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German charged over cocaine at Perth Airport

A German national has been charged by Australian Federal Police after Border Force officers allegedly discovered a significant quantity of cocaine concealed within his luggage upon arrival at Perth International Airport.

US Mom's 50-Min Venice Chase After Daughter's Ponytail Grabbed

A mother's Venetian holiday turned into a real-life thriller when a 14-year-old pickpocket grabbed her daughter's ponytail. Discover the brilliant method she used to track the thief through the crowded canals and get her property back in a tense 50-minute

Met 'PC Predator' jailed for exploiting burglary victim

Metropolitan Police officer Paul Hoile, 39, has been sentenced to three years in prison after using his position to target and sexually exploit a traumatised burglary victim. The judge condemned his 'egregious breach of trust' in a case that has sent shoc

Aussie Tourist, 25, Dies in Vietnam After Suspected Food Poisoning

A young Australian man's dream holiday in Vietnam ends in tragedy. Jordan McMillan, 25, dies suddenly in a Da Nang hospital after falling violently ill, with his family pointing to suspected food poisoning. A devastating reminder of the risks for travelle

Irish Man Found Dead in Portugal After Vanishing on Holiday

A major investigation is underway after an Irish man disappeared during a holiday in Portugal's Algarve region. His body was discovered days later near a popular tourist attraction, with police treating the death as suspicious.

Fury Over Police Betrayal in Banker Murder Case

Exclusive: Senior Met Police officer faces allegations of misleading the family of City banker shot dead in a suspected hit, with claims the betrayal was to secure a promotion. The victim's widow speaks out.

Police Officer Steals Bank Card from Victim, Gets Sentence

Exclusive: A Metropolitan Police officer has been sentenced after being caught on camera brazenly stealing a bank card from a crime victim's wallet and attempting to use it, in a shocking breach of trust that has rocked the force.

Met Officer Sacked for Tasering Man in Covid Lockdown

A Metropolitan Police officer has been barred from serving after using a Taser on a suspect during a Covid lockdown breach in 2021. The disciplinary panel found his use of force was 'unnecessary and disproportionate'.

Merseyside Police helicopter crew cleared after low chase

The police watchdog, IOPC, has concluded its investigation into a dramatic helicopter pursuit over Merseyside, finding the crew's low-altitude manoeuvres, which sparked public alarm, were necessary and proportionate to detain a suspect.

Italy bans cliff diving after tourist's fatal plunge

Italian officials have issued a stark warning to tourists after a man died cliff diving from a popular beauty spot. The tragedy has prompted immediate safety reviews and calls for an end to the dangerous trend.

Cop Convicted for Stealing Woman's Underwear

Exclusive: A Metropolitan Police officer has been convicted after body-worn camera footage exposed him stealing a woman's intimate clothing from her home during a welfare check. The incident has sparked outrage and serious questions over integrity within

Brit tourist faces decade in Thai jail after fatal crash

A British holidaymaker's reckless 'wheelie' on a rented scooter in Phuket ended in tragedy, causing a fatal collision that sparked a mass street fight and now threatens him with a 10-year jail sentence under Thailand's stringent legal system.

Leicester police lose misconduct appeal

Two Leicester police officers have failed in their bid to overturn misconduct findings after a Court of Appeal ruling. The case highlights ongoing scrutiny of police accountability.

British tourist drugged, robbed of £16k in Rio

A British holidaymaker collapses on a Rio de Janeiro beach after being drugged by two women who spiked his drink and stole £16,000 from his bank accounts. Disturbing CCTV footage captures the brazen crime.

Met Police officers investigated for misconduct

Several Metropolitan Police officers are under investigation for alleged misconduct, including incidents in Epping and Canary Wharf. The probe raises fresh concerns over policing standards.

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