crime alert, I'm Nancy Grace. This is an I-Heart

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