Crime Talk with Scott Reisch

On today's Crime Talk, criminal defense attorney Scott Reisch breaks down the first-degree murder conviction of Naresh Bhatt, whose wife Mamta Kafle Bhatt disappeared in 2024 and whose remains have never been recovered.
Scott examines how prosecutors secured a conviction without a body and whether Bhatt's decision to testify hurt his defense.
Also in this episode: Thomas Markle's return to federal custody, Caleb Flynn's life insurance dispute, computer-analyzed DNA evidence in Ohio, former NFL coach Rex Ryan's hit-and-run charges, Ryan Hanafin's murder case, and the opening of the Lacy Boles trial.
Plus, This Day in Legal History, the Legal Quote of the Day, and our Dumb Criminal of the Day.

Scott Reisch called it! Lindsay Clancy's defense has suffered another major legal setback after Judge William Sullivan denied her motion to dismiss the murder charges in the deaths of her three children.
As Scott predicted in his previous legal analysis, the judge rejected the defense's double jeopardy argument and its efforts to investigate the holdout juror from Clancy's first trial, which ended in an 11–1 deadlock.
Now, with the murder charges still pending, Lindsay Clancy could be facing another trial. Scott breaks down the ruling, explains why the defense's arguments failed, and discusses what could happen next.
ALSO ON TODAY'S CRIME TALK:
Alex Murdaugh — Prosecutors deny allegations involving false or misleading evidence as a new documentary controversy emerges ahead of his retrial.
Karen Read — The Massachusetts State Police agree to a $100,000 settlement, but her civil litigation is far from over.
Elizabeth Siders — The Ohio mother of 16 children accused in the "House of Horrors" case is declared competent to stand trial and is reportedly pregnant again.
Lynn Poschner — An Iowa judge is arrested on felony charges stemming from a fatal crash just one day after voters approved retaining her.
Cynthia Morrow — An unlicensed Georgia midwife is convicted following dangerous home births and allegations of serious medical misconduct.
Plus, Today in Legal History, the Legal Quote of the Day, and our Dumb Criminal of the Day!
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NEW DISTURBING DETAILS are emerging in the federal investigation involving Thomas Markle Sr., the estranged father of Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex.
What began with allegations involving material discovered in the Philippines has developed into an investigation spanning the United States, Mexico, and the Philippines.
Federal investigators recovered approximately 78 items containing suspected child sexual abuse material from two California storage units connected to Markle. Meanwhile, Philippine authorities report examining approximately 7,500 photographs and additional digital evidence, while Mexican investigators have searched a separate storage facility.
But how are these discoveries connected? Who owned the materials? And what will prosecutors need to prove in federal court?
Criminal defense attorney R. Scott Reisch breaks down the latest developments, the evidence, and the legal challenges ahead. Markle has denied wrongdoing and remains presumed innocent. He currently faces one federal possession charge in the United States.
ALSO TODAY ON CRIME TALK:
Russell Brand Sentenced to Prison — The British actor and comedian receives a sentence of 10 years and six months following his conviction for rape and sexual assault.
Former NYPD Officer Charged in Jogger's Murder — Sayed Mohassib faces murder charges in the death of 28-year-old Katie Suarez in Brooklyn.
Judge Rejects Murder Plea Deal — A Florida judge refuses to accept a negotiated 30-year prison sentence in the Ernest Roberts murder case. Can a judge reject an agreement reached by both sides?
Matthew Farwell Trial — The jury considers the federal charges involving the death of Sandra Birchmore.
Fargo Kidnapping Case — Two people face criminal charges after police discover a woman allegedly held captive and chained to a bed.
Plus, Legal History, our Legal Quote of the Day, and the Dumb Criminal of the Day!
Crime Talk with criminal defense attorney R. Scott Reisch brings you legal analysis, breaking crime news, and courtroom coverage.
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In today's Crime Talk, Scott Reisch discusses the FBI arrest of Thomas Markle Sr. and the federal allegations outlined by prosecutors. The episode also examines the Matthew Farwell murder trial, California Governor Gavin Newsom's move to commute 548 death sentences, Russell Brand's criminal conviction, the Cooper Ouellette manslaughter case, and the investigation into the death of Malayshia Alford. Plus, Legal History, Legal Quote of the Day, and Dumb Criminal of the Day.

Naresh Bhatt admits dismembering his wife's body but insists he did not murder her. In a stunning development during his Virginia murder trial, Bhatt tells jurors he found Mamta Kafle Bhatt already dead. Is his explanation enough to create reasonable doubt?
Meanwhile, nearly 30 years after JonBenét Ramsey's murder, her brother Burke is speaking out about the DNA evidence he believes could help solve one of America's most notorious cold cases.
Today on Crime Talk, criminal defense attorney Scott Reisch breaks down the latest developments:
• Naresh Bhatt: His shocking testimony and the legal consequences of admitting to dismembering his wife's body while denying murder.
• JonBenét Ramsey: Burke Ramsey breaks his silence and discusses the unidentified DNA evidence.
• Yella Beezy: New testimony raises questions about an alleged murder-for-hire plot, witness credibility, and financial evidence.
• Thomas Coy: A Missouri man receives 40 years in prison for the murder of Amazon delivery driver Jasmine Taylor.
• Andrew Griffin: Guilty verdicts in the double-murder case involving Thomas and Angela Strussion.
• Cooper Ouellette: The defense challenges Life360 evidence in the death of Sophie Ringquist.
• Larry Millete: Sentenced to 27 years to life for murdering his wife Maya, whose remains have never been recovered.
Plus, Legal History, the Legal Quote of the Day featuring Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr., and our Dumb Criminal of the Day — a Florida man's alleged $80 donut heist!
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All defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. This program provides legal commentary and is not legal advice.
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