Inmate once dubbed ‘female Charles Manson’ denied freedom
A judge denied Sarah Jo Pender's plea for mercy and a chance at freedom following a resentencing hearing in Indianapolis. More
January 6, 2026
Sarah Jo Pender
Sarah Jo Pender was sentenced to 110 years in prison for her role in the murders of Andrew Cataldi and Trisha Nordman in Indiana.
Sarah Jo Pender asks for mercy 25 years after double murder conviction
Sarah Jo Pender asked a judge for a second chance at freedom during an emotional hearing 25 years after her double murder conviction. More
December 9, 2025