Christine Pelisek Title: Senior Crime Writer Location: Los Angeles, California Christine Pelisek has 20 years of experience as a reporter, covering crime and courts. She joined the PEOPLE crime team in 2014.She is the author of the Grim Sleeper: The Lost Women of South Central. Experience Christine Pelisek has worked as a reporter covering crime and courts for 20 years. She joined the PEOPLE crime team in 2014. She is the author of the Grim Sleeper: The Lost Women of South Central. About PEOPLE PEOPLE, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, delivers the most trustworthy celebrity news and captivating human interest stories, connecting you to the pulse of American culture. Since our first issue hit stands in 1974, we have been striving to tell compelling stories about the people behind the issues, as opposed to just the issues themselves. We are your everyday escape, taking you inside the lives of intriguing stars, newsmakers, up-and-comers and ordinary people doing extraordinary things. We serve and delight you by providing ideas about beauty, food and style through the lens of the people influencing the trends. And we are a force for good by telling stories of hope, optimism and kindness that drive conversation and inspire action. Learn more about us and our editorial guidelines.