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Merseyside gangsters jailed for 100+ years

Twelve members of a violent organised crime group from Merseyside have been sentenced to more than 100 years combined after police uncovered their brutal reign of terror involving chainsaws and firearms.

Baltimore crime rates drop under new prosecutor

Baltimore experiences significant crime reduction as State's Attorney Ivan Bates implements aggressive prosecution strategies and targets repeat offenders, marking a dramatic turnaround for the city.

Leicester murder probe after fatal stabbing

A murder investigation is underway in Leicester after a man in his 20s was found with fatal stab wounds on a residential street. Police have cordoned off St Saviour's Road as forensic teams scour for evidence.

Deliveroo rider disguise used in London shooting

A shocking London crime saw a gunman disguise himself as a Deliveroo rider before opening fire in a residential street. Discover how police tracked down the perpetrator through forensic evidence and witness accounts.

Lime Bike Gangs Steal Parcel Shelves in London Crime Spree

Organised criminal gangs on rental e-bikes are targeting affluent London neighbourhoods, smashing car windows to steal a specific and unusual part – the parcel shelf – in a bizarre new crimewave confounding police and luxury vehicle owners.

Ex-Footballer Jailed for Money Laundering

Former Premier League footballer Richard Duffy has been sentenced to 10 months in prison after admitting to laundering £400,000 in a sophisticated criminal operation. The ex-Portsmouth and Wales defender was caught in a police sting.

Megan Breen Jailed for Vicious Assault and Theft in Gwent

Megan Breen, 25, from Gwent, has been sentenced to prison for a series of violent assaults and thefts, including a brutal attack on a woman she met on a night out. Read the full story of her crimes and the police investigation.

Body found in search for missing teen Lily Higgins

Leicestershire Police confirm the discovery of a body in the search for 19-year-old Lily Higgins, who was reported missing earlier this week. The death is not being treated as suspicious.

Father of Three Stabbed to Death by Moped Thieves in Bronx

A horrific daylight attack in the Bronx claims the life of a 35-year-old father. The victim was fatally stabbed by assailants on a moped in what police are investigating as a potential robbery. The community is left in shock as the hunt for the killers co

Fly-tipping gang ordered to pay £110k for toxic dump

A ruthless fly-tipping gang that orchestrated a massive 500-tonne illegal dump, poisoning a village with toxic fumes, has been brought to justice. Read the full story of the environmental crime and the hefty penalties.

Yacht race cocaine smugglers jailed for 111 years

A sophisticated criminal gang who attempted to smuggle £50 million worth of cocaine into the UK hidden on a yacht competing in a major transatlantic race has been jailed for a total of 111 years. The elaborate plot was uncovered by the National Crime Agen

CCTV: Scooter pensioner steals steaks after court let-off

Shocking CCTV footage reveals a pensioner on a mobility scooter brazenly stealing high-value steaks from a Tesco Express in Kent, just days after being let off for a similar offence. The audacious theft has sparked outrage and raised questions about justi

Man charged for selling suicide chemical online

A 33-year-old man from St Helens has been charged by the National Crime Agency for allegedly selling a lethal chemical compound online and encouraging suicide. Kenneth Law's case is linked to a major international investigation.

Trump Declares National Emergency Over DC Crime Wave

Former President Donald Trump has declared a 'national emergency' in Washington DC, citing soaring crime rates and directly criticising Mayor Muriel Bowser's leadership. The explosive statement comes as the city grapples with a 40% rise in violent crime,

Trump pledges federal force to tackle DC crime

Former President Donald Trump pledges a dramatic federal intervention to tackle violent crime in Washington DC, vowing to override local leadership and send in 'surge' forces if re-elected.

Killer Ukrainian Refugee's Crime Family Ties Exposed

Exclusive investigation uncovers how Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian refugee granted sanctuary in Britain, was a key member of a brutal organised crime syndicate before murdering a pensioner in Leeds.

Dairy Queen Killer Marge Walsh: Chilling Confession

Exclusive: The twisted tale of Marjorie 'Marge' Walsh, the Ohio mother who cold-bloodedly executed a love rival at a Dairy Queen drive-thru. Discover the shocking details of the murder that stunned a community and the killer's own words from behind bars.

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