"Syko Sam" Horrorcore Rapper Killed Pastor Plus Three, Say Cops McCroskey was arraigned in Prince Edward General District Court in Farmville Monday morning and charged with murder, robbery and grand theft. Emmas parents were particularly troubled over her choice of music. Bowen said there was a "deterioration" of the relationship between McCroskey and Emma. Rev. Be Truthful. The statement reads, "We are thankful that the trial of these cases is over and that we may now have some degree of closure. UPDATE: Details emerge about weapons used in Farmville killings Butnow we can recognize him as the campy showman he really was. (From left) Billy Borum, Pat Dyson and Rev. But theVirginialaw, like those of most states, does not address "murderabilia" sales because it does not prevent dealers and other third parties from profiting by selling property either owned or produced by felons, Kahan said. McCutchen was filling in for Mark Niederbrock, the church pastor, who was one of the victims of a quadruple homicide found Friday in Farmville, Va. Acting chief of the Farmville Police Wade Stimpson (center) is seen with a few of his officers outside Farmville United Methodist Church in Farmville on Saturday, October 3, 2009, shortly before the funeral service for Debra S. Kelley. But it is unlikely a federal law could bar sales by third parties. (From left) Nancy Wood, of Powhatan, and her daughters Caitlin, 18, and Kelly, 16, attend the funeral service for Debra S. Kelley at Farmville United Methodist Church in Farmville on Saturday, October 3, 2009. "You're not the first, just to let you know. The 16-year-old was a big fan of Horrorcore, also known as horror hip-hop and death rap; Horrorcore typically consists of violent lyrics and imagery. Share with Us. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. Until such time, I have no further comment," Ennis said. 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He was an amateur Horrorcore rapper who went by the name 'Syko Sam.' . In 2009 after returning from a horrorcore music festival he murdered his girlfriend, girlfriends friend and parents with an axe. In 2009, he brutally murdered four. "I will look into these matters further as time allows. An effort is under way to enact a federal law that would stop such interstate commerce by stopping inmates from sending personalized items out of prison via mail, he added. Mark Alan Niederbrock, Jan Somers Niederbrock (right) leaves a graveside service for her son at Walker's Presbyterian Church in Hixburg, Va. on Sept. 24, 2009. McCroskey said her brother has been placed on suicide watch. / CBS News. FARMVILLE - Details related to the quadruple homicide in Farmville emerged . CASTRO VALLEY At first, Sarah McCroskey was in denial. He described the timelines of the homicides, three of which occurred on Sept. 15 approximately 3 a.m. in the morning. I live with my hubby & our two adorable fur babies. Richard Alden Samuel McCroskey is on Facebook. Rev. But it hit when investigators called and she became overwhelmed after seeing the reports all over the Internet and television. It did not turn out to be what he had imagined it was going to be.". lol.". McCroskey said he understood the charges and was able to make the decision under his own power. Photo from Facebook. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, McCroskey was arrested one day later at the Richmond Airport.McCroskey and Niederbrock first connected over their interest for horrorcore music, a subgenre of hip hop music based on horror-themed content. Friends and members at Walker's Presbyterian Church in Hixburg, Va. hug eachother after a graveside service for Rev. Borum is a cousin of Kelley's and Dyson a close friend of Kelley's mother. On September 19, Kathleen made a frantic call to the police claiming she couldnt get a hold of Melanie, Debra, Emma, and now, Mark as well. "Farmville Murderer" Richard Samuel McCroskey - YouTube Rev. High 64F. This is my job, my career," said Gein, 43. "Syko Sam" Murder Suspect Rapped on MySpace About Killing A crime scene photographer at the home after the murders, Credit: Alexa Welch Edlund | www.richmond.com, Credit: P Kevin Morley | www.Richmond.com. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. They took house phones, computers and anything relevant to the situation. "In the 12-plus years I've been monitoring this industry, this is the first time I've ever run across a particular defendant requesting pictures of his victims," Kahan said. Police found a suspect, Richard Samuel Alden McCroskey III at Richmond International Airport where he was waiting for a flight to California. Get started now at simplybuiltdigital.com and send us a message! accounts, the history behind an article. Don't Threaten. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. Two days later, McCroskey killed Emma's father, Mark Niederbrock, 50. 