Net Sleuths Newsletter 14


🕵️ Net Sleuths Newsletter #14

February 2026 Edition

Welcome back, investigators. This issue brings a mix of breaking case updates, psychological insight, historical true‑crime speculation, and a look at one of the most anticipated events in the community: CrimeCon 2026. Let’s get into it.

🔍 FEATURED STORY

Ashleigh Banfield: The Latest in the Nancy Guthrie Case

Video: Disturbing Blood Discovery Inside Nancy Guthrie’s Home | Nancy Guthrie Missing Update - YouTube

Ashleigh Banfield breaks down the newest developments in the Nancy Guthrie investigation, a case that continues to raise questions about motive, timeline, and the behavior of key individuals surrounding Guthrie in the days leading up to her death. Banfield’s segment highlights emerging forensic details and the shifting focus of investigators as they re‑evaluate earlier assumptions. If you’re following this case closely, this update is essential.

🧠 PSYCHOLOGY SPOTLIGHT

Dr. Robin Stern on Gaslighting

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FFFs3e9dm8&t=2s

Dr. Robin Stern — author, clinician, and one of the leading voices on emotional manipulation — explains the mechanics of gaslighting: how it starts, why it works, and the psychological toll it takes on victims. Her insights offer a framework for recognizing subtle manipulation patterns that often appear in abusive relationships and criminal dynamics. A must‑watch for anyone interested in behavioral forensics.

🕯️ TRUE CRIME HISTORY

Is There a Link Between the Black Dahlia and the Zodiac Killer?

Video: Researcher is 100% sure about this link between the Zodiac and Black Dahlia killer - YouTube

The Bad Things: True Crime channel dives into one of the most persistent speculative theories in the community: could the Black Dahlia murder (1947) and the Zodiac killings (late 1960s–70s) be connected? The video explores overlapping themes — taunting letters, media manipulation, and surgical precision — while also addressing the major historical and geographic gaps that make the theory controversial. It’s a thoughtful look at how patterns can mislead or illuminate, depending on the evidence.

🧬 CRIMINAL PERSONALITY PROFILE

Is Your Mother a Psychopath?

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CvBE29eK-kE

This psychological deep‑dive examines maternal psychopathy — a topic rarely discussed but deeply relevant to understanding certain family‑based criminal cases. The video outlines hallmark traits, emotional deficits, and the long‑term impact on children raised in these environments. It’s unsettling, informative, and grounded in clinical research rather than sensationalism.

🎟️ COMMUNITY EVENT

CrimeCon 2026 — Las Vegas

Event Info: https://www.crimecon.com/CC26

CrimeCon returns in 2026 with a massive Las Vegas gathering. Expect live case presentations, forensic workshops, investigative panels, and appearances from leading voices in the true‑crime world. If you’re planning to attend, early registration is recommended — this year’s lineup is already generating buzz.

📅 THIS DAY IN TRUE CRIME

February 22 On this day in 1980, the FBI captured serial killer John Wayne Fautenberry, ending a multi‑state spree that left investigators scrambling across jurisdictions. His case remains a study in transient offenders and the challenges of linking crimes without modern databases.

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