Drone Smuggling Attempts Reported Near HMP Wandsworth
Residents report drone smuggling attempts and inmate noise at HMP Wandsworth amid scrutiny after Daniel Khalife's escape.
Category : Prisons
Mother Condemns Sentencing Guidelines After Son's Killer Avoids Jail
Mother of 15-year-old killed by hit-and-run driver criticises Scotland's sentencing guidelines for under-25s, which prioritise rehabilitation over punishment.
Family tribute after mum's unexplained death
Hannah Fry, 29, died in hospital after becoming unwell at a property in Longridge, Lancashire. Two men arrested and bailed as police investigate.
Victorian Prison Walls Stalling Anti-Drone Measures
Crumbling Victorian walls delay anti-drone netting in prisons, as drone incidents rise over 1,000% in four years.
Bronson Protests Over Apple Crumble Without Custard
Charles Bronson staged a sit-down protest at Wakefield Prison after his apple crumble was served without custard, forcing riot squad intervention.
Colombia's Public Utility Law Frees Over 200 Imprisoned Mothers
Colombia's 2023 Public Utility Law has freed over 200 jailed mothers, but campaigners say the impact is far below expectations.
Exeter residents act as human bollards to enforce bus gate
Exeter campaigners act as human bollards to block 70 vehicles from a buses-only road, demanding enforcement of Active Streets Trial bus gates.
US rapist who fled to Scotland dies in US hospital
American rapist Nicholas Rossi, who fled to Scotland and faked his death, has died in a Utah hospital from complications of a medical condition.
Trump border czar: ICE officer should not have cleared vetting
Tom Homan says ICE officer in Maine fatal shooting should not have cleared vetting after abuse allegations, as investigation into vetting process failure continues.
Boy, 16, charged with murder of teenager in Luton park
A 16-year-old boy has been charged with murder after a 17-year-old died from multiple stab wounds at Kingsway recreation ground in Luton. Four others arrested.
US tourist vanishes in Grenada, husband issues heartfelt plea
Elizabeth Waddell, 44, from North Carolina, disappeared at Grand Anse Beach in St George's, Grenada. Her husband has flown to the island to help search.
Man jailed for filming in court causing trial collapse
Christopher Ponting has been jailed for eight months after intentionally filming inside a courtroom, causing a murder trial to collapse and restart.
Palma Airport Strike: Hand Luggage Only for Ryanair, easyJet, Jet2
Palma de Mallorca Airport advises passengers to travel with hand luggage only as strikes by two worker groups cause delays, especially on July 28 when walkouts overlap.
Stepdad Covered in 120 Bed Bug Bites at Haven Park
A stepdad was covered head-to-toe in 120 bed bug bites during a stay at Haven's Devon Cliffs Holiday Park, leaving the family in tears and vowing never to return.
David Lammy under fire as two more prisoners mistakenly freed
Two more prisoners freed in error from Wandsworth jail, putting pressure on Justice Secretary David Lammy after earlier similar incident.
Mick Philpott prepares parole bid after killing six children
Mick Philpott, who killed six of his children in a house fire, is preparing to apply for parole after 14 years in prison. He claims he has been rehabilitated.
America's Most Isolated Inmate Recounts 36 Years in Solitary Confinement
Thomas Silverstein, America's most isolated inmate, spent 36 years in solitary confinement. He described the ordeal in a lawsuit, detailing extreme isolation and disorientation.
Funeral director Robert Bush sentenced for 67 offences
Robert Bush, who gave grieving families wrong ashes while bodies decomposed at his site, faces sentencing at Hull Crown Court for 67 offences over 12 years.
Acid attacker Burns to be released from prison
William 'Basil' Burns, who threw sulphuric acid in journalist Russell Findlay's face in 2015, is due for release from prison on Wednesday.
Prison tutor admits relationship with inmate at HMP Chelmsford
Melissa Murphy, 48, pleaded guilty to misconduct after letters and a photo of an inmate were found at her home.
Transgender Inmate Sexually Assaults Women After Transfer to Female Prison
Transgender inmate Karen White sexually assaulted women after transfer to a female prison, sparking debate over safety and Gender Recognition Act reforms.
Major Incident at Fistral Beach in Newquay
A major incident has been declared at Fistral Beach in Newquay, with police, coastguard, ambulance, and RNLI lifeboats deployed. No official statement has been released.
Wrongful Prison Releases Surge as System 'Broken', Justice Secretary Lammy Faces Scrutiny
Mistaken releases of prisoners surge 128% as poor communication and technology failures plague England's jails, exposing deep systemic cracks.
Mother Demands Answers After Son Dies in Balcony Railing Collapse
Mother campaigns after son Joshua Robbins, 23, dies when balcony railing collapses in London flat. Housing association cooperates with police probe.
Baby girl among four killed in A38 crash, driver arrested
Four people including a baby girl died after a car crashed into trees on the A38 in Derby. The driver, a 33-year-old man, has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
Man who set homeless person on fire dies in prison after Spice
Khaled Hassan was found unresponsive in his cell at HMP Northumberland after inhaling synthetic cannabinoid Spice, a report found. He was serving nine and a half years for setting a rough sleeper on fire.
Ian Huntley Could Be Moved to £300k Secure Hospital if He Survives Attack
Soham killer Ian Huntley may be moved to a £300k-a-year secure hospital if he survives a prison attack, with Ashworth Hospital the likely destination.
UK Tourists Warned: Long Queues at 11 EU Airports
British tourists face long queues at 11 European airports due to the new EU Entry/Exit System, with some missing flights. Which? identifies worst-affected airports.
Diddy's prison life: job, rehab, and appeal battle
Sean 'Diddy' Combs, now inmate 37452-054, serves 50 months at Fort Dix for prostitution-related convictions. He works as a chaplain's assistant, participates in drug rehab, and awaits an appeal ruling.
Man charged with murdering ex-partner dies in prison
Lee Greenan, charged with murdering ex-partner Vikki Soloman in Edinburgh, has been found dead at HMP Edinburgh, reportedly by suicide.
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