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Florida Sheriff Denies Serial Killer Rumours

Jacksonville Sheriff's Office refutes online claims of a serial killer after three female homicides in three days. Authorities urge calm as investigations continue.

Forensic artist helps jail over 1,300 criminals

Lois Gibson turned her violent assault into a world-record career in forensic art, leading to the identification of 1,313 criminals. Discover how her trauma forged a weapon for justice.

Lady Newlove, victims' commissioner, dies aged 63

Helen Newlove transformed personal tragedy into powerful advocacy for crime victims, becoming Victims' Commissioner and Conservative peer. Her legacy includes the 2024 Victims and Prisoners Act.

Victims' Commissioner Helen Newlove dies aged 63

Baroness Helen Newlove, the Victims' Commissioner for England and Wales, has passed away following a short illness. The fierce campaigner for victims' rights transformed the role. Read her powerful story.

Victims' Commissioner Baroness Newlove Dies at 63

Baroness Helen Newlove, the Victims’ Commissioner for England and Wales, has died after a short illness. A passionate advocate for victims' rights, her legacy transformed the role. Our thoughts are with her family.

Predatory Met Officer David Carrick's Abuse Reign Exposed

Ex-Metropolitan Police officer David Carrick, 48, used his position of power to sexually assault and control multiple women in a shocking pattern of predatory behaviour spanning nearly two decades while serving as a PC.

Starmer delays Hillsborough Law, families devastated

Labour leader Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure as the proposed Hillsborough Law, promising legal parity for victims, faces delays despite pre-election pledges. Families express deep disappointment over the stalled legislation.

Hillsborough Law 'watered down' in new bill

Exclusive: Ministers accused of betraying Hillsborough families with weakened legal reforms as new bill fails to deliver promised 'duty of candour' for public officials.

Three arrested in Westminster Supreme Court protest clash

Dramatic scenes unfolded outside the Supreme Court as trans rights activists and women's rights campaigners clashed, leading to three arrests. The confrontation erupted following a landmark ruling on gender recognition laws.

Netflix's Aileen Wuornos documentary sparks controversy

The new Netflix documentary series about Florida serial killer Aileen Wuornos has drawn criticism from victims' families and law enforcement officials who claim it glorifies a murderer while ignoring the suffering of those she killed.

Cousins jailed for grooming and raping five teenagers

Two predatory cousins have been sentenced to over 28 years for systematically grooming and sexually exploiting five vulnerable teenagers in a shocking case that has rocked West Yorkshire communities.

Halloween Mass Shooting in North Carolina

Tragedy strikes Halloween party in North Carolina as mass shooting leaves multiple casualties and community in shock. Latest updates on investigation and victims.

Fraud victims forced to report crimes to AI chatbots

Exclusive investigation reveals fraud victims are being forced to report crimes to unfeeling AI chatbots instead of human operators, creating a digital nightmare for those already traumatised by scammers.

UK bill grants legal rights to nature

A revolutionary bill introduced in Parliament could transform Britain's environmental protection by granting ecosystems legal personhood rights, following global precedents.

McVey: Prisoners should never get vote

Cabinet Office Minister Esther McVey faces backlash after announcing legislation to permanently ban prisoners from voting, defying European Court rulings and igniting human rights debates.

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