Crime Stories with Nancy Grace

The Alexander brothers, Alon, Oren, and Tal, found guilty by a federal jury in Manhattan on 10 counts of sex trafficking, sexual abuse, and sexual exploitation. Now their sentencing hearing has been delayed from August to October. During the five-week trial, 11 women gave graphic testimony detailing how the brothers lured them with opulent trips and parties, where they were drugged, sexually assaulted, and sometimes recorded without their consent. Prosecutors spoke to over 60 victims. The convictions carry a maximum penalty of up to life in federal prison. Their defense team has stated they plan to appeal the verdict.
The brothers continue to face pending state criminal charges in Florida, which have been put on hold pending their federal sentencing. In addition to the criminal trials, the brothers are dealing with a multitude of civil and defamation lawsuits filed by survivors seeking accountability and damages.
Joining Nancy Grace today:
Neama Rahmani – Former Federal Prosecutor-turned-Trial Attorney; Author: “Harvard to Hashtag;” INSTAGRAM: @Neamarahmani/ X: @NeamaRahmani
Caryn L. Stark – Psychologist, Renowned TV and Radio Trauma Expert and Consultant; Instagram: carynpsych/FB: Caryn Stark Private Practice
Bill Daly – Former FBI Investigator and Forensic Photography, Security Expert
Lynn Shaw - Founder and Executive Director of Lynn’s Warriors, Host of Lynn’s Warriors on YouTube; X: @lynns_warriors Youtube: @LynnsWarriors
Christina Aguayo – National News Anchor, Salem News Channel; Facebook: @ChristinaAguayoNews, Instagram: @Christina.AguayoNe
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The Kaylee Goncalves Foundation does business under the name "Murder Has a Name." It is a non-profit which provides financial support to law enforcement agencies nationwide for forensic DNA testing and investigative genetic genealogy in violent crime investigations. The murder victim's family say by removing financial barriers, the foundation can help ensure cases access to modern forensic science, capable of identifying perpetrators and delivering answers to families.
Law enforcement agencies can apply for testing funds and the public can view their work on the "Murder Has a Name" Foundation website. You can follow their ongoing campaigns and community initiatives via the official Goncalves Family Tips Facebook Page.
The public can also submit their DNA to GEDmatch for free. The family points out the more people who submit their DNA, the more cases will be solved.
Joining Nancy Grace today:
Kristi Goncalves - mother of victim Kaylee Goncalves Website: www.MurderHasAName.com
Steve Goncalves - father of victim Kaylee Goncalves Website: www.MurderHasAName.com
Chris Hansen -journalist and Host of the podcast "Have A Seat With Chris Hansen", an ambasador to the Goncalves' new foundation, Facebook:HaveASeatWithChrisHansen
Andy Kahan - Director of Victim Services and Advocacy at Crime Stoppers of Houston, ambasador to the Goncalves' new foundation: "Murder Has a Name," crime-stoppers.org,
Tracie Brocco - Executive Director of 'Murder Has A Name', website: Murderhasaname.com
Sydney Sumner - Investigative Reporter, ‘Crime Stories’

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Two young boys recovered in Mexico after their father abandoned Utah home and violated custody agreement. Family grieving Chicago Honor Roll soccer captain shot dead on daily commute to school. Illinois three-decade cold-case finally solved, Randy Gail Sperino's killer behind bars. Sydney Silvagni reports.
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Mackenzie Shirilla is serving 15 years to life at the Ohio Reformatory for Women. She was convicted on 12 counts, including murder and aggravated vehicular homicide, after deliberately crashing her car into a brick building at 100 mph. Two passengers were killed, Shirilla's boyfriend, Dominic Russo, and their friend, Davion Flanagan. Data from the car's black box showed Shirilla floored the gas pedal and never used the brakes, making calculated steering and gear adjustments before impact. She was 17 at the time.
The case has returned to national headlines due to the release of the Netflix true-crime documentary series, The Crash.
Shirilla will not be eligible for her first parole hearing until October 2037.
Joining Nancy Grace today:
Christine Russo - Dominic Russo's older sister - Host, "The Big Sister: Unhinged Podcast," Instagram: @thebigsisterunhinged, www.youtube.com/@TheBigSisterUnhinged
Shyann Topping - Mackenzie Shirilla's prison girlfriend in 2023 for about 8-9 months
Kat Crowder - Former inmate who served time with Mackenzie Shirilla, TikTok: @boujeebehindbars Instagram: @boujeebehindbars
Dr. Cheryl Arutt - Licensed Clinical and Forensic Psychologist specializing in Trauma Recovery, PTSD and EMDR Website: askdrcheryl.com Website: CreativeEMDR.comIG: @askdrcheryl
Derek Smith - Criminal Defense Attorney, website: dwsmithlegal.com
Thomas Coyne - Medical Examiner, University of Florida. District Eight Medical Examiner, State of Florida. Toxicologist. Forensic Pathologist and Neuropathologist.
Joel Waldman - Co-host of "Surviving the Survivor," Co-Founder and Creative Director at Content Product Media
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Anna Kepner's step-brother to remain free while awaiting trial for her murder. Illinois teen behind bars for road-rage shooting targeting a family on their way home from a pre-natal check up. Former high school teacher previously arrested for allegedly having sex with a student on campus, now facing fresh charges including 5 additional victims. Sydney Silvagni reports.
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