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Life Sentence Sought for Janjaweed Leader's Crimes
ICC prosecutors seek a life term for Janjaweed leader Ali Kushayb, convicted of Darfur atrocities including mass murder. Read the latest on this landmark international justice case.
Prison guard: Notorious robber Bronson set for release
Exclusive: A prison officer reveals Britain's most notorious inmate Charles Bronson could be released within months after nearly 50 years in custody, despite his violent reputation.
Life sentence for couple's murderer in Nottingham
A violent criminal has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the brutal murders of a beloved couple in their Nottingham home, in a case that has shocked the nation.
Tommy Robinson jailed for contempt of court
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson has been sentenced to prison after being found in contempt of court for filming defendants in an active criminal case and broadcasting the footage online.
Roommate breaks silence on Pearce's 146-year sentence
The former flatmate of David Pearce, branded Britain's most dangerous sex offender, speaks out as the monster receives an unprecedented 146-year sentence for horrific crimes across Bristol.
Mother jailed for life after murdering teenage daughter
A mother has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the horrific murder of her 17-year-old daughter, whose body was discovered wrapped in plastic at their family residence in a case that has shocked the nation.
Ex-MP Gareth Ward gets prison for sexual assaults
Disgraced ex-MP Gareth Ward sentenced to prison after being found guilty of multiple sexual assault charges involving a teenage boy and young man.
Boots pharmacist jailed for planning mother's poisoning
A former Boots pharmacist has been sentenced to life imprisonment after meticulously planning to murder his own mother using prescription medication in a shocking case that has rocked the healthcare community.
Children Under 14 'Incapable of Evil' - NSW Review
A groundbreaking NSW review recommends raising the age of criminal responsibility to 14, arguing younger children lack moral capacity and require protection, not punishment.
Algerian 'devil' jailed for life over Lola murder
Dahbia B, labelled a 'monster' and 'devil', receives life imprisonment without parole for the horrific rape and murder of 12-year-old Lola Daviet in Paris. The 31-year-old Algerian national begged for forgiveness during emotional court proceedings.
First 'Guardian Shield' charge: Alleged crime boss in court
Alleged organised crime figure Ferras Merhi, the first person charged under Australia's new 'Guardian Shield' laws, has faced court in a landmark case that could redefine how authorities tackle sophisticated criminal networks.
Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang expands globally
Exclusive investigation reveals how the notorious Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua is transforming into an international criminal empire, with operations spreading across Latin America and raising alarm among global law enforcement agencies.
Woman jailed for fake baby scam with realistic doll
A woman who faked an entire pregnancy and 'birth' using a hyper-realistic reborn doll has been sentenced to prison for her calculated deception that left her partner emotionally devastated.
Couple jailed for life in brutal rape and torture case
A depraved couple who subjected their victim to a horrific ordeal of rape, strangulation and burning have been sentenced to life in prison for their brutal crimes in a case that has shocked the nation.
Mass Killers Share Chilling Pattern, Veteran Journalist Reveals
Exclusive: A veteran crime journalist reveals the terrifying common denominator linking the world's most notorious mass killers after conducting unprecedented prison interviews.
Tommy Robinson faces three-week prison sentence
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson could be jailed for three weeks as he faces contempt of court proceedings following controversial social media posts about an ongoing criminal trial.
Donna Adelson gets life for murder-for-hire plot
In a dramatic courtroom conclusion, Donna Adelson has been sentenced to life imprisonment for orchestrating the contract killing of her former son-in-law, Florida State University professor Dan Markel.
Trans woman gets life for murder of elderly neighbour
Ciara Watkin, 23, receives life sentence with minimum 20-year term for the horrific killing of 71-year-old Brenda Blainey in Edinburgh flat attack.
Diddy Faces Decades in Prison After Assault Conviction
Music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs could receive up to 40 years in prison after being found guilty of federal assault charges in a dramatic court case that has rocked the entertainment industry.
Diddy Faces Decades in Prison Over Federal Charges
Music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs could face extensive prison time as federal prosecutors build multiple criminal cases against him, with sentencing guidelines potentially reaching 30 years.
Man trapped 9 years under abolished IPP sentence
Exclusive investigation reveals how Thomas White, sentenced to 10 months in 2015, remains detained nine years later under the controversial Imprisonment for Public Protection scheme.
Diddy Could Face Decades in Prison Over Assault Allegations
Music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs could face extensive prison time as federal prosecutors consider using hotel surveillance footage as evidence in multiple assault investigations.
Britain's Longest-Serving Prisoner: 55 Years in Solitary
Exclusive: Robert Mawdsley, 70, has spent 55 years in solitary confinement for horrific crimes committed behind bars. Dubbed 'Hannibal the Cannibal', this model prisoner now spends his days writing poetry and studying philosophy, yet has never sought free
KC: Legal Aid Reform 'Astonishing Act of Self-Harm'
In a scathing critique, Thomas Ross KC warns that removing specialist criminal barristers from the Legal Aid Agency's advisory panel is a catastrophic move that will undermine fair trials and worsen the crisis in the UK's justice system.
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.
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
Surgeon Jailed for Life in 'Eunuch Maker' Body Modification Case
A former NHS surgeon has been sentenced to life in prison for performing dangerous and illegal body modifications, including amputations and castrations, in a case that has horrified the UK medical community.
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.
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.
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