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The Guardianworld21 hrs ago
Australian Police Charge Former Childcare Worker With 329 Offences
Federal authorities have charged a 35-year-old man with 329 child abuse offences spanning 16 years and 136 victims. The Guardian reported that investigators contacted 121 families after analyzing millions of files.
globalnews.caworld1 day agoUpdated
Police Arrest 28-Year-Old Man in Widdecombe Murder Case
A 28-year-old white British man was arrested in South Yorkshire on suspicion of murdering former MP Ann Widdecombe. The arrest was carried out by South Yorkshire Police and Counter Terrorism Policing North East on behalf of Devon and Cornwall Police.
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The Independentpolitics3 days ago
Police investigate £500,000 Reform UK donations for possible 2024 election offences
The Metropolitan Police opened an inquiry in February 2025 into donations to Reform UK. Officers have interviewed two people under caution and sought early advice from prosecutors.
sbs.com.auworld4 days ago
Senior corrections officer testifies in court over inmate allegations
A senior corrections officer at Toronto South Detention Centre denied allegations of abusive practices during testimony on Thursday. The officer is the target of an alleged murder plot that prompted the Project South investigation.
news.sky.comworld4 days ago
Police search for man after three bodies found in Bedfordshire home
Police discovered the bodies of a woman and her two daughters in a detached house in Great Denham on Monday. Officers have identified a 45-year-old suspect who left the country on Saturday.
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Yonhapworld5 days ago
Acting Police Chief to Return Early from U.S. Trip over Murder Case Probe
The acting national police chief will cut short a U.S. visit after public concern grew over the handling of a May murder case in Gwangju. The agency formed a special team and prosecutors searched a police station this week.
Yonhappolitics7 days ago
Police Book Three Over Alleged Fake News on June Local Elections
South Korean police have booked three people for allegedly spreading false information about ballot shortages during the June 3 local elections. Investigations continue into 67 additional accounts and separate cases involving oil shipment rumors and 1980 Gwangju movement claims.
rove.meworld14 days ago
South African Police Launch Investigation Into Shooting of Major General Feroz Khan
The South African Police Service has opened a high-level probe after Major General Feroz Khan was shot on 3rd Avenue in Houghton on Sunday evening. The Gauteng Hawks, Crime Intelligence, and Detective Service are leading the case with the Political Killings Task Team added to the…
news.sky.comworld17 days ago
Detective Identified Politician as Suspect Year Before Abuse Complaint
A BBC investigation reports that a police detective and church safeguarding officer suspected Jeffrey Donaldson of child abuse after a 2023 meeting with a victim. The suspicion was not passed to senior police leadership at the time. Donaldson was convicted of 18 sex abuse charges…
The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics28 days ago
Australian Police Open Inquiry Into Flotilla Activists' Abuse Allegations
The Australian Federal Police have begun inquiries after four activists presented a dossier detailing alleged mistreatment during detention in Israel. Officials met with the group in Canberra to hear the claims.
politics30 days ago
Australia Screens Nearly 100,000 for Lung Cancer in First Year of National Program
The federal government’s national lung cancer screening program completed its first 12 months with almost 100,000 high-risk Australians screened and more than 230 primary lung cancers detected. Officials reported strong participation among First Nations people and expanded mobile…
channel4.compolitics39 days ago
SNP Faces New Police Complaint Over £667,000 Independence Fund
The Scottish National Party received a fresh police complaint alleging it misled donors about how £667,000 raised for an independence referendum campaign was spent. Party officials said the money supports ongoing independence activities.
bbc.co.ukpolitics48 days ago
Police Appeal for Witnesses After Stabbing on Portobello Road
Metropolitan Police officers responded to a stabbing on Portobello Road after 8:30 p.m. A man in his 20s was taken to hospital. Detectives are seeking witnesses and have made no arrests.
usmagazine.compolitics50 days ago
King Charles Visits Sandringham Without Plans to Meet Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
King Charles arrived at Wood Farm on the Sandringham estate on Sunday. Thames Valley police widened their investigation into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to include potential sexual misconduct offences.
