Reddit tip cracks Brown University shooter case
A crucial tip from a local Reddit user, not advanced AI surveillance, led police to the suspect in the Brown University and MIT killings. Discover how online sleuthing learned from past mistakes.
Category : Police
Man shot dead in north-west London, murder probe launched
Police launch murder investigation after a 55-year-old man was fatally shot in Stonebridge, Brent. The shooter remains at large as forensic teams scour the scene. Anyone with information is urged to contact police.
Moscow mass poisoning leaves three dead, over 40 in hospital
A criminal investigation is underway in Moscow after a mass poisoning left three people dead and dozens hospitalised. The death toll is feared to rise. Follow for the latest updates.
Police Combat Training Linked to Deaths and Injuries
An investigation reveals police combat training drills, a national rite of passage, have caused at least a dozen deaths and hundreds of injuries since 2005. Read the full report.
Violent Police Training Drills Tied to Deaths and Injuries
An AP investigation reveals how aggressive 'RedMan' training exercises at US police academies have led to fatalities and severe injuries. Calls grow for national safety standards. Read the full report.
Missing Teens: Chloe Kelly, 14, and Nico, 15, Sought
Police are urgently searching for Chloe Kelly, 14, and a 15-year-old friend named Nico after they vanished from a Birkenhead home. Anyone with information is urged to call 999.
Reddit user's tip helps police find Brown University shooter
An anonymous Reddit user provided the crucial clue that led police to the suspect in the Brown University shooting. Discover how online vigilance aided the investigation.
16-year-old girl dies after incident at London tube station
A 16-year-old girl, Daisy House, has died after being found on the tracks at Loughton Underground station. Her family pays tribute to their 'bright, beautiful' daughter.
Stockport stabbing: Man rushed to hospital
A man has been taken to hospital with non-life-threatening stab wounds following an incident on Belmont Street in Stockport. Police are investigating. Follow for live updates.
Police hunt man after Nottingham bus stop sexual assault
Nottinghamshire Police release CCTV image after a woman in her 50s was sexually assaulted at a busy city centre bus stop. Call 101 with information.
Manhunt after village Christmas tree and war memorial felled
Durham Police release CCTV image after a cherished Christmas tree doubling as a WWI memorial was chopped down in Shotton Colliery. A crowdfunder for a replacement has been launched.
UK national charged after Melbourne Airport incident
A 35-year-old British national faces serious charges following an alleged attempt to seize an officer's firearm at Melbourne Airport. Read the full details of the shocking altercation.
£20K reward in hunt for Tottenham dad's killers
A £20,000 reward is offered for information on the killers of Mahad Abdi Mohamed, shot dead in Tottenham in a suspected case of mistaken identity. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
Black Eye Friday: UK's Festive Party Night in Pictures
The Friday before Christmas, dubbed 'Black Eye Friday', saw millions across the UK hit pubs and clubs for festive celebrations. See the scenes from Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, and Nottingham.
Boy, 15, charged with murder after fatal Ewell stabbing
A 15-year-old boy has been charged with murder after Alfonso 'Alfie' Sibley, 23, was fatally stabbed outside a Surrey pub. Follow the latest on this breaking crime story.
Reddit Tip and AI Cameras Track Brown University Shooting Suspect
A Reddit tipster's keen observation, not AI surveillance, proved crucial in tracking the suspect in the Brown University shooting. Discover how modern policing and online communities intersected.
Anderson Silva, 50, to Join Police After Boxing KO Win
UFC Hall of Famer Anderson Silva stuns fans by announcing a switch to law enforcement after a brutal boxing knockout. Read about his emotional victory and new career plans.
Police Force Won't Ban 'Globalise Intifada' Chants
West Midlands Police faces criticism for refusing to commit to arresting protesters chanting 'globalise the intifada', following a controversial ban on Israeli football fans. Read the latest on UK policing and antisemitism.
Teen charged with murder after fatal stabbing in Ewell village
A 15-year-old boy has been charged with murder after Alfonso 'Alfie' Sibley, 23, was stabbed to death near a pub in Ewell, Surrey. Police appeal for witnesses.
Met's Back-to-Basics Policing Nets 200+ Arrests
Scotland Yard's Operation Baselife floods central London with officers, making over 200 arrests. This back-to-basics approach proves traditional beat policing works to deter criminals and rebuild public trust.
Met's Operation Baselife Makes 200+ Arrests in Phone Theft Crackdown
London's Met Police launch Operation Baselife, a high-tech, zero-tolerance crackdown on street crime. See how officers made over 200 arrests, targeting phone thieves on illegal e-bikes. Read the full story.
Australia Launches Gun Buyback After Bondi Tragedy
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces a major firearm buyback scheme following the Bondi Beach attack, as a day of mourning is declared and new state laws face political pushback.
Three Found Guilty in Dundee Extortion Death Case
Three criminals convicted for the culpable homicide of Ryan Munro, who jumped from a window to escape their extortion. The High Court heard of an 'environment of menace'. Read the full details.
Police dispersal order for Lakeside Shopping Centre
Essex Police have issued a 48-hour dispersal order for Lakeside Shopping Centre in Thurrock to combat anti-social behaviour. The order runs from Saturday morning until early Sunday.
Urgent appeal for missing Eastbourne children Tahlia and Chae
Sussex Police issue urgent appeal to find Tahlia, 11, and Chae, 13, missing from Eastbourne's Willingdon area. Last seen at 7am on 19 December. Call 999 immediately if seen.
Three Arrested After Armed Police Swarm Grimsby KFC
Armed police descended on a KFC car park in Grimsby after reports of a man with a gun. Three men were arrested and a suspected BB gun was seized. Read the latest updates.
Brown University Shooting: MIT Professor Killed
An MIT professor was killed in a shooting at Brown University. Police are investigating the motive behind the attack. Read the latest updates on this tragic incident.
Teenager Aria Thorpe Stabbed to Death in Surrey
Aria Thorpe, 16, was found with fatal stab wounds in Walton-on-Thames. Her heartbroken family has issued a tribute. Police continue their murder investigation.
Brown University Shooting Thwarted by Tipster Alert
A potential mass shooting at Brown University was prevented after a tipster alerted police. The suspect, a former student, was arrested with an arsenal of weapons. Read the full story.
Homeless Reddit user helped police find Brown University shooter
A homeless man's chilling encounters with Claudio Neves Valente and his crucial Reddit tip provided the breakthrough in the Brown University and MIT professor shootings. Read the full story.
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