Crime Stories with Nancy Grace - TEEN STOPS DAD'S ASSAULT WITH A SOLID PUNCH| Crime Alert Recap Saturday 03.14.26

Episode Date: March 14, 2026

Breaking crime news as it happens throughout the day! Follow "Crime Alert Hourly Update" now on your favorite podcast app: https://link.chtbl.com/Crime_Alert Here's some of our top stories this week: An Alabama teen steps up when father allegedly tries to hurt a woman in their home.  A nurse's birthday surprise for his married mistress, turns into a bloodbath.  A nine-year-old Detroit student says a substitute teacher hit him and ordered other children to attack him inside a classroom on the city’s west side, leaving him injured and afraid to return to school. Missing NC teen found in car with 37‑year‑old man during traffic stop. Stay informed, stay safe, and stay ahead with "Crime Alert Hourly Update.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'm Jackie Howard, and Alabama teen steps up when his father allegedly tries to hurt a woman in their home. According to police reports, Daniel Hernandez-Lopez 32, and the victim had an argument. Hernandez-Lopez then tries to strangle the woman, but then his 13-year-old son intervenes. The man heads outside, lunging at the boy, swinging a bicycle, trying to hit him. The teen responds with several punches of his own, knocking Hernandez-Lopez out cold. Police are called and they find the suspect unconscious in the front yard. Hernandez-Lopez is arrested charged with domestic violence strangulation. The mugshot showing his bloody and swollen eyes, lips and face.

According to the sheriff's office, alcohol was involved. More crime and justice news after this. Getting ready for a game means being ready for anything. Like packing a spare stick. I like to be prepared. That's why I remember, 9-88, Canada's suicide crisis helpline. It's good to know, just in case. Anyone can call or text for free confidential support from a train responder anytime.

9-88 suicide crisis helpline is funded by the government in Canada. I'm Jennifer Gould. A twisted tale of extramarital lust and medical-grade butchery. has culminated in the arrest of a Highalia, Florida nurse, accused of the savage October 24 slang of his secret lover inside her husband's SUV. Renee Perez 38 allegedly transformed a Chevrolet Tahoe into a makeshift love nest for a belated birthday rendezvous before unleashing a frenzy of violence that left 35-year-old Linda Campitelli, a fellow nurse and mother of two, unrecognizable and pulverized.

Campitelli's mom, Edna Rousseau, spoke to WPTV after the arrest. He's where he belongs. Now we let the judicial system do its job. The scene discovered on the dark shoulder of Lions Road in Wellington was a vision of pure carnage. Campitelli's body was found lying in a massive pool of blood. Her skull fractured and ribs shattered from what investigators describe as blunt force trauma to her head and torso so severe that blood permeated the vehicle's rear speakers. Most hauntingly, the back portions of her black heels were, quote, completely worn down, disfigured and distorted, end quote, the result of her lifeless body being forcibly dragged behind the Tahoe,

until the pavement ground through her shoes and into her flesh. The setup for the slaughter was as calculated as it was grotesque. The day before the meeting, a hesitant Campitelli texted Perez, quote, I love you, I feel kind of weird. I don't know what to expect tomorrow. You've never done anything like this for me before, and I feel a little nervous, end quote.

Perez's response was a master class in deception, writing, quote, L.O.L. It's no big deal just trying to show you that I can be romantic, end quote. A photo recovered from the victim's phone, taken just minutes before the attack, showed the Tahoe's rear seats folded flat, and covered in ultra-sorb medical sheets, stolen from Perez's workplace. A celebratory blanket taped to the ceiling read, quote, Happy birthday, hope your birthday is out of this world. quote, a sentiment that turned into a death sentence. Campitelli, who'd been married to her doctor husband, John, since 2016,

had been leading a double life for two years, entangled in an affair that her husband was completely blind to. In fact, on the night she was slaughtered, she told him she was heading out for a girl's night, a girl's dinner. Despite Perez's claims of a canceled meeting and a lost phone, a 17-month investigation utilized DNA, cell phone data, and surveillance footage to dismantle his alibi. Perez was hauled into the Palm Beach County Jail, where he is now held without bond. The disgraced nurse faces the ultimate price for his depravity as prosecutors pursue first-degree

murder charges that carry the death penalty. He's due back in court on April 9th. The motive for the slaughter is a mystery. I'm Drew Nelson. A nine-year-old Detroit student says a substitute teacher hit him and ordered other students to attack him inside a classroom on the city's west side, leaving him injured and afraid to return to school. Cante Fleming is a fourth grader at Robert Burns Elementary Middle School. He says the incident happened Friday morning after the substitute teacher warned him to stay seated and off a computer. She said, if I get it one more time, she'll get the kids. the junk. Siente tells WXYZ the situation quickly escalated with the sub joining in.

