Italy Law Lets Mafia Children Break Free from Crime
Italy's 'free to choose' bill offers children under 25 of mafia families new identities and homes to break intergenerational crime recruitment, aiming to save about 400 children annually.
Category : Prisons
Cardiff councillor suspended for two months over protest
Liberal Democrat councillor Imran Latif was suspended for two months after breaching the members code of conduct for his role in a pro-Palestine protest at Cardiff Bay Police Station in June 2024.
Orphanage fire kills 11 children in Algeria heatwave
Eleven children died and 19 were injured in a fire at an orphanage in Algiers, Algeria, during a severe heatwave. Ten fire engines and 16 ambulances responded.
Boy, 11, Dies After Being Hit by Bus and Car Crossing Road
Seth Fulton, 11, died after being hit by a bus and car while crossing Nottingham Road in Chaddesden, Derby, to reach his mother. A coroner ruled it was not safe to cross.
Man banned from Oldham hospital for three years after threats
A 31-year-old man has been banned from entering Royal Oldham Hospital until June 2029 after threatening to set it on fire and abusing NHS staff, Oldham Council said.
Chef, 18, Jailed for Crashing Audi into Pensioner
Sonny Horsfall, 18, was jailed for three years after crashing his Audi into an 84-year-old man in Redcar, fleeing the scene, and texting a friend 'I've killed someone'.
Prison Officer: World Cup with Inmates Safer Than Pub
A prison officer at HMP Oakwood says watching the World Cup with 80 inmates is safer and has a better atmosphere than a pub, with no booze and controlled crowds.
British man in Iran gets additional 2-year sentence
Craig Foreman, a British man jailed in Iran on spying charges, has been given an extra two years in prison for speaking to media. He is on hunger strike.
Prison Officer Safer Watching World Cup Behind Bars
Prison officer Melissa Burgoyne-Cox says watching the World Cup at HMP Oakwood is safer and more controlled than in a pub, with inmates betting canteen items and gathering around 42-inch screens.
GMP Sergeant Demoted Over Vile Comments to Junior PCs
A Greater Manchester Police sergeant has been demoted to constable after making rude and sexualised comments to junior female colleagues during a boozy night out, but escaped the sack due to genuine remorse.
Brazil Hospital Worker Arrested for Newborn Kidnapping Attempt
A nursing technician in Teresina, Brazil, who lied about being pregnant, was arrested for allegedly attempting to kidnap a newborn from a maternity hospital. CCTV captured the suspect leaving with the baby in a bag.
Singer Dies in Bangkok Bar Fire, Boyfriend Attempts Rescue
Thai singer Breeze (Nahathai Satjalert) died in a Bangkok bar fire that killed 30. Her boyfriend tried mouth-to-mouth resuscitation but failed. Two bandmates also perished.
Shirtless man recaptured after escaping Manchester court
A shirtless man was bundled into a police van after escaping custody at Manchester Magistrates Court on Monday, sparking a 25-minute manhunt. A 22-year-old was arrested on suspicion of escaping lawful custody and assaulting an emergency worker.
Elderly Couple Flee Care Home, Found Safe After 32 Hours
Colin, 89, and Claudette Geraghty, 83, fled their care home in Melbourne, Australia, leaving a note vowing to care for each other. They were found 32 hours later after a second escape attempt.
Baby killer Jamie Varley refuses food, cell at HMP Wakefield
Jamie Varley, sentenced to whole-life for murdering 13-month-old Preston Davey, refuses to eat or leave cell at HMP Wakefield, known as 'Monster Mansion', with inmates potentially targeting him.
Husband Jailed for Life for Murder and Cover-Up
Michael Thompson, 56, was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum of 33 years for murdering his wife Kimberley and staging her death as suicide, after years of domestic abuse.
Man Jailed for Life for Rape and Murder of Wife
Michael Thompson, 56, was sentenced to life with a minimum of 33 years for raping and murdering his estranged wife Kimberley Thompson, 43, and staging her death as suicide.
Man Jailed for Life for Rape and Murder of Estranged Wife
Michael Thompson, 56, was sentenced to life with a minimum of 33 years for raping and murdering his estranged wife Kimberley Thompson, then staging a fake suicide scene. He refused to attend court.
Ex-Police Officer Banned for Sexual Misconduct Becomes Ref
Former PC Michael Jones, banned from policing for gross sexual misconduct, became a football referee in north Wales. He is now suspended pending a safeguarding investigation by the FAW.
Clockwork Orange estate judicial review rejected
A High Court judge has rejected a judicial review request to stop the demolition of the Lesnes Estate in Thamesmead, made famous by the film A Clockwork Orange. Resident Adam Turk admits a 'miracle' is now needed to save his home.
Man jailed for defecating on pub wall and wiping with sandwich
Mark Mortimer, 47, was jailed for six weeks after defecating on a social club wall and wiping his bottom with a sandwich at Lydbrook and District Community Social Club.
Mum: son failed after prison transfer led to preventable death
Jake O'Brien, 22, died after being transferred from HMP Liverpool to Forest Bank prison. A watchdog report found 'critical failures' in his care. His mother says his death was preventable and has launched a charity in his memory.
Male Migrant Detainees Spied on Women at Dungavel
A report by the Chief Inspector of Prisons found 43% of women feel unsafe at Dungavel immigration removal centre, with male detainees looking into women's bedrooms.
Ohio House of Horrors: 18-Year-Old Illiterate, Couldn't Write Name
An 18-year-old girl rescued from the Ohio House of Horrors is illiterate and cannot write her name. 16 children lived in squalor; four adults face charges.
Critical Failures at Forest Bank Prison Led to Death of Jake O'Brien
A watchdog report reveals 'critical failures' at Forest Bank prison in the care of Jake O'Brien, 22, who died after being found hanging in segregation. His mother says he was 'failed' by multiple agencies.
Widdecombe supporters 'frightened to death' after murder
Locals who share Ann Widdecombe's views say they are 'frightened to death' after counter-terror police took over the investigation into her murder, with some claiming the death was politically motivated.
Teen accused of teacher murder attempt says knife to 'show off'
A 16-year-old boy on trial for attempted murder of history teacher Vicki Williams told Swansea Crown Court he took a kitchen knife to school to 'show off' to friends, not to hurt anyone.
Rudd and Lammy Launch Prison Review Amid Crisis
Former Tory minister Amber Rudd and Justice Secretary David Lammy begin a six-month review of the prison system, starting at HMP Wandsworth, addressing drugs, drones, and overcrowding.
Motorcyclist in hospital after A44 crash closed road 18 hours
A motorcyclist was taken to hospital after a serious crash on the A44 in Powys, closing the road for 18 hours. Emergency services were called on Sunday afternoon.
Nurse Explains Jamie Varley's Prison Behavior
A Category A prison nurse says baby killer Jamie Varley is 'absolutely terrified' and may be seeking sympathy after refusing to eat or leave his cell at HMP Wakefield.
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