A Recognized Authority in True Crime and Investigative Journalism.
American Crime Journal (ACJ) has earned recognition as a trusted source within the fields of crime reporting, criminology, and investigative journalism. Since its founding in 2016, ACJ’s reporting has been cited by local, national, and international media outlets, including Business Insider, C-SPAN, The Independent, NBC, Vice, Vanity Fair, and numerous other news organizations.
ACJ’s reputation is built on original reporting, evidence-based analysis, public records research, and long-form investigative work. Its investigations have informed journalists, researchers, policymakers, and members of the public seeking reliable information on complex criminal justice issues.
Beyond media citations, ACJ’s reporting has contributed to ongoing criminal investigations and reviews conducted by local, state, and federal agencies, including matters involving the U.S. Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. ACJ investigations have also been utilized by watchdog organizations, advocacy groups, and government officials evaluating matters of public interest and accountability.
In several instances, ACJ’s reporting has helped bring critical information into the public record, influencing policy discussions, organizational oversight, and governmental decision-making. One notable investigation contributed to a city council’s decision to withhold taxpayer funding from an organization that was the subject of multiple criminal investigations.
Through its commitment to documentation, transparency, and evidence-driven reporting, American Crime Journal continues to serve as a trusted investigative resource for both the public and the media.
ACJ Investigations Have Been Cited, Referenced, or Sourced By:
ACJ’s Lynn Packer and Damion Moore have been contributors and featured guests:
Relied on by Watchdog Groups:
Impact is not measured by clicks. It is measured by the strength of the public record.
Reporting Impact by the Numbers
For nearly a decade, American Crime Journal has built investigative archives, documented complex cases, and contributed to the public record through evidence-based reporting and accountability journalism.
300+
Published Articles
Original reporting, investigative analysis, case studies, and long-form journalism.
50+
Investigations Conducted
Examining criminal cases, public claims, organizations, missing persons investigations, and accountability issues.
4
Flagship Investigative Archives
- The I-65 Serial Killer
- The Disappearance of Karlie Guse
- Derailed
- Collateral Damage
Since 2016
Serving a Better Informed Public
Producing independent investigative journalism grounded in records, documentation, chronology, and evidence.
National & International Recognition
Cited by media organizations including Business Insider, NBC, Vanity Fair, The Independent, C-SPAN, Vice, and numerous other local, national, and international news outlets.
Real-World Impact
ACJ reporting has informed journalists, researchers, watchdog organizations, government officials, and criminal investigations while contributing to public accountability and policy discussions.
Selected Media Citations
American Crime Journal reporting has been cited, referenced, or relied upon by local, national, and international media organizations. The examples below represent a small selection of those citations.
Lynn Packer | New York Post (nypost.com)
Nonprofit linked to Trump’s possible FTC chair could face probe (nypost.com)
Operation Underground Railroad | Charity Ratings | Donating Tips | Best Charities | CharityWatch
“Sound of Freedom” film puts spotlight on Operation Underground Railroad – Axios Salt Lake City
‘Sound of Freedom’ Financed by Medicare Fraudster (insider.com)
Everything Sound Of Freedom Gets Wrong About The True Story (looper.com)
‘Sound of Freedom’: The Wild True Story Behind 2023’s Most Controversial Film | Vanity Fair
EDITOR’S NOTEBOOK: Advice for Donors Giving To Anti-Sex Trafficking Organizations – MinistryWatch