Her kids just hurts and that's what hurt it. So that's what made me sad. And then the kids were choking me into my face was red. Mom Jashel Warfield says she did not learn about the incident until her son stepped off the school bus that afternoon. Mom, Sionte got hit today. Chanty got hit by a teacher. I say who? Warfield says another parent later confirmed what happened.

My old neighbor called me and her children just started there two weeks ago. And she said her children came home and told her mom, a little boy got punched by a teacher today and three kids was holding them and pinning them down. Warfield says the alleged attack left her son with a black eye, cuts to his face, and a concussion. She says the injuries are especially alarming because Sionte has a history of seizures. Officials with Detroit Public Schools Community Districts say the substitute teacher has been placed on administrative leave while the case is in. The district says the teacher cannot accept substitute assignments at any school during the investigation and that any findings will be referred to law enforcement. Cante has not returned to school since the incident. His mother says she is working to enroll him somewhere else while the investigation continues.

I'm Nicole Parton, a 16-year-old girl who had been reported missing in North Carolina was located during a traffic stop in Florida. This according to the Putnam County Sheriff's Office. According to a deputy, he observed a car speeding on South U.S. 17. While the car slowed down, the deputy decided to pull it over after determining it was exceeding the speed limit. Upon approaching the car, the deputy interacted with both the driver and the passenger who provided inconsistent information regarding her name, a date of birth, raising concerns for her safety. The driver identified as 37-year-old Joshua McGrath claimed the girl was his cousin. However, the passenger repeatedly gave different dates of birth and aliases, prompting the deputy to take precautionary measures. Once the girl was placed in the patrol car, the girl revealed her true identity, which led police to discover that she had been reported missing from North Carolina a month earlier.

The authorities contacted the girl's mother who confirmed that she had filed a missing person's report on February 16 and was unfamiliar with McGrath when questioned. about his relationship with the teen. McGrath altered his initial statement, now referring to her as his 16-year-old friend. Take a listen. Oh, sir, this is my little cousin. That's your cousin? 16? What's your name, young lady? Your name? Huh? Your name? Your name? Your name? My name is Brandy Lewis. The name and the information you gave me doesn't come back to you. Who's that young lady to you? That's my friend. That's your friend. My man, in Charlotte.

In Charlotte. How old. You're 37. And you're friends with a 16-year-old girl? Yeah, she gave me like three different names, three birthdays. So where were you guys headed to? Right now? Orlando.

Orlando. Yes, sir. What's in Orlando? I hope you're going to be some hard days. When asked why he was with a minor, McGrath claimed he believed the girl was 19. He further stated that he further stated that he was. was in Florida to participate in some gambling games. During a search of the car, deputies discovered 19 counterfeit $100 bills, synthetic marijuana and drug paraphernalia. The sheriff's office reported

that they coordinated with the Department of Children and Family Services to ensure the girl's safe custody and return to her mother. McGrath was arrested on several charges, including interference with child custody, possession of marijuana, possession of counterfeit currency, contributing to the delinquency of a minor and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was booked into the Putnam County Jail with a bond set at $9,000. The investigation remains ongoing, according to the Putnam County Sheriff's Office. In Kentucky, the state police are searching for a missing woman who has been missing since February. Officials say troopers received a missing person report on February 23 for a 50-year-old woman,

Teresa Reeves. According to investigators, Reeves was last season. on February 14 at Bezos Bar on South Horde Street in Grayson. Witnesses told authorities Rebes was wearing a pink shirt when she was last seen. Police say she does not have a cell phone or any personal belongings with her. Anyone with information about Reeb's whereabouts is asked to contact the Kentucky State Police or immediately dial 911. And for the latest crime and justice news, follow Crime Alert to hourly update on your

favorite podcasting app. With this crime alert, I'm Nicole Parton.