news.sky.comworld50 days ago
Woman's body found in Banbury public toilet, Thames Valley Police investigate
Thames Valley Police discovered the body of an unidentified woman in a public toilet on West Bar Street near Banbury Cross on the morning of May 23. Officers sealed the area and are treating the death as unexplained while appealing for information.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics52 days agoUpdated
Congolese Man Dies After Restraint by Dublin Security Guards
A 35-year-old Congolese-born man died after being restrained by security guards outside a Dublin department store. The incident has prompted protests and calls for an independent investigation.
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Usa Todaypolitics53 days ago
Former Prince Andrew Arrested in February During Police Investigation
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested on February 19 on suspicion of misconduct in public life. He now resides at Marsh Farm on the Sandringham estate while police inquiries continue.
The Bbcpolitics53 days ago
Five Arrested in Tameside Local Election Fraud Probe
Police in Greater Manchester arrested five people on suspicion of fraud offences tied to how candidates were nominated for the St Peter's ward election on May 7. The investigation focuses on whether nomination procedures followed electoral law.
bbc.co.ukworld56 days ago
Norfolk Police Seek Second Suspect in Great Yarmouth Sexual Assault Case
Norfolk Police are searching for a second man after two teenage girls were allegedly raped on South Beach Parade in Great Yarmouth early on May 16. A man in his thirties was arrested in Northamptonshire the following day and remains in custody.
bbc.co.ukworld56 days ago
Police Investigate Assault on Jewish Man in Golders Green
A 22-year-old Jewish man visiting London from Israel was assaulted in Golders Green early Monday. The Metropolitan Police is treating the attack as an antisemitic hate crime.
rnz.co.nzworld56 days ago
Police Arrest One Man, Search for Second After Reported Rapes in Great Yarmouth
Norfolk Police arrested a man in his 30s on suspicion of rape and are searching for a second suspect after two teenage girls were reported raped in Great Yarmouth. Officers responded to South Beach Parade at 00:37 BST on Saturday.
rnz.co.nzworld56 days ago
Police Search for Second Suspect After Two Teenage Girls Report Rapes in Great Yarmouth
Norfolk Constabulary officers responded to reports of two rapes on South Beach Parade early Saturday. A man in his thirties was arrested the next day in Northamptonshire and remains in custody.
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news24.comworld57 days ago
Two Men Shot in Arab Village of Jadeidi-Makr
The head of the Jadeidi-Makr village council and his deputy were shot early Monday morning. Both victims were taken to the Galilee Medical Center.
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bbc.co.ukworld57 days ago
Police Renew Appeal After Stabbing on Stafford Golf Course Path
Staffordshire Police renewed an appeal for witnesses after a man in his 60s was stabbed on a public footpath at a golf course in Stafford on Thursday evening. The victim remains in critical condition in hospital.
news.sky.comworld57 days ago
Metropolitan Police Investigates Officers at Windsor Castle Over Sleeping Allegations
The Metropolitan Police has opened an investigation into officers assigned to protective duties at Windsor Castle. The probe follows allegations that some officers fell asleep on duty and left posts unattended.
