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Family's FaceTime alert prevents Atlanta airport shooting

A potential mass shooting at the world's busiest airport was averted when a family member on FaceTime alerted authorities about a relative's violent intentions, leading to the suspect's arrest with multiple firearms.

Supreme Court voids gun ban for drug users

In a landmark 9-0 decision, America's highest court has overturned the federal ban preventing unlawful drug users from possessing firearms, declaring it violates Second Amendment rights.

Supreme Court to hear landmark gun rights case

The US Supreme Court is set to examine whether banning marijuana users from owning firearms violates Second Amendment rights in a case that could reshape gun control laws.

Police officer guilty of Jermaine Baker manslaughter

A Metropolitan Police firearms officer has been convicted of manslaughter for the 2015 shooting of Jermaine Baker in Wood Green, marking a significant legal precedent for police accountability in the UK.

Met Police marksman cleared in Baker shooting case

In a landmark decision, the firearms officer known as W80 will not face misconduct proceedings for the fatal shooting of Jermaine Baker during a prison break plot. The ruling ends an eight-year legal battle that has rocked British policing.

Ex-Marine's deadly affair: Murder plot with gas masks revealed

A former Royal Marine stands accused of orchestrating a sophisticated murder plot against his secret lover's husband, employing military-grade equipment including gas masks and multiple firearms in a chilling conspiracy that reads like a spy thriller.

Police shooting leaves man with life-changing injuries

A dramatic four-hour police standoff culminated in officers shooting a man, leaving him with life-changing injuries after family members reported he was threatening others with what appeared to be a firearm.

Man in serious condition after police shooting in London

A man remains in serious condition after being shot by Metropolitan Police officers during an incident in West London. The Independent Office for Police Conduct has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

Parents left teen with 19 guns during holiday

Shocking case reveals Florida couple abandoned their 14-year-old with 19 guns and minimal food while holidaying in Germany. Exclusive details on the investigation and charges.

Publix Faces Backlash Over Florida Open Carry Policy

Florida's Publix grocery chain finds itself at the centre of controversy as new legislation permits open carry of firearms in stores, sparking customer safety concerns and divided public opinion.

Synagogue victim bears no ill will toward police

Exclusive interview with Manchester synagogue attack survivor who bears no ill will toward firearms officers despite suffering horrific bullet injuries during the counter-terrorism operation.

Florida bill permits armed protection at religious sites

Florida lawmakers advance groundbreaking legislation permitting designated personnel to carry firearms after specialised training, aiming to fortify security at churches, synagogues and mosques against rising threats.

Parking wardens get army training to handle public abuse

Parking wardens across the UK are being sent on a new 'boot camp' training programme, inspired by military techniques, to help them handle rising levels of public abuse and aggression. The initiative aims to improve resilience and de-escalate tense situat

Putin Loses 18 Officers in Catastrophic Ukrainian Strike

A catastrophic Ukrainian missile strike on a secret command post near the front lines has eliminated 18 high-ranking Russian officers, including two generals, in one of the war's most significant single losses for Moscow's military leadership.

Met Police Urge Arming Officers Against Knife Crime

An internal Metropolitan Police review calls for a significant increase in armed officers to better protect the public and frontline police from the growing threat of knife attacks in the capital.

Nine Met Police Officers Suspended in Behaviour Probe

Nine Metropolitan Police officers have been suspended following serious allegations of misconduct at Charing Cross police station, prompting a major internal investigation into behavioural standards.

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