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Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more. Pink hair is Emma Niederbrock, brown hair is Melanie Wells (center). Judge Richard S. Blanton sentenced McCroskey to life in prison for the counts of first-degree murder and life in prison without the possibility of parole for the two counts of capital murder. Wheneverfans of a fringe musical genre--from black metal to Marilyn Manson--commit a crime,we questionwhether the violence was influenced bythe music or whetherviolent kids, along with more harmless fans, are just more likely to seek it out. Richmond International Airport security camera photos of Richard Samuel Alden McCroskey III, as he slept and was arrested at the airport in connection with four murders in Farmville, Virginia. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). Sarah described him as a mild-mannered, passive person who wouldnt hurt anyone unless provoked. Killer Richard Samuel McCroskey III records a video after murdering four victims and living with their rotting corpses for daysFull Video Here: https://youtu. Stabbing and stabbing till there's nothing left," McCroskey sings in "My Dark Side.". And how many shock rock fans havecarried out crimes they foretold in their songs? Be Proactive. It was our way of escaping reality and finding a way to cope and relax, said McCroskey, who also is a musician now working for a music production company. Online "murderabelia" sales include some VA criminals Join Facebook to connect with Richard Alden Samuel McCroskey and others you may know. Police found a suspect, Richard Samuel Alden McCroskey III at Richmond International Airport where he was waiting for a flight to California. Gein said public interest in what he does far outweighs the criticism and points to the television show as evidence. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Please subscribe to keep reading. Are you tired of feeling like you're stuck in a digital rut with your outdated website? Use the 'Report' link on Horrorcore killer Richard McCroskey: When death imitates art Richard Alden "Sam" Samuel McCroskey III was born Dec. 26, 1988 in Hayward, California, a city in the East Bay subregion of the San Francisco Bay Area, where he lived with his parents and older sister, Sarah. (From left) Nancy Wood, of Powhatan, her daughters Caitlin, 18, and Kelly, 16, and their father Jaime Wood attend the funeral service for Debra S. Kelley at Farmville United Methodist Church in Farmville on Saturday, October 3, 2009. Villisca Axe Murders. Sometime between the murder of the women and the murder of the minister Farmville police reportedly conducted a welfare check on the house after Wells' mother called them because she hadn't heard from her daughter in a few days, but the report said that McCroskey answered all the officers' questions "reasonably," according to WTVR. He was an amateur Horrorcore rapper who went by the name 'Syko Sam.' . McCroskey's family did not attend the hearing. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. Not many. You're now in slide show mode. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). The Castro Valley rapper Richard McCroskey was arrested last week in connection with the deaths of four people in Farmville, Virginia. Richard and Emma first met on MySpace in 2008 when he was 19 and she was just 15 years old. This is the kind of case death penalties arise from.". "He's going to be in prison for the rest of his life," said Ennis. Keep it Clean. Richard Alden Samuel McCroskey III made his first court appearance by video in Prince Edward County and was appointed attorney Cary Bowen, who was not present and said he had not talked to the suspect. the post reads. Niederbrocks father returned home on September 17th, and he too fell victim to McCroskeys rampage. "Syko Sam" Murder Suspect Rapped on MySpace About Killing Dear Abby: I have a great life, so why have I fallen into this shameful behavior? Richard Samuel Alden McCroskey III was captured Sept. 19 after police found him asleep at Richmond International Airport. 14 Horrifying Aspects Of The HorrorCore Murders - Ranker Horrorcore and similar genres may frightenoutsiders--which is what they're supposed to do--butmost fans are drawn to the theatrics and understand it's all fiction. } Or, if you like, you can send me lifeblood to keep me going. Because of Richard McCroskey, parents now have to ask themselves whether extreme entertainment--from gory rock to homemade slasher films-- could ever become reality. Winds WSW at 5 to 10 mph. "I think he had a certain expectation of what that relationship with Emma Niederbrock was going to be like after a year on the computer. Mark Niederbrock was one of the victims of a quadruple homicide found Friday in Farmville. Don Rimer talks about a satanic book found in the belongings of someone committed to the occult during a