bbc.co.ukworld68 days ago
Serving Officer and Four Former Officers Investigated Over Handling of Al Fayed Reports
A serving officer and four former officers are under investigation for potential misconduct in how police handled sexual offence reports made against Mohamed Al Fayed before his death. The Independent Office for Police Conduct began a directed investigation in January 2025 after…
yahoo.compolitics68 days ago
Civil Trial Against Andrew Tate Adjourned Pending Details of Reopened Police Investigation
A London civil court has delayed the June trial of four women alleging sexual violence against Andrew Tate after his lawyers sought a stay and police reopened a criminal probe into the decade-old case. Mrs Justice Lambert urged investigators to proceed with urgency while stating…
GB Newsworld73 days ago
Driver Charged in Wimbledon School Crash That Killed Two Girls
Claire Freemantle, 49, has been charged with causing death and serious injury by dangerous driving in a 2023 crash that killed two eight-year-old girls at a London school. The charges follow a reversal of an earlier decision not to prosecute, prompted by criticism from the victim…
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en.antaranews.comworld77 days ago
Indonesian Police Arrest 13 in Alleged Abuse at Yogyakarta Childcare Center
Indonesian authorities arrested 13 individuals following a raid on Little Aresha childcare center in Yogyakarta, where police discovered children with bound hands and feet and signs of injuries. At least 53 children, mostly under two years old, are believed to be victims of abuse…
bbc.co.ukworld81 days ago
BBC Appoints Sara Cox as Radio 2 Breakfast Host Following Scott Mills Dismissal
The BBC has named Sara Cox as the new host of Radio 2's breakfast show after dismissing Scott Mills in March. Mills was removed following new information about a past police investigation into alleged historic sexual offences. Cox, currently the teatime show presenter, will start…
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Body Camera Video Released in Fatal Shooting of Chicago Police Officer
A civilian oversight commission released body camera video from the 2025 fatal shooting of a Chicago police officer by her partner. The footage shows the events leading to the shooting during a pursuit. An investigation and a lawsuit related to the incident are ongoing.
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Photo: Quilia / Unsplashworld84 days ago
Louisiana Man Kills Eight Children, Including Seven of His Own, in Shreveport Shooting
A 31-year-old Louisiana State Guard veteran fatally shot eight children and wounded two women in Shreveport before being killed in a police confrontation. Seven of the children were his, and the incident stemmed from a domestic disturbance amid an impending divorce. Police descri…
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app.buzzsumo.comscience86 days ago
Brazilian Researcher Arrested for Allegedly Removing Virus Samples from Biosafety Lab
Brazil's federal police arrested a virologist at the State University of Campinas for allegedly taking virus samples from a high-security lab. The samples, including chikungunya and dengue, were recovered and deemed safe by authorities. The incident has raised questions in the vi…
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Family of Influencer Says Death During Trip in Zanzibar Does Not Make Sense
An influencer died during a trip with her fiancé in Zanzibar, where she was found unconscious in her villa. Police reported she was pronounced dead at a hospital. Her family stated the circumstances of the 31-year-old's death do not make sense, and her fiancé is being held for qu…
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Fatal Head-On Collision in Niagara-on-the-Lake and Motorcycle Crash in Ballymena on Monday
One person died in a head-on collision involving two vehicles on Niagara Stone Road in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Separately, Jim Wylie, a man in his 60s from the local area, died after his motorcycle collided with a car on Crankill Road in Ballymena. Roads were closed in both location…
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Indiana Toddler Dies from Neglect After Eating Diapers and Drywall
An Indiana toddler named Erik Reichard died from neglect after reportedly eating diapers and drywall due to starvation. Police reported that his parents waited more than 14 hours to call for help. The child's room was described as tidy while the toddler suffered.
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Burglary Reported at $9 Million Hollywood Mansion as Resident Returns Home
A burglary occurred at a $9 million mansion in Hollywood when a woman returned home and confronted the intruders. A neighbor captured footage of several individuals jumping the fence and later fleeing in a vehicle resembling a Kia sedan. Police are investigating the incident.
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Riverside County Standoff Follows Car Chase Involving Grappling Device and Ends in Suspect's Death
A car chase in Jurupa Valley, California, led to a standoff after a suspect crashed into a wall. Authorities deployed a grappling device during the pursuit and later used drones, armored vehicles, and tear gas. Video footage showed an officer using a phone near the scene, prompti…
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19-Year-Old Woman Killed in Dog Attack at Residence
A 19-year-old woman died following a dog attack at a house. Local reports identified the victim as Jamie-Lea Biscoe. Police are investigating the incident.
