MPs demand overhaul of victims' compensation scheme
Calls grow for a fundamental review of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority as victims report traumatic delays and complex claims processes. Read the full investigation.
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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 Baroness Helen Newlove Dies at 63
Tributes are paid to Baroness Helen Newlove, the passionate Victims' Commissioner for England and Wales, who has died following a short illness. Read about her powerful legacy.
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.
Killer freed on bail murders young father after rape charge
Exclusive: A dangerous criminal released on bail for a brutal knifepoint rape went on to murder a young father in a vicious attack, raising serious questions about Britain's justice system.
Woman Crime Boss Jailed for Beating Corrie Star's Cousin
A violent female gang leader who orchestrated a horrific attack on Coronation Street actress Ellie Leach's cousin has been sentenced to prison in a case that reveals the dark underworld of organised crime.
Police remove 3,500 knives from UK streets in crackdown
A massive police operation across England and Wales has resulted in the seizure of over 3,500 knives and weapons, with hundreds of arrests made in a coordinated effort to tackle violent crime.
Michigan Babysitter Charged in Fatal Screwdriver Stabbing
A Michigan community reels after a babysitter allegedly stabbed a man to death with a screwdriver in a brutal attack that has left residents questioning their safety.
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.
Knife attack survivor reveals horror of random stabbing
A young woman shares her terrifying ordeal after being randomly stabbed in the neck while walking home, leaving her with permanent scars and trauma. Exclusive interview reveals the full story.
London knife crime sees significant drop under Labour strategy
Exclusive: Labour's policing lead reveals major progress in tackling knife crime as new statistics show dramatic reduction in violent offences across the capital.
Peru deploys military against violent crime wave
Peruvian armed forces join police patrols in Lima and Callao as government declares 60-day state of emergency to combat soaring homicide rates and organised crime.
South Carolina man charged with murder after captivity case
Shocking details emerge as Donnie Birchfield Jr faces murder charges after a victim was found dead following days of captivity in a brutal South Carolina case.
Asylum seeker jailed for 23-stab hotel attack
A failed asylum seeker has been sentenced to life imprisonment after stabbing a woman 23 times in a horrific hotel room attack in Walsall. The court heard how Lawand Hassan stalked his victim before the near-fatal assault.
Woman's terrifying abduction caught on CCTV in night attack
Shocking CCTV footage captures the moment a woman was violently abducted outside her home in a quiet residential area. The chilling incident has sparked a major police investigation and left local residents terrified.
BTK Killer's final victim reveals chilling near-miss
Exclusive insight into how BTK serial killer Dennis Rader selected his victims, as survivor shares harrowing near-miss experience that changed her life forever.
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.
Mother and two children shot dead at petrol station
A family tragedy unfolds at a Texas gas station as a mother and her two young children are fatally shot in a devastating attack that has left the community in mourning.
Fraudster jailed for £50k elderly scam faces deportation
A Romanian criminal who preyed on elderly Britons through a sophisticated call centre fraud operation has been sentenced to prison and faces deportation after stealing over £50,000 from vulnerable victims.
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.
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
Trump pledges National Guard surge in Memphis crime speech
Former President Donald Trump vows to deploy the National Guard to Memphis in a hardline speech, criticising local leadership and linking crime to illegal immigration during a visit to the city reeling from the murder of Eliza Fletcher.
Plymouth man jailed for 13 years over brutal hammer attack
A Plymouth man has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for a brutal hammer attack on a sleeping man in his own home. Joshua Hart, 29, was convicted at Bristol Crown Court for the premeditated assault.
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,
Caroline Stanbury's Terrifying London Carjacking Ordeal
Real Housewives of Dubai star Caroline Stanbury recounts the moment masked assailants attacked her chauffeur and stole her Range Rover in a brazen London carjacking, highlighting a surge in violent crime.
NC Mother Stabbed by Ukrainian Refugee She Hosted
A North Carolina mother is fighting for her life after a brutal stabbing allegedly by a Ukrainian refugee she had welcomed into her home. The community is reeling from the attack that raises questions about refugee support systems.
Elderly man fights Rolex thieves in violent NYC mugging
Shocking footage captures the moment an elderly pensioner valiantly battles two thieves attempting to steal his luxury Rolex watch in a violent midday attack in New York City.
Trump's Chicago crime speech sparks fierce backlash
Former President Donald Trump faces a fierce backlash from Chicago officials and community leaders after a controversial speech where he labelled the city a 'haven for criminals' and appeared to blame its crime rates on Democratic policies and sanctuary c
Grandmother: Trump saved me from violent attack in DC
An elderly Washington DC grandmother credits former President Donald Trump with preventing a brutal crime after he reportedly alerted her to a dangerous stalker. Exclusive details on the shocking incident that has captivated America.
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