presentation of "Ritual Crime and the Occult" at Farmville United Methodist Church on Nov. 15, 2009. Safely behind bars and deep in the warrens ofVirginia'stoughest prison, Richard Samuel Alden McCroskey III still has a presence in the outside world. / CBS News. But it's history. Kelley, an associate professor of sociology at Longwood University, was one of four victims discovered bludgeoned to death in her Farmville residence on Friday, Sept. 18. McCroskey III is already charged in the killing of Mark Niederbrock, a pastor at a Presbyterian church in central Virginia. more like a boy pretending to be a psycho than an actual psycho himself. I always fought back, but Sammy was way too passive. Quadruple-murder suspects sister has received, Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), First Republic Bank seized, sold to JPMorgan Chase, Quadruple-murder suspects sister has received death threats over Virginia slayings. Fall River, MA. Emma shared her excitement about meeting Richard for the first time in person in a post on his MySpace page: The next time you check your myspace, YOULL BE AT MY HOUSE! California horrorcore rapper suspected of killing 4 We each had our own space and did our own thing., In high school, McCroskey and her brother were teased and picked on at school, mainly because of their weight and ginger hair. each comment to let us know of abusive posts. The siblings each dropped out of high school. As officers made their way to the front door of the Niederbrock home, they were met with the overwhelming stench of decomposition. "He said how bad he felt about it," said Bowen. [6] McCroskey and his sister had been raised in Hayward, California before moving to Castro Valley. But friends and family may operate such sites, he said. The attorney described his client's mood as "solemn" on Monday. The crime scene was so horrifying police would not even describe it, saying only that the victims died of blunt force trauma. Both Kelley and Niederbrock were victims in a quadruple slaying and found in Kelley's Farmville home on September 18, 2009. He's not proud of that.". "This is an insidious and despicable industry that cheapens the lives of innocent crime victims.". They took Emma to see a therapist but there was little to no progress and in the end, they decided to support their daughter and her interests instead. Picture of mass murderer horrorcore rapper Syko Sam (Richard Samuel McCroskey) who murdered his girlfriend and her family in 2009. comments sorted by Best Top New Controversial Q&A Add a Comment . Gein - his public name taken from Wisconsin serial killer Edward Gein - first obtained and sold McCroskey's letters on his website. Niederbrock was murdered with three others on Sept. 18, 2009. Flowers are carried out of the church funeral service for Debra S. Kelley at Farmville United Methodist Church in Farmville on Saturday, October 3, 2009. "This became an issue regarding his perception that his girlfriend wasn't being loyal to him." Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. So far, attempts to define it in the light of McCroskey's alleged killingshave been nebulous. Prince Edward County Commonwealth Attorney James Ennis during press conference in Farmville VA Tues. Sept. 22, 2009 to announce the names of the 4 victims of recent homicide. However, because many items are sent to states without such laws, the laws have not been enforced, he said. But if your kid was into it, you'd be worried. Kelley, an associate professor of sociology at Longwood University, was one of four victims discovered bludgeoned to death in her Farmville residence on Friday, Sept. 18. {{start_at_rate}} {{format_dollars}} {{start_price}} {{format_cents}} {{term}}, {{promotional_format_dollars}}{{promotional_price}}{{promotional_format_cents}} {{term}}, Charlottesville mother arrested on child porn, attempted exploitation charges, Spotsylvania County says it's been left out of talks over neighboring Wilderness Crossing development, US Department of Education opens investigation into claims UVa retaliated against disabled student, UVa police searching for purse-jacking suspect, Charlottesville barbershop celebrates 100 years of cuts and cutting up, 'Taming' Foxfield: Spectators, neighbors celebrate return of a more civilized spring steeplechase, 'Technicality' over corporate status could tank plaintiff's case in Lee statue dispute, Orange County OKs Wilderness Crossing despite outpouring of opposition, Teen sentenced in Mallside Forest triple shooting, As archaeological dig ends, gag order keeps Swan Tavern findings under wraps, Law firm releases summary review of embattled Charlottesville SPCA, K.K. He pleaded guilty to two counts of capital murder and two counts of first-degree murder, and was sentenced to life in prison. And they do sell - I make money," he said. Joe Winfree speak to the press after the funeral service for Debra S. Kelley at Farmville United Methodist Church in Farmville on Saturday, October 3, 2009. "No one awoke," Ennis said. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Now an inmate atVirginia'smaximum-security Red Onion State Prison, McCroskey declined to be interviewed. Richard Samuel Alden McCroskey - Find news stories, facts, pictures and video about Richard Samuel Alden McCroskey - Page 1 | Newser Farmville murders - Wikipedia Shrim asked others not to judge McCroskey by the lyrics to his songs or his disturbing Web pages. Emma invited Richard along; he agreed and flew to Farmville with plans to stay at her home for a week. Thank you so much for supporting The Wicked Truth! The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Although he faced the death penalty, McCroskey ultimately was sentenced to life in prison.Im Paul, and this has been an Unspeakable Crimes true case of a quadruple murder carried about by an aspiring horrorcore rapper.---Subscribe to Graveyard Shift | http://bit.ly/GraveyardShift_SubscribeGraveyard Shift on Facebook | http://bit.ly/GraveyardShift_Facebook Police on Saturday charged Richard Alden Samuel McCroskey III with first-degree murder, robbery and stealing the automobile of Mark Niederbrock, a pastor atWalker's Presbyterian Church in Appomattox County. You have permission to edit this article. Threats of harming another As for McCroskey, he said, "We contacted him; we started a relationship through the mail like we do with all the guys we do business with.". "You can't enforce a Texas law when a Florida dealer is selling items," Kahan said. Bowen said the decision to accept the plea was McCroskey's and it was made after all the evidence was reviewed. The episode was titled "Living With The Dead.". He pleaded guilty and was given four life sentences. Winds WSW at 10 to 20 mph.. Police charged McCroskey of Castro Valley, Calif., with murder, robbery and stealing the automobile of Mark Niederbrock, a pastor at Walker's Presbyterian Church in Appomattox County. Niederbrock was murdered with three others on Sept. 18, 2009. Much of horrorcore rap is taking you through the mind of a killer and their point of view, McCroskey said. Get Morning Report and other email newsletters, Flowers are seen in front of the house police are investigating the murders of four people in Farmville, Va., Monday, Sept. 21, 2009. Richard Samuel Alden McCroskey - Newser His attorney, Cary Bowen, said after the hearing that the prospect of the death penalty was a major factor. (L-R) Keith Baty and Corporal Richard Miles with the Richmond International Airport Police Department talk to a reporter Saturday, September 19, 2009, about their arrest this morning of Richard Samuel Alden McCroskey III for the murder of four people in Farmville. This is Samuel McCroskey, also known as syko sam. The policy states: "When the offender bears the mailing cost, there is no limit on the volume of letters the offender can send or receive or on the length, language, content, or source of mail or publications except when there is reasonable belief that limitation is necessary to protect public safety or facility order and security.". Whenhorrorcore killer Richard 'Sam' McCroskeyperformed songs like "Murderous Rage,'' and "Evil Voices,'' it sounded like the work of a disturbed kidaiming for shock value. The Horrorcore Murders. In 2009, Emma Niederbrock invited her | by You are my one and only everything. Since the bodies were found last Friday at Kelleys home, Sarah McCroskeys life has been a whirlwind. This picture is from his MySpace page. Richard Alden Samuel McCroskey III is now accused of killing a Virginia pastor, with authorities saying Sunday they expect to charge him in three more slayings at the home of a college. He said McCroskey plans to write a statement for the victims' families sometime this week. In Prince Edward County, he's being called a murderer. McCroskey told authorities he did not move the bodies until after the first welfare check to the home, of which there were three. He has been charged with killing Mark Niederbrock, 50, a Presbyterian church pastor. Photos; Connections. Menacing acts like Gwar and Slipknotwill probably look the same in another 20 years. On McCroskey's MySpace page, someone who goes by Ragdoll, which friends identified as Emma Niederbrock, wrote several messages to McCroskey. It is a logical point that was describe in many dissertation writing guide if someone feel guilty the capital punishment is required for that person. Ennis described McCroskey as a "closed-off individual." I love you sooo SO much baby; forever and always. Cindy Sams, director of victim assistance program for Prince Edward County, released a statement from Kelley's parents, Thomas and Margaret Kelley, as well as family members of Niederbrock and Wells, after the hearing. Richard Samuel McCroskey lived in Castro Valley, California