Lawrence Lease
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Alaska born and bred, Washington DC is my home. I'm also a freelance writer. Love politics and history.
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New Surveillance Footage and Prison Leak Renew Questions in the Bryan Kohberger Case
The case against Bryan Kohberger, the man who admitted to killing four University of Idaho students in November 2022, continues to evolve—even after his guilty plea. Recent developments have revealed previously unseen surveillance footage and sparked a separate investigation into a leaked video from inside an Idaho prison. Together, these updates shed new light on both the night of the murders and the challenges facing investigators, corrections staff, and the community in the aftermath.
By Lawrence Lease4 months ago in Criminal
Murder Inside ADX Florence: The “Alcatraz of the Rockies"
On April 21, 2005, at America’s most secure federal prison—ADX Florence in Colorado—guards made a shocking discovery. Inside the recreation yard of the so-called “Alcatraz of the Rockies,” an inmate was found bloodied, motionless, and near death.
By Lawrence Lease4 months ago in Criminal
The Knock That Wouldn't Go Away
The knock came at 11:47 p.m. Three sharp raps, quick and certain, like whoever was on the other side already knew I’d been awake, already knew I’d been listening to the quiet. I froze. The house had been utterly still until then, the kind of stillness that seeps into your bones, broken only by the hum of the refrigerator in the kitchen and the occasional groan of wood settling in the cold. I hadn’t expected anyone—hadn’t wanted anyone.
By Lawrence Lease5 months ago in Fiction
The Future of Free Speech in a Post-Charlie Kirk World
Here’s the uncomfortable truth: the future of free speech in America just got harder. The assassination of Charlie Kirk during a campus event in Orem, Utah, didn’t only take a life—it detonated a debate we’ve been dancing around for years: how far we go to protect speech when the speech is polarizing, and how quickly we abandon those principles when the speaker is someone we can’t stand. In the days since, Congress passed a bipartisan resolution honoring Kirk and condemning political violence, while leaders across the spectrum issued statements about civil discourse and campus safety. Those gestures matter—but what comes next will matter more.
By Lawrence Lease5 months ago in The Swamp
Wrestlepalooza Predictions: Predicting Every Win, Loss & Surprise
Wrestlepalooza is only days away, and excitement is building. Scheduled for Saturday, this event is shaping up to be one of WWE’s biggest spectacles of the year. Fightful Select has even reported that the company hopes Wrestlepalooza can serve as a “WrestleMania surrogate” in years when the flagship event is held overseas, like it will in 2027.
By Lawrence Lease5 months ago in Geeks
Breaking Down the Charlie Kirk Shooting: DNA Evidence, Digital Trails, and Unanswered Questions
The story of Charlie Kirk’s shooting in Utah has moved fast — sometimes too fast for the public to keep up. In just a matter of days, what began as chaos at Utah Valley University has shifted into a case with DNA links, alleged digital confessions, and a suspect whose politics and personal life are under the microscope.
By Lawrence Lease5 months ago in Criminal
15 Things to Know About Charlie Kirk
In the landscape of American politics, few figures have stirred as much fervent support — or bitter controversy — as Charlie Kirk. Rising to prominence in his late teens, Kirk built an empire without a college degree, founding Turning Point USA and transforming it into one of the most influential conservative youth organizations in the country. With a mix of social media savvy, bold rhetoric, and unshakable loyalty to Donald Trump, he carved out a space where Gen Z and Millennial conservatives could rally against what they saw as the liberal stronghold on America’s institutions.
By Lawrence Lease5 months ago in The Swamp
15 Things to Know About Charlie Kirk’s Murder
On September 10, 2025, political discourse in America took a dark and deadly turn. Charlie Kirk, the outspoken conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA, was shot and killed during a live event at Utah Valley University. The news sent shockwaves across the country, igniting a firestorm of debate over political violence, security, and the growing dangers of hyper-partisan rhetoric in America. As authorities continue their investigation and the nation processes the enormity of the moment, here are 15 key facts and insights that paint a clearer picture of what happened—and why it matters.
By Lawrence Lease5 months ago in Criminal
Inside the Mind of Bryan Kohberger: What His Research Papers Reveal
When investigators entered Bryan Kohberger’s apartment near Washington State University after his arrest, they didn’t just find the usual evidence police seek out in a homicide case—clothing, electronics, or DNA swabs. They also cataloged something far stranger: stacks of research papers, quizzes, and essays from his criminology PhD program.
By Lawrence Lease5 months ago in Criminal
Florida UPS Truck Hijacking, Deadly Shootout, and the Arrest of Four Police Officers
The case of the Miramar UPS truck hijacking in Florida remains one of the most shocking and unusual law enforcement incidents in recent memory. On December 5, 2019, what began as an armed jewelry store robbery quickly spiraled into a hostage situation, a police chase, and a chaotic shootout at a busy intersection just outside Fort Lauderdale. The outcome left two innocent men dead and, years later, four police officers facing manslaughter charges. It is a story that forces us to question the boundaries of police accountability, the limits of acceptable force, and the balance between public safety and reckless action.
By Lawrence Lease5 months ago in Criminal
Is Luigi Magione Inspiring Other Shootings
Federal prosecutors in New York City are pursuing an extraordinary strategy in the case of Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing a United Healthcare CEO. Rather than framing the crime as a singular act of violence, the government is attempting to expand its significance—arguing that Mangione’s actions were ideological, symbolic, and deliberately designed to inspire others. The latest court filings even attempt to tie Mangione’s alleged influence to unrelated acts of violence, raising questions not only about his guilt but also about whether he should face the death penalty.
By Lawrence Lease5 months ago in Criminal