news.sky.comworld92 days ago
Woman in Her 20s Raped by Several Men Outside Epsom Church After Nightclub Visit
A woman in her 20s was followed from a nightclub and raped by several men outside Epsom Methodist Church in Surrey between 2am and 4am on Saturday. Police have launched an appeal for witnesses and information to identify the suspects. The incident occurred near the town's nightli…
news.sky.comworld92 days ago
Surrey Police Appeal for Information After Rape Outside Epsom Nightclub
Surrey Police have launched an appeal following a report of a woman in her 20s being raped by several men outside Epsom Methodist Church in Surrey. The incident occurred between 2am and 4am on Saturday morning after the woman left a nightclub on Spread Eagle Walk. Officers are co…
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19-Year-Old Woman Killed in Dog Attack at House
A 19-year-old woman died following a dog attack at a house. Local reports identify her as Jamie-Lea Biscoe. The incident occurred recently, with details emerging from community sources.
lamag.comworld93 days ago
Suspect Sought After Stabbing on Los Angeles Metro Bus Near Downtown
A woman was stabbed on an LA Metro bus in downtown Los Angeles on Saturday morning, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. The suspect fled the scene and remains at large. The victim was transported to a hospital for treatment.
Newsweekworld93 days ago
Brian Hooker Detained in Bahamas Over Wife Lynette Hooker's Disappearance at Sea
Brian Hooker, a 59-year-old U.S. national from Michigan, remains in custody as Bahamian authorities investigate the April 4 disappearance of his wife Lynette Hooker after she fell from their dinghy near Elbow Cay. The U.S. Coast Guard has opened a separate probe. Hooker's detenti…
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Two Teenagers Killed in Car Crash from Bridge onto M1 Motorway in Leicestershire
Two teenagers died after their car fell from a bridge over the M1 motorway and struck a minibus on Friday. The incident occurred near junctions 20 and 21, leading to a closure of the motorway in both directions for over 10 hours. Four people from the minibus were hospitalized wit…
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45-Year-Old Man Arrested After Three-Month-Old Girl Dies from Dog Bite in Redcar
A three-month-old girl died following a dog bite at a home in Dormanstown, Redcar, Teesside, on Thursday afternoon. Cleveland Police arrested a 45-year-old man on suspicion of being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control causing injury resulting in death. Two dogs involved…
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Woman Fatally Stabbed in Sylmar; Suspect Remains at Large
A woman in her 30s was fatally stabbed Wednesday night in Sylmar, Los Angeles. The incident occurred around 9:20 p.m. in the 13800 block of Beaver Street and Dronfield Avenue. Police are searching for the suspect who fled the scene.
oneindia.comworld96 days ago
13-Year-Old Girl Dies in E-Bike Fall in Corby, Police Seek Witnesses
A 13-year-old girl died following a fall from an e-bike in Corby, Northamptonshire. Northamptonshire Police have launched an appeal for witnesses to the incident. The event occurred in the town, and authorities are investigating the circumstances.
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Former Meta Employee Investigated for Downloading 30,000 Private Facebook Photos
A former Meta employee in London faces investigation by the Metropolitan Police for allegedly downloading around 30,000 private Facebook user images. The individual, arrested in November 2025, was fired by Meta over a year ago after the breach was detected. Meta notified affected…
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Kent Police Search for Two Men in Connection with Fatal Stabbing of 19-Year-Old in Whitstable
Kent Police are seeking Tobias Agbaje and Kieron Barnes in relation to the death of a 19-year-old man in Whitstable on April 3. The incident occurred on Belmont Road, where officers responded to reports of a serious assault at 02:04 BST. The victim was found dead at the scene, wi…
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Florida Woman Rescues Man from Ocean Who Is Suspect in Double Homicide
A woman identified as Belinda rescued a man from the ocean near Vero Beach, Florida, on March 24. The man was later identified as 64-year-old Jesse Ellis, the primary suspect in the fatal shootings of his estranged wife Stacie Mason and Danny Ooley. Ellis remains at large, and au…