Prison officer jailed for smuggling phone to murderer
A female prison officer at HMP Lowdham Grange has been sentenced after smuggling a mobile phone to a convicted murderer, exposing serious security failures within the UK prison system.
Category : Prisons
800+ prisoners freed early in overcrowding crisis
The Ministry of Justice's radical early release scheme will see hundreds of prisoners freed weeks before their scheduled date, raising serious safety concerns among law enforcement and victims' groups.
Foreign nationals underrepresented in UK prisons
Groundbreaking Ministry of Justice data shows foreign citizens make up smaller proportion of prison population than their share of general population, challenging common perceptions about crime and immigration.
Florida executes Victor Jones after 32 years on death row
Victor Jones, convicted of the brutal 1992 murder of 34-year-old Teresa McVay, has been executed by lethal injection in Florida. The victim's daughter watched as justice was finally served after 32 years.
Death Row Killer's Final Two Words Before Execution
Convicted murderer Ivan Cantu maintained his innocence until his final breath in Texas execution chamber, claiming 'I'm innocent' as his last words before lethal injection
Paedophile in women's prison assaults inmate
An outraged father demands justice after his daughter was assaulted by a transgender prisoner with a history of sex offences against children, raising serious questions about prison safeguarding policies.
Prisoner stabbed with homemade tuna can knives
Shocking prison violence erupts as inmate is brutally attacked with weapons crafted from tuna cans, exposing security failures in UK correctional facilities.
Three inmates die as prison staff fail suicide watch
A damning report reveals shocking failures at Pentonville Prison where three prisoners took their own lives while staff supposed to be on 24-hour suicide watch were found asleep, reading, or absent from their posts.
Britain's Longest-Serving Prisoner: 55 Years in Solitary
Exclusive: Robert Mawdsley, 70, has spent 55 years in solitary confinement for horrific crimes committed behind bars. Dubbed 'Hannibal the Cannibal', this model prisoner now spends his days writing poetry and studying philosophy, yet has never sought free
NY prison guards guilty in inmate beating death
Three New York correction officers found guilty of federal crimes for the fatal beating of a restrained inmate, exposing a culture of brutality and cover-ups within the state's prison system.
JD Sports evacuated after white powder discovery in Glasgow
A major emergency response unfolded in Glasgow after a suspicious white substance was discovered at the JD Sports store on Argyle Street, leading to a full evacuation and specialist HAZMAT team deployment.
Man Utd's Anderson jailed in Brazil passport nightmare
Former Manchester United midfielder Anderson, a Champions League winner, endured a terrifying 30-hour imprisonment in a Brazilian jail described as a 'human fridge' after a passport dispute.
Epstein's ex-cellmate attacked in Manhattan jail
Ex-cop Nicholas Tartaglione, who shared a cell with Jeffrey Epstein before his death, has been violently assaulted at Manhattan's Metropolitan Correctional Center, raising serious security concerns.
Paedophile's Unexplained Prison Death Sparks Inquest Mystery
A convicted paedophile was found dead in his cell at HMP Preston in an 'unexplained' incident, prompting a coroner's inquest into the mysterious circumstances surrounding his death.
Inmate's Mocking TikTok from Inside Prison Cell Sparks Probe
An urgent investigation is underway at HMP after a convicted prisoner brazenly posted a TikTok video from inside his cell, humiliating prison chiefs and exposing serious security failures.
Prison Officers Armed with Tasers Over Unprecedented Violence
In a historic move, UK prison officers are to be equipped with Tasers and enhanced body armour to combat an 'unprecedented' surge in attacks by inmates, as new figures reveal a dramatic rise in assaults.
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.
Prison officer jailed for affair with inmate at HMP Woodhill
A female prison officer at high-security HMP Woodhill has been sent to prison herself after a torrid affair with a convicted criminal, exposing a major security breach.
HMP Frankland Inmate Charged with Murder of Fellow Prisoner
A prisoner at HMP Frankland has been charged with murder after a fellow inmate was found dead in his cell. The victim, serving a life sentence, was discovered with serious injuries.
Death Row Inmate's Chilling Final Words: 'Let's Ride'
An Alabama death row inmate uttered the haunting phrase 'Let's ride' moments before a 'botched' lethal injection that took over an hour to complete, sparking renewed outrage over capital punishment in the US.
HMP Exeter Murder Charge: Inmate Charged Over Prison Death
A 28-year-old man has been charged with murder following the death of a fellow inmate at HMP Exeter. The alleged incident occurred within the prison walls, prompting a major police investigation.
McCann Suspect Brueckner Denied Early Prison Release
Convicted rapist Christian Brueckner, the prime suspect in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann, has had his request for early release from a German prison rejected. The decision comes as he continues to serve a sentence for a separate, brutal crime.
Philosophy in Prisons Cuts Reoffending and Bridges Divides
Groundbreaking study reveals philosophy classes in prisons are dramatically reducing reoffending rates and creating a powerful equalising effect among inmates from diverse backgrounds.
Boris Becker's Prison Hell: 'Daily Violence' Behind Bars
Exclusive: Tennis legend Boris Becker reveals the brutal reality of his eight-month prison ordeal, detailing daily violence, survival tactics, and his eventual deportation to Germany in a shocking new interview.
Death Row Inmate Orders 40 McDonald's Burgers in Final Meal
A Missouri death row inmate's bizarre final meal request of 40 burgers from McDonald's precedes a stunning last-minute confession to two additional murders, sending shockwaves through the justice system.
UK Prisons Slash Education Budgets by Up to 50%
Exclusive: Prisons across England and Wales face devastating cuts of up to 50% to education and rehabilitation programmes, sparking warnings of increased reoffending rates and prison violence.
Inside Hellhole Jail Where Charlie Kirk Was Held: Shocking Conditions
Exclusive investigation reveals the squalid reality of Atlanta's infamous jail system, dubbed a 'hellhole' by inmates and activists, following conservative commentator Charlie Kirk's brief detention.
Handcuffed Inmate Escapes Prison Van on Oklahoma Highway
A shocking security breach unfolded on an Oklahoma highway as a handcuffed inmate escaped a prison transport van by breaking a window. The dramatic incident, captured on video, has sparked a major manhunt and raised serious questions about prisoner transp
Tyler Robinson jailed for life in Utah teenager murder case
Exclusive: Tyler Robinson is sentenced to life in Utah State Prison for the brutal murder of 18-year-old Jace Cox. The chilling details of the crime and the victim's family's heartbreak are revealed.
Brian Walshe Stabbed in Prison Amid Wife Murder Case
Brian Walshe, the man accused of dismembering his wife Ana Walshe in a shocking Massachusetts murder case, has been violently stabbed in a prison assault. Exclusive details on the attack and the ongoing investigation.
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