2026's Major Criminal Trials: Key Cases to Follow
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Heroic father drowns trying to save mother and daughter
Mark Ratcliffe, 67, died attempting to save a mother and daughter from heavy seas in Withernsea. He is now being considered for a posthumous royal bravery award. Read the full story.
2026's Major Criminal Trials: Key Cases to Follow
2026 is set for major criminal trials including the Gilgo Beach serial killer, Hollywood's Reiner murders, and new probes into the Zodiac and Black Dahlia cases. Follow our gavel-to-gavel coverage.
Royal bravery award considered for Withernsea sea rescue hero
Mark Ratcliffe, 67, died trying to save a mother and daughter from heavy seas in East Yorkshire. The King's representative is now investigating a posthumous honour. Read the full story.
UK-Turkey manhunt for suspect in brutal Essex murder
Police hunt for Ceyhan Dinler, accused of mutilating and killing a love rival in Essex before fleeing to Turkey. A new documentary reveals chilling details of the case.
Manhunt for suspect in Essex mutilation murder
Police search for Ceyhan Dinler, accused of killing and mutilating a love rival in Chelmsford. The suspect fled to Turkey. A new documentary reveals the investigation's chilling details.
Woman charged with murder after girl, 4, dies in fire
A 45-year-old woman has been charged with murder and arson following the tragic death of a four-year-old girl in a Manchester house fire. Read the latest on this breaking story.
Police banned Maccabi fans over extremist attack fears
West Midlands Police banned Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from an Aston Villa match, citing safety fears from UK extremists. The decision sparked political uproar and a national review. Read the full story.
Chelmsford man mutilated and murdered in love triangle
Cumali Turhan was tortured and killed in Essex. Police found his body in a landfill after a massive 45-day search. The suspected killer remains at large.
Chelmsford man mutilated in love triangle murder
Cumali Turhan was tortured and killed in Essex. Police found his body in a landfill after a massive search. The prime suspect remains at large.
Father's 4-Minute Dash Ends in Daughter's Tragic Death
A Wyoming father recounts the harrowing final call from his daughter, Macey Bradshaw, 20, moments before she was fatally shot in an alleged murder-suicide by her ex-boyfriend. Read the full story.
Illinois Man Missing Over a Month After Bizarre Behaviour
The desperate search continues for Daniel Davis, 59, who vanished in November after showing strange, out-of-character behaviour. His family fears a medical emergency.
Police Chief Stands By Maccabi Tel Aviv Fan Ban Intelligence
West Midlands Police chief defends intelligence behind controversial ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans at Aston Villa match. Read the full committee hearing details.
Police mixed up identities of teens in fatal crash
South Yorkshire Police wrongly told parents their son had died, while another family believed theirs was alive. The IOPC is now investigating this catastrophic error. Read the full story.
Police mixed up identities of teens in fatal crash
South Yorkshire Police wrongly told parents their son had died and another he was alive after a car crash. The IOPC is now investigating the catastrophic error.
Mother's Murder Charge Stands in Toddler's Gun Death
A Georgia judge denies a motion to dismiss a second-degree murder charge against Kealin Lewis, whose 4-year-old daughter died after finding a gun in the family car. The trial is set for this month.
Mother's Murder Charge Upheld in Toddler's Gun Death
A Georgia judge denies a motion to dismiss a second-degree murder charge against Kealin Lewis, whose 4-year-old daughter died after finding a gun in the family car. The trial is set for this month.
Police error: Wrong family told teen died in crash
South Yorkshire Police apologises after wrongly informing a family their 17-year-old son had died in a Rotherham collision. An IOPC investigation is now underway.
Chicago Special Education Teacher Missing After Saturday Appointment
Chicago police search for Linda Brown, a 53-year-old special education teacher, who disappeared on January 3 while driving to an acupuncture session. Her family is terrified.
Lenny Dykstra arrested on New Year's Day drug charges
Former baseball star Lenny Dykstra faces misdemeanour drug charges after a Pennsylvania traffic stop. His attorney denies the allegations. Read the latest developments.
Drunken businessman charged with assault on BA flight
Murad Sabir, 42, faces multiple charges including sexual assault after a vodka-fuelled incident on a British Airways flight to Heathrow. Read the full court details.
Drunken businessman charged with assault on BA flight
Murad Sabir, 42, faces multiple charges including sexual assault after a vodka-fuelled incident on a British Airways flight to Heathrow. Read the full court report.
Father shot dead in Georgia Target parking space argument
Matthew Traywick, 33, was killed in Savannah. A fundraiser supports his wife and three children. Mayor calls for end to gun violence.
Sexual assault at crowded Middlesbrough family event
A 25-year-old woman was surrounded and sexually assaulted by a group of men at a busy Christmas event in Middlesbrough. Police are hunting the suspects and appealing for witnesses.
Father shot dead in Savannah Target car park argument
Matthew Traywick, 33, was killed in a Savannah car park after a dispute over a space. The community mourns the father and Army veteran. Read more on this tragic case.
Gang assaults woman at family Christmas event in Middlesbrough
A 25-year-old woman was surrounded and sexually assaulted by a group of men at a crowded family Christmas event in Middlesbrough. Police are hunting the suspects and appealing for witnesses.
Jimmy Mizen's killer recommended for open prison move
Jake Fahri, who murdered 16-year-old Jimmy Mizen, is set for an open prison after a Parole Board ruling. The move follows his recall for boasting about the killing in drill rap videos. Read the full story.
Nick Reiner Taken Off Suicide Watch in Double Murder Case
Nick Reiner, charged with the murder of his parents Rob and Michele Reiner, has been taken off suicide watch but remains in solitary confinement. Full details on the case.
Transgender chef charged with domestic violence in Oregon
Luna Contreras, a Netflix-featured chef, faces assault charges after an alleged drunken attack on her girlfriend. Her Portland restaurant has since closed.
Kevin Franke's life after Ruby Franke arrest
Kevin Franke has rebuilt his life, gaining full custody of his children and remarrying after his ex-wife Ruby Franke's shocking child abuse conviction. Discover his journey.
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