Madeline Sherratt

US Reporter

Madeline Sherratt is a US Reporter at The Independent. She has written on a range of topics from crime to politics, and health stories. Madeline has a vested interest in investigative stories and Latin American affairs after spending time living and travelling there. Previously, she worked as a freelancer covering data investigations for Pulse, reported on community beats for My London, and gained experience on Features at The Financial Times. Before joining The Independent in July 2024, Madeline completed her NCTJ training and formerly graduated from the University of Leeds. You can reach her with a story at madeline.sherratt@independent.co.uk

<p>Michael David Vanzandt, 44, (inset) mysteriously vanished from Hermosa Beach (pictured) in 2016</p>

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<p>Stock image: The missing diamond was reunited with its owner </p>

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<p>Savannah Renee Adams, 28, (inset) allegedly doused the victim in gasoline and set her alight while she sat on this sofa (pictured) </p>

Woman accused of dousing victim in gasoline and setting her on fire

<p>Haley Blevins, 19, (left) was charged with three counts of felony injury to a child and Jacalyn Cook, 30, (right) was charged with two counts of felony injury to a child</p>

Two women accused of beating children with spiked leash over chores