Richard Winton,
Richard Winton is an investigative crime writer for the Los Angeles Times and part of the team that won the Pulitzer Prize for public service in 2011. Known as @lacrimes on Twitter, during almost 30 years at The Times he also has been part of the breaking news staff that won Pulitzers in 1998, 2004 and 2016. He won the ASNE Deadline News award in 2006. A native of England, after getting degrees from the University of Kent at Canterbury and the University of Wisconsin-Madison, he began covering politics but chose to focus on crime because it was less dirty.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
85%
Examples:
- The article is biased because it portrays Nancy Iskander as a victim rather than a perpetrator of domestic violence.
- The article is biased because it uses sensational language to describe the crimes committed by Rebecca Grossman and her husband.
Conflicts of Interest
50%
Examples:
- The article does not disclose that Rebecca Grossman was a suspect in another murder case involving an elderly man whose body was found near Malibu Creek State Park.
- The article quotes Deputy Dist. Atty Jamie Castro who did not present any evidence during the trial to support his claim that Grossman showed conscious disregard for human life and knew her speed could be dangerous on a suburban street with pedestrian traffic.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- A female driver crashed her car into a tree on Pacific Coast Highway near Vincent Street and died at the scene.
- Grossman faces 34 years to life in prison and is scheduled for sentencing on April 10th.
Deceptions
90%
Examples:
- The article is deceptive because it does not disclose that Rebecca Grossman had been arrested earlier this month for allegedly stabbing her husband with a kitchen knife.
- The article is deceptive because it omits the hit-and-run charge which Rebecca Grossman also pleaded guilty to.
Recent Articles
Tragic Death of Patricia McKay: Armed Robbery at Fashion Island Mall Leaves One Woman Dead
Broke On: Wednesday, 03 July 2024A 68-year-old New Zealand woman, Patricia McKay, was killed during a robbery attempt at Fashion Island mall in Newport Beach, California. The incident led to a high-speed chase involving three suspects with criminal records. The police arrested all suspects and charged them with homicide, robbery with firearm, and conspiracy. 
Tragic Death at Fashion Island: Woman Killed in Robbery Attempt Outside Barnes & Noble
Broke On: Wednesday, 03 July 2024A 69-year-old woman was killed during an attempted robbery outside Barnes & Noble at Newport Beach's Fashion Island mall on July 3rd, 2024. Two suspects fled the scene in a vehicle, accidentally running over the victim as they escaped. One suspect was taken into custody, while two others remain at large. Witnesses reported gunshots and chaos during the incident at this usually peaceful shopping center. 
Actor Johnny Wactor Shot and Killed During Catalytic Converter Theft in Los Angeles
Broke On: Saturday, 25 May 2024Actor Johnny Wactor, 37, was shot and killed by suspects attempting to steal his catalytic converter in downtown Los Angeles on May 25, 2024. Known for roles in 'General Hospital' and other shows, Wactor had finished his shift as a bartender when he confronted the thieves. One suspect fatally shot him before they fled northbound on Hope Street in a dark-colored sedan. The shooting has left the 'General Hospital' family and fans mourning, with police asking for information to identify the suspects. 
Actor Johnny Wactor Shot Dead in Downtown Los Angeles: Tragic Catalytic Converter Theft Victim Identified by LAPD
Broke On: Sunday, 26 May 2024On May 25, 2024, General Hospital actor Johnny Wactor was fatally shot during a catalytic converter theft near Pico Boulevard and Hope Street in downtown Los Angeles. The suspects fled the scene after the shooting, leaving Wactor to be pronounced dead at a local hospital. Known for his role as Brando Corbin on General Hospital, Wactor had recently been working as a bartender before exploring opportunities in screenwriting. His mother confirmed his identity and shared details of the incident, which occurred when he was approached by a masked suspect while returning to his car after work. 
Former 'General Hospital' Actor Johnny Wactor Fatally Shot During Catalytic Converter Theft Attempt
Broke On: Sunday, 26 May 2024Former 'General Hospital' actor Johnny Wactor was fatally shot during a catalytic converter theft attempt in downtown Los Angeles on May 26, 2024. Known for his roles in 'General Hospital,' 'Criminal Minds,' and 'Westworld,' Wactor was described as a committed actor and inspiration to those around him. The investigation is ongoing, with no arrests made at this time. 
Rebecca Grossman Found Guilty of Murder for Driving Under the Influence and Killing Two Boys in Westlake Village
Broke On: Friday, 23 February 2024Rebecca Grossman, a prominent socialite and co-founder of the Grossman Burn Foundation with her husband Dr. Peter Grossman, was found guilty on all five charges in the murder trial for striking and killing two boys while driving intoxicated in Westlake Village. The incident took place on September 29th, 2020 at around 7:15 PM when the boys were crossing a marked crosswalk.