with his father and older sister, Sarah. A friend said McCroskey, Emma and her friend were brought together by horrorcore music. Three of his victims, Emma Niederbrock, 16; Melanie Wells, 18; Emma's mother, Debra S. Kelley, 53, a Longwood University professor; were beaten to death as they slept. Online "murderabelia" sales include some VA criminals. McCroskey will be formally charged with the other three killings once the bodies are identified, Stimpson said. I've killed many people and I kill them real slow. Please enter valid email address to continue. Unfortunately, one of her interests would prove to be a cold-blooded killer. Richard Allen Samuel McCroskey III, suspect in 4 killings, rapped about Richard Samuel McCroskey III a 20-year-old rapper in the underground genre of "Horrorcore" who sang of chopping people into pieces has been arrested in connection with the slayings. McCroskey's request for photos surprised Kahan, who spotted the plea. ", A Charlottesville mother who worked in and supported child advocacy organizations has been arrested and indicted on federal allegations that s, The U.S. Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights has launched an investigation into claims that faculty at the University of Virgini, Police at the University of Virginia are asking for the publics assistance to find a man suspected in a reported purse-jacking near the schoo, A foundation whose inability to keep its corporate papers up to date might learn a hard lesson if the judge hearing the so-called Charlottesvi, One of the five people charged in Septembers triple shooting at Mallside Forest apartment complex what police later described as gang activ. He's expected to face more charges in the. Kelley and Mark Niederbrock took Emma, McCroskey and Wells to the "Wicked" horrorcore music festival in Detroit, Mich. a few days before the homicides. Horrorcore is a deeplyobscure, goth-influencedsubgenre of rap. Instead, McCroskey surprised the court by pleading guilty to two counts of first-degree murder of Kelley Emma Niederbrock and two counts of capital murder of Melanie Wells and Mark Niederbrock. He pointed to last year's sale of "Unabomber" Theodore Kaczynski items in an auction run by the U.S. When the two met for the first time in person, Niederbrock confided in her friend Melanie, McCroskey was not the person he portrayed himself as online. He couldnt do it.. "This is not something from the Sam I know," he said. McCroskey and Niederbrock got into an argument at the concert and McCroskey killed her, her mother and Wells the next morning while they slept. Trending News Niederbrock was murdered with three others on Sept. 18, 2009. Photo taken Saturday, September 19, 2009. Niederbrock and Kelley were separated, said Farmville police Capt. [1] [2] Niederbrock's body was found along with three others at the scene. Emma Niederbrock lived with her mother, Dr. Debra Kelley, in Farmville, Virginia. Richard Samuel McCroskey lived in Castro Valley, California with his father and older sister, Sarah. Friends and members at Walker's Presbyterian Church in Hixburg, Va. hug after a graveside service for Rev. Now Richard Alden Samuel McCroskey III is accused of killing a Virginia pastor, with authorities saying Sunday they expect to charge him in three more slayings at the home of a college professor. "It's disconcerting when you think of the victims or survivors' perspective.". Wade Stimpson. The responding officers later referred to the home as a slaughterhouse.. Emma, and now, Mark as well. Bands have names like Dismembered Fetus and fanschat online about the occult. McCroskey's bizarre attempt to gain credibility with other horrorcore artists and fans. For only $49.99 a month, you will get the New All-In-One No More Headache Complete Website Package which includes: Don't let your outdated website hold you back any longer. Police found a suspect, Richard Samuel Alden McCroskey III at Richmond International Airport Saturday where he was waiting for a flight to California. display: none; Its unclear what took place at the show that ultimately set Richard off, however, on September 15 at 3 am, he took an axe from their backyard and bludgeoned Debra, Emma, and Melanie to death as they slept. Emma Niederbrock Romantically Linked to Murder Suspect. or anything. Prince Edward County Commonwealth's Attorney James Ennis said McCroskey's fading relationship with Emma most likely lead to her murder. Like many teenagers, Emma rebelled when her parents divorced. The camera was recovered from McCroskey's backpack with him at Richmond International Airport the day after the murders. Hitting > pauses the slideshow and goes forward. Family members of the victims sobbed softly during the hearing. In a video filmed after the murders, he apologized to his parents, stating that he simply snapped.
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