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more about #philipmarkoff Catabolic: Completely off topic, but... I just can't let it slide. "Along with the message, he sent his picture, which the tranny verified" "Tranny"? Maureen ... more » boxspelunker: THIS IS WHY I TELL MY FRIENDS NOT TO TAG ME IN PHOTOS. Take note, boxy friends. Stop tagging me, unless I say it's all right. We have had this disc... more » clevernamehere: I'm somewhat cagey with personal info on the Internet. I don't ever mention my actual job, past jobs or what neighborhood I live, I stick to broad ge... more » Penny: Speaking of Craigslist, I read the Wired story over the weekend and it's really interesting.... more » morninggloria: I have a cousin who lives on one of the coasts who I saw this weekend. She knew, from Jezebel posts and my personal blog, exactly who I was, without ... more » sequined: So basically, this is saying I shouldn't tell such awkward personal stories here on Jezebel anymore. Is that the moral of this story? more » kapoosta: I know I should mainly sympathize with Julissa Brisman and her family, but my first thought was, "I feel so bad for his fiance." Then I felt guilty fo... more » The Queen of No: My younger sister married her boyfriend of 1 month, 2 months ago. He broke his parole (robbery) by breaking into someone's house and burgling them. He... more » Maulleigh: Cuz he probably wasn't a psychopath with her! I mean, if my boyfriend/dad/best friend were charged with murder I wouldn't believe it either! more » taranwanderer: Loss aversion = "facing a huge loss-the end of her dreams, symbolized by her canceled summer wedding plans." ???? Are you fucking kidding me? Fuck you... more » HillGirl: Well, for starters he hasn't exactly been convicted of anything yet. There is nothing wrong with believing that someone you love would be innocent. I... more » J.D.Regent: However, it was pretty dumb of her to send those emails out to press and especially to refer to him as "beautiful inside and out." That's just asking... more » Maggita: If she didn't stand by him Newsweek would be illustrating how unfaithful women are and it's that X chromosome screwing with our tiny lady brains. Fol... more » Flackette Goes Retro: more » missteenwordpower: Honestly, the evidence of my experience of a relationship over the course of several years probably WOULD take precedence over accusations occurring o... more » Flackette Goes Retro: And did she really stick by him for "so long"? This thing has only been out in the air for a week or two. It takes a while to realize everything you k... more » Slumdog_Mamabear: When I was a Jr. in high school my (seemingly) sweet, kind, older boyfriend was convicted of mail fraud. He didn't hurt anyone physically. I found o... more » Jello Mix: Excuse me. There is a desk over here that is dying to meet my forehead. more » happysquid: Now i have this stuck in my head ... She has great hair more » Sputnik_Sweetheart: Or maybe she is love with him and that is something that is hard to turn on and off? I agree that the emails she sent accusing the police of miscondu... more » -
#cybersleuthing
Craigslist Killer Case Proves The Internet Isn't Really Anonymous
In the new Vanity Fair Maureen Orth reports on the role the internet played in the crimes committed by alleged "Craigslist Killer" Philip Markoff, and his capture. Like most of us, he didn't realize how little privacy people have online. More » -
#crimepunishment
Suspected "Craigslist Killer" Philip Markoff Indicted
A grand jury has indicted Philip Markoff on charges of first-degree murder and attempted robbery for the shooting death of Julissa Brisman, and for the armed robbery of another woman. He will be arraigned later today. [Daily News] -
#psychobabble
Newsweek "Explains" Why Women Stand By Their Men
In an article inspired by Megan McAllister, fiancee of the accused "Craigslist Killer," Newsweek lists the psychological reasons at work when "a woman makes the seemingly irrational decision to stand by her man." More » -
#lawdisorder
After Visiting Markoff In Jail, McAllister Says Wedding Is Off
Yesterday, Megan McAllister visited fiance Philip Markoff in jail. Her lawyer says that though she still believes he's innocent, "She's going to begin to look at her life and move on." [MSNBC, Newser] -
#lawdisorder
McAllister Stands By Markoff As Allegations That He Solicited Men Emerge
Philip Markoff's fiancĂ©e has issued another statement of support as police uncover evidence linking him to a Rhode Island robbery and a Boston man, who claims Markoff contacted him for sex on Craigslist. More » -
#lawdisorder
More Charges For Accused "Craigslist Killer"
Philip Markoff will be charged later this week with the robbery of a stripper who was held at gunpoint in a Rhode Island motel. Police say Markoff's fingerprints were found at the scene. [CBS News] -
#lawanddisorder
The "Craigslist Killer": A Story Told In Many Voices
Each day, more information is filtering out regarding Philip Markoff, the 22-year-old medical student accused of being "the Craigslist killer." Most of that information, good and bad, is coming from those who knew Markoff personally. More » -
#lawdisorder
'Craigslist Killer' Philip Markoff Tries To Hang Himself In Jail
More developments in the Craigslist Killer case this morning. Police say suspect Philip Markoff's gun and fingerprints link him to the crimes, and yesterday, he apparently tried to hang himself with his shoelaces. More » -
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#leftovers
Yoga Granny Strikes A Pose • Michelle: Bo Is Doggone "Crazy"
• This amazing (and stylish) Australian "supergran" is 83 years old and is still working as a yoga instructor. She teaches up to 11 classes a week. • More » -
#lawdisorder
Cops: Craigslist Killer Robbed To Fund Fiancée's "Lavish Lifestyle"
In a search of accused killer Philip Markoff's apartment, police found the victims' underwear and a handgun. Now reports suggest his motive was paying off gambling debts he ran up financing his fiancĂ©e's "lavish lifetyle." More » -
#craigslistkiller
It Gets Worse
"Philip Markoff, the accused murderer now known as the 'Craigslist Killer,' appeared to be collecting women's panties, which investigators believe were 'souvenirs' from his alleged victims". [ABC News] -
#lawdisorder
Alleged Craigslist Killer "Just Wasn't Right In The Head"
Conflicting pictures of Philip Markoff, the so-called Craigslist killer, have started to appear as reporters talk to anyone - and everyone - who ever knew Markoff. More » -
#lawdisorder
Fiancée Of Accused Craigslist Killer Says He's Innocent
Yesterday, Boston police arrested a 22-year-old medical student accused of fatally shooting a woman who advertised on Craigslist. His fiancĂ©e insists, "he could not hurt a fly." More »
