Man arrested after terrorizing victims with fake gun to steal phones in Piracicaba
Police arrested a man in Piracicaba who robbed two people using threats with a fake firearm. The suspect was traced through the stolen phone's GPS tracking system.
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Testimony concludes in Lindsay Clancy's Massachusetts murder trial after 85 witnesses. Closing arguments begin Thursday as jury decides between first-degree murder, second-degree murder, manslaughter, or not guilty by reason of insanity.
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FBI Kills Suspect in Bakersfield Bank Hostage Standoff; 10 Hostages Freed
FBI personnel fatally shot a man who took 10 hostages at a Chase Bank building in Bakersfield, California during a bomb threat. All hostages were safely released.
Police chief apologises for arresting dying murder victim
Hampshire Police Chief Constable apologizes to family of Henry Nowak, 18, who was handcuffed and arrested while dying from stab wounds after his killer falsely claimed racial abuse. The incident has sparked political controversy over police response protocols.
Spanish court hears final witness testimony in 'hermanísimo' case amid allegations of predetermined job placement
Witness testimony concludes in the 'hermanísimo' case against Pedro Sánchez's brother David, with the UCO (police unit) accusing Socialist officials of potential perjury regarding a predetermined government position.
Immigration judge orders deportation of murdered teen despite death notification
A North Carolina immigration judge ordered the deportation of a Honduran teen who was murdered in 2024, proceeding with the hearing despite being notified of his death and presented with police records.
Brazil's Supreme Court schedules trial of Eduardo Bolsonaro on coercion charges
Brazil's Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes has scheduled a criminal trial against Eduardo Bolsonaro for June 16, involving allegations of coercion and activities conducted in the United States.
NYC Police Investigate Videos of Men Emerging From Sewer System
New York police are investigating viral videos showing groups of men exiting the city's sewer system, sparking widespread conspiracy theories and public concern about underground activity.
Court Orders Raia Drogasil to Stop Conditioning Discounts on CPF Disclosure
Brazilian court condemns Raia Drogasil to pay R$10 million for coercing customers to provide CPF data in exchange for discounts, ruling the practice constitutes economic coercion and indirect tied selling.
UK student's death in police custody sparks George Floyd comparisons amid political backlash
A UK student's death while handcuffed by police has ignited national controversy, with bodycam footage fueling criticism and far-right groups attempting to weaponize the incident for political purposes.
Spanish court orders royal jeweler to appraise items seized from Zapatero's office
Spain's National Court has commissioned a royal jeweler to appraise hundreds of jewels discovered during a search of former PM Zapatero's office in the Plus Ultra corruption case.
São Paulo prosecutors seek conviction of 7 cops tied to PCC in money laundering case
São Paulo prosecutors requested the conviction of 11 people, including 7 civil police officers, for connections to the PCC criminal faction in money laundering, extortion, and drug trafficking cases stemming from the murdered informant Vinicius Gritzbach.
Four sentenced to death for 2022 Nigerian church attack that killed worshippers
A Nigerian court sentenced four men to death for a 2022 attack on a Catholic church in Ondo state that killed worshippers. The verdict follows a high-profile trial with testimony from survivors, including a woman who lost her legs and eye.
FBI shoots dead bank hostage-taker in California standoff
An armed suspect barricaded himself with hostages inside a Bakersfield Chase Bank on Tuesday following a bomb threat. The FBI fatally shot the suspect on Wednesday after negotiations, with all remaining hostages released unharmed.
Brazilian court bars Raia Drogasil from conditioning discounts on personal data
A Brazilian judge condemned Raia Drogasil to pay R$10 million for collecting customer CPF data as a condition for discounts, ruling the practice constitutes economic coercion and violates consumer protection and data privacy laws.
Short Seller Andrew Left Convicted of Fraud in High-Profile Case
Prominent short seller Andrew Left was convicted of securities fraud by a U.S. jury, marking a significant legal setback for an already declining short-selling community.
Norwegian teen arrested in UK hotel with guns in alleged Swedish crime group hit plot
A 19-year-old Norwegian was arrested in Huddersfield with firearms after allegedly traveling to the UK to carry out a contract killing for a Swedish organised crime group linked to Iran. He has pleaded guilty to firearms possession but denies conspiracy to murder.
Four migrant workers burned alive in Calabria petrol station attack
Four migrant farm workers were allegedly burned alive in a car at an Italian petrol station in a suspected mafia-linked attack, reigniting focus on widespread exploitation of foreign laborers through the gangmaster system.
Mexico's Silent Crime: Extortion Now Affects All Sectors as Police Join Gangs
Mexico faces a rapidly escalating extortion epidemic affecting all society levels, with corrupt police and criminal gangs extracting nearly $900m annually while victims remain silent due to death threats and institutional corruption.
Spanish court documents allege PSOE operation directed to protect PM Sánchez
Spain's UCO police unit concludes that an alleged covert PSOE operation was directed by party officials to protect PM Sánchez's interests, though government denies involvement.
Tom traição Adriana por dinheiro no julgamento de Quem Ama Cuida
In the Brazilian soap opera Quem Ama Cuida, protagonist Adriana faces trial for murder with a shocking betrayal when her best friend's husband Tom testifies against her after being paid by lawyer Ademir.
SNP embezzlement: How Murrell stole £400k—but his motive remains a mystery
Peter Murrell, former SNP chief executive, embezzled over £400,000 using privileged access to party accounts through credit cards and false data entries. Court details reveal sophisticated tactics but his motive remains unexplained.
Riot police clash with protesters at killer's home in Southampton
Riot police clashed with protesters in Southampton demonstrating over the murder of 18-year-old student Henry Nowak, with crowds gathering outside the home of the convicted killer Vickrum Digwa.
Suspect Barricaded With Hostages in Bakersfield Bank; Two Released
A suspect barricaded himself in a Bakersfield Chase bank with hostages after a bomb threat call, leading to an hours-long standoff. Negotiators secured the release of two hostages with no injuries reported.
Underworld figure Mick Gatto arrested in financial offences investigation
Victorian police arrested underworld figure Mick Gatto at his Mount Martha home as part of an investigation into alleged financial offences. Taskforce Hawk, which focuses on construction sector crime, executed the warrant.