Swiss Politician Fined for Shooting Madonna Poster
A Zurich council member has received a suspended fine after firing a sport pistol at an auction poster depicting a 14th-century Madonna and Child painting and sharing images online.
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Man arrested after Bristol museum robbery of 600 artefacts
A 41-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods following the theft of over 600 culturally significant artefacts from Bristol Museum's British Empire and Commonwealth collection.
Flatley's Borrowed Millionaire Lifestyle Revealed in Court
Michael Flatley has been living a lavish lifestyle by borrowing money with an 'insatiable appetite' for cash, a Belfast court heard during a legal dispute over his Lord of the Dance show.
Murderer to Walk Free Despite Judge's 'Die in Prison' Order
Reginald Wilson, jailed for life in 1992 for murdering consultant David Birkett, will be released on licence after 34 years, overturning a judge's declaration he should die behind bars.
Dad Accused of Killing Four Kids, Hiding Bodies During Dates
Wellington Delano Dickens III faces four murder charges after allegedly killing his children, concealing their bodies in his car, and hosting dates from Grindr at his North Carolina home.
11-Year-Old Steers Car to Safety After Father Faints
An 11-year-old boy in Hong Kong demonstrated remarkable bravery by taking control of a moving vehicle after his father lost consciousness at the wheel, preventing serious injury.
Fifth Arrest in Arson Attacks on Keir Starmer Properties
A fifth suspect has been arrested in connection with arson attacks on properties linked to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, with three men due to stand trial in April.
Homeless After £250k Instagram Celebrity Scam
Jennifer Barton, a 44-year-old mother and NHS worker, has been left homeless after handing over £250,000 to fraudsters posing as Hollywood stars on Instagram over two years.
Baltimore Bridge Crew Detained Two Years After Collision
Four senior crew members from the MV Dali remain in Baltimore without criminal charges nearly two years after the ship struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge, killing six workers.
ICE Raids Continue in Minneapolis Despite Trump's Vow to De-escalate
Tensions remain high in Minneapolis as federal immigration raids continue despite President Trump's promises of a more relaxed operation, with community fear and political fallout growing.
Heritage Issues Halt Prison Drone Security Grilles
HMP Manchester's plan to install security grilles to combat drone drug deliveries is stalled by heritage concerns over the Grade II listed Victorian building, despite warnings of a national security threat.
Fifth Arrest in Arson Probe Targeting Starmer's Properties
A 19-year-old man has been arrested in Essex as part of the Metropolitan Police investigation into three suspected arson attacks on properties and a car linked to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer in north London last May.
Knife Homicides Down Nearly 25% in England and Wales
Official figures reveal a dramatic 23% drop in knife-related homicides, contributing to the lowest overall homicide rate since records began in 2003.
Pub Manager Jailed for Prison Drug Smuggling
A 23-year-old pub manager from Cardiff has been sentenced to 50 days in prison after being caught smuggling cannabis sweets and SIM cards into HMP Parc for her boyfriend.
Viewers Sickened by Paedophile's Crimes on Police Custody Show
Channel 4's 24 Hours in Police Custody sparked outrage as it detailed Carson Grimes' horrific abuse of nine young people in Luton, leaving viewers feeling physically unwell and forced to switch off.
Teacher Guilty of Student Abuse Hides in Family Home
Naomi Tekea Craig, 33, admitted to 15 child sex charges against a former student while pregnant with his baby, now living secluded in her Mandurah home awaiting sentencing.
Pub Heater Explosion Trial: Man Denies 'Showing Off'
Dale Carter denies grievous bodily harm charges after a tabletop heater explosion at a Suffolk pub left two women with serious burns. The court heard harrowing details of the incident.
MP Criticises Police Child Checks at Burglary Scene
Conservative MP Kevin Hollinrake condemns North Yorkshire Police for focusing on child welfare concerns rather than investigating a reported burglary at a family farmhouse.
Gunfire and Explosions at Niger's Niamey Airport
Reports emerge of gunfire and loud blasts at Niamey's main airport in Niger, with sources indicating two aircraft were damaged. Authorities have yet to comment on the incident.
Dad's courtroom rant as he's jailed after months on run
Thomas Sweeney launched a furious courtroom outburst as he was finally jailed after months on the run following a violent family brawl in Birmingham's Gay Village.
Father's Retort After Son's Killer Executed 28 Years On
Charles Thompson executed for 1998 double murder in Texas. Victim's father delivers stark three-word response as killer begs for forgiveness before lethal injection.
Record Sex Crimes and Drug Offences Surge in England and Wales
Official ONS figures reveal a record 214,816 sex crimes reported in a year, alongside a significant rise in drug offences to over 225,200, the highest in 13 years.
Tributes for Nurse Alex Pretti Killed by Federal Agents
Friends and family remember Alex Pretti as a kind, compassionate nurse killed by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis, denouncing official characterisations.
Woman Arrested After Knife Incident at Leeds Asda
A 23-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of assault and possession of a bladed article following reports of threats with a knife at an Asda supermarket in Leeds.
Video Shows Federal Officers Clashing with Alex Pretti Before Killing
A bystander video reveals a confrontation between ICU nurse Alex Pretti and federal agents in Minneapolis, 11 days before he was fatally shot, raising questions about police conduct.
Doctor Charged with Grand Theft from Supermarket
A licensed Florida doctor, Lindsey Jae Minshew, faces grand theft charges after allegedly stealing nearly £2,000 worth of shopping from a Target supermarket in Jacksonville.
Two Arrested in Grantham Murder After Fatal Stabbing
Lincolnshire Police have named the victim as Ian Jackson-Winch, 55, and arrested two men on suspicion of murder following a fatal stabbing in Grantham on Monday night.
Car Rams NYC Synagogue in Suspected Hate Crime
A car repeatedly crashed into the Chabad Lubavitch World Headquarters in Brooklyn, causing significant damage. Police have detained the driver as authorities investigate potential hate crime motives.
Lottery Winner Jailed for £288m Counterfeit Drugs Empire
John Eric Spiby, an 80-year-old who won £2.4m on the lottery, has been sentenced to 16 years for leading a massive counterfeit drug operation near Wigan.
Nottingham Rapist Jailed in Absence After Fleeing UK
Aland Ahmed has been sentenced to nine years imprisonment for raping a 15-year-old girl, but remains at large after fleeing the country before his trial concluded at Nottingham Crown Court.
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