Criminal Couple Jailed for Chaining Victim in Deadly Fire
A depraved criminal couple has been sentenced to life for the horrific murder of a vulnerable man they chained inside a burning house in a calculated act of evil in St Helens.
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Record number of offenders avoid court in Scotland
Exclusive figures reveal a dramatic surge in criminals being diverted from prosecution to social work schemes in Scotland, with over 34,000 cases recorded last year. Critics warn of a 'soft-touch' justice system as serious offenders, including those charg
ICC Pursues Kony, Netanyahu, and Putin for War Crimes
The International Criminal Court in The Hague is making global headlines with cases against Joseph Kony, Benjamin Netanyahu, and Vladimir Putin, highlighting its crucial role in pursuing war crimes justice.
Brazilian 'Dexter' confesses to 100 vigilante murders
Exclusive: A Brazilian security guard's shocking confession reveals a decades-long killing spree targeting criminals he deemed 'unworthy of life', drawing chilling parallels to the TV series Dexter.
Dramatic footage shows kidnapping victims escaping captors
Exclusive footage reveals the heart-stopping moments brave kidnapping victims break free from their captors in daring daylight escapes across the UK.
Chilling Past of UK's Youngest Double Murderer Revealed
A shocking investigation reveals the troubled childhood and systemic failures surrounding the UK's youngest double murderer, a 12-year-old boy with a history of extreme violence and neglect.
Minnesota Man Freed After 25-Year Wrongful Conviction
Bryan Hooper walks free after a quarter-century behind bars as Minnesota court overturns wrongful murder conviction, exposing systemic justice failures.
Judge denies bail reduction in New Orleans kidnapping case
A Louisiana judge has refused to reduce the $1.5m bond for Stanley Burkhardt, the man accused of the brazen kidnapping of a woman from a New Orleans street. The decision comes amid serious public safety concerns and new evidence presented by prosecutors.
Badenoch: Britain's Silence on Criminal Truths Exposed
Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch delivers a stark critique of Britain's failure to confront hard truths about crime, political correctness, and national discourse. An exclusive insight.
UK Overhauls Sentencing: New Powers to Challenge Lenient Sentences
The UK Sentencing Council gains significant new powers, allowing it to proactively refer unduly lenient sentences to the Court of Appeal for review, marking a major shift in criminal justice policy.
New UK sentencing rules for burglars favour tougher penalties
The Sentencing Council for England and Wales announces stricter guidelines for domestic burglaries, emphasising trauma impact and targeting repeat offenders with harsher penalties.
Double Jeopardy Law: The Rule That Freed Michael Weir
An explainer on the controversial double jeopardy law in the UK, the landmark case of Michael Weir, and how this legal principle continues to shape major criminal trials.
Savannah Chrisley's White House Meeting for Prison Reform
Reality TV star Savannah Chrisley takes her family's fight for justice to the highest office, meeting with White House officials to advocate for sweeping prison reform and share her personal story.
Fury as Criminals Dodge Court by Refusing Fiscal Fines
Exclusive data reveals thousands of offenders in Scotland, including those accused of assault and domestic abuse, are avoiding court by rejecting initial 'fiscal fines' and having their cases dropped entirely, sparking outrage from victims' groups.
Ex-Convict Guilty of Revenge Murder on Prison Officer
A former inmate has been convicted for the brutal revenge murder of a prison officer who reported their inappropriate relationship, culminating in a chilling execution-style killing years after their release.
Kim Kardashian Blasts Trump's ICE Raids Amid Law Career
Reality TV icon Kim Kardashian West delivers a powerful condemnation of President Trump's controversial immigration raids, positioning herself as a formidable new voice in criminal justice reform and law.
Murderer's sentence slashed in shock court ruling
A convicted murderer serving a 23-year sentence could be freed early after a landmark High Court ruling deemed his original term 'excessive'. The case has ignited a fierce debate on justice and sentencing in the UK.
Landmark Appeal Overturns 50-Year Murder Conviction
In a stunning legal reversal, the Court of Appeal has quashed the murder conviction of a man imprisoned for nearly five decades for the 1975 Epping Forest killing, citing 'new and compelling evidence' that has rocked the British justice system.
Epping Forest Double Murder Convictions Overturned After 41 Years
The Court of Appeal quashes the 41-year-old murder convictions of two men in a shocking miscarriage of justice case from Epping Forest, citing 'lurid' and unreliable cell confession evidence.
Trump Unveils Hardline DC Crime Crackdown Bill
Former US President Donald Trump announces a hardline anti-crime bill targeting Washington DC, aiming to override local laws and impose stricter penalties, sparking a fierce debate on federal overreach.
Judge orders 24/7 surveillance of Bolsonaro as flight risk
A Brazilian judge has mandated round-the-clock surveillance for former President Jair Bolsonaro, citing a 'concrete' flight risk as he faces multiple criminal investigations. The order includes tracking his movements via ankle monitor and restricting fore
Trump Enacts Cashless Bail Order Transforming US Justice System
In a seismic shift for America's judicial landscape, former President Donald Trump has enacted a groundbreaking executive order to eliminate cash bail, a move set to dramatically alter the US prison system and spark fierce national debate on justice and p
110-Year Truck Sentence Sparks Global Outrage and 5M-Strong Petition
Global petition with over 5 million signatures demands justice for truck driver Harjinder Singh, sentenced to 110 years for a fatal crash in Colorado, as prosecutors now seek sentence review.
Soft Justice Bill: Thousands to Dodge Prison
Exclusive: A landmark new Bill will see prison sentences under 12 months scrapped in England and Wales, allowing tens of thousands of offenders to avoid jail each year. Critics blast the move as a 'dangerous experiment' in soft justice.
Man Confesses to 'Mercy' Killing of His Mother in London
A 40-year-old man from Westminster has stunned authorities by confessing to the killing of his elderly mother, claiming it was an act of mercy. The full details of this tragic and perplexing case are emerging.
Criminals banned from pubs and football matches in new law
A sweeping new law in England and Wales will bar offenders from town centres, pubs, and major events as part of their community orders, creating 'sobriety zones' to curb alcohol-fuelled crime.
Pub and Concert Ban for Violent Criminals Proposed
Violent criminals in the UK could face new 'Entertainment Banning Orders' preventing them from pubs, concerts, and football matches under a major government crackdown.
Death Row Exoneree Reveals 31-Year Ordeal of Wrongful Conviction
Exclusive: After 31 years on death row for a crime he didn't commit, Glynn Simmons shares his traumatic journey through America's flawed justice system and his fight for compensation.
CPS probes Tory YouTube channel over prison filming
The Crown Prosecution Service has initiated a criminal investigation into a Conservative-linked YouTube channel for allegedly filming inside HMP Peterborough without authorisation, following a complaint from the Ministry of Justice.
Senator hangs up on Newsom in furious felony bill clash
Explosive confrontation as Democratic State Senator Josh Newman terminates a call with Governor Gavin Newsom over controversial legislation to remove hiring restrictions for ex-felons, accusing him of political games.
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