Scots Firm Fined £50,000 for Dad's Scissor Lift Death
A Scots firm has been fined £50,000 after Steven Tervit, 32, was fatally ejected from a scissor lift at a technology centre in Renfrew in 2023.
Category : Prisons
Gangster Snared by DNA on Hankie at Rival's Grandmother's Home
Marcus Laidley-Sobers was jailed for 21 months after dropping a tissue at the home of a rival gang member's grandmother, leading to his DNA identification.
Men Jailed for Life for Gang Rape in Bangladesh Woods
Three men in Bangladesh were sentenced to life imprisonment for luring a woman to a forest under the guise of meeting a potential husband and gang raping her in 2023.
Nowak killer terrified as fate in new prison revealed
Vickrum Digwa, serving 21 years for murdering Henry Nowak, is too scared to leave his cell at HMP Frankland, a former inmate reveals, detailing the killer's fears for his safety.
M23 near Gatwick closed after fatal crash, severe delays
The M23 southbound near Gatwick Airport has been closed since a fatal crash at around 1am. The carriageway is expected to remain shut until at least early afternoon, causing severe delays for rush-hour traffic and airport travellers.
Serial Killer 'The Serpent' Free After Slaughtering Tourists
Charles Sobhraj, known as 'The Serpent', murdered at least 20 tourists across Asia in the 1970s. He was released from a Nepalese prison in 2022 at age 82.
From Scrap Metal to Crime Boss: Jamie Daniel's Rise
Jamie Daniel rose from petty crime in Possilpark to become Scotland's top underworld figure, worth £16m yearly, feared by rivals, and described as 'untouchable' by police.
Rapist Dies Six Months Into Sentence After Refusing Flu Jab
Charles Pratt, 72, died from pneumonia just six months into a 27-year sentence for 19 sex offences after refusing a flu vaccination in HMP Leeds in October 2024. A coroner ruled natural causes.
BA Suspends Four Crew After Alleged Boozy Night in Barbados
British Airways suspends four cabin crew after heavy drinking at a Barbados resort led to the cancellation of flight BA254, stranding up to 336 passengers in Bridgetown.
Bungling Burglar Caught on Camera Stealing BMW with Tracker
Adam Lamb, 23, was jailed for 30 months after being caught on camera stealing a BMW fitted with a tracker, leading police to arrest him within 35 minutes.
Rapist Damien Jones Gets 23-Year Sentence for Child Abuse
Damien Jones, 40, has been sentenced to 23 years as an offender of particular concern for repeatedly raping and sexually assaulting a young girl between 2013 and 2021.
Prisoner's Sentence Extended to 5 Years for Sex Video With Guard
Declan Winkless, 31, had his sentence increased to five years by the Court of Appeal after recording and sharing a video of sex with prison officer Alicia Novas, who received three years.
Prison Education Cuts Fuel Drug Use and Violence: Watchdog
Charlie Taylor warns that cuts to prison education by up to 50% are driving drug use, self-harm, and violence. The public may face increased risk as thousands of prisoners are released.
Drug driver who fled police car after crash jailed nine months
David O'Toole, 40, fled from a police car after a crash in Wirral, escaping for nine months before being found at a caravan park in North Wales. He was jailed for nine months.
Woman, 22, Dies in Nottinghamshire Skydiving Incident
British Skydiving has launched a Board of Inquiry after a 22-year-old woman died in a skydiving accident near Langar Airfield, Nottinghamshire. The experienced skydiver was pronounced dead at the scene on Sunday.
Jealous Man Jailed 19 Years for Fire That Killed Ex-Boyfriend
Stephen Dale, 47, was jailed for 19 years for killing Daniel Gardner, 36, by setting fire to his flat in Birmingham. He held a grudge and recruited Tyler Phythian, 19, who was also sentenced.
Inmate's Sentence Increased for Filming Sex with Officer
Declan Winkless, 31, had his sentence increased to five years after filming sex with prison officer Alicia Novas and leaking on Snapchat. The original three-year-four-month term was deemed too lenient.
Brit, 20, fighting for life after Zante quad bike crash
Bradley Belhomme, 20, from Salford, is in a coma in an Athens hospital after a quad bike crash with a coach on a lads' holiday in Zante, Greece, on July 3. His family is desperate for answers and support.
Soham Murderer Ian Huntley Dies After Prison Attack
Ian Huntley, who murdered Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman in 2002, has died after being attacked at HMP Frankland.
Jamie Varley's Warning Signs Exposed by Ex-Neighbour
A former neighbour reveals Jamie Varley's disturbing behaviour years before he murdered 13-month-old Preston Davey. Varley, a former teacher, is serving a whole-life order.
Soham Killer Ian Huntley May Receive Taxpayer-Funded Funeral
Soham killer Ian Huntley could have his funeral paid for by taxpayers under prison policy, sparking calls for Justice Secretary to intervene.
Nowak's Killer Faces Terrifying Prison Reality, Ex-Inmate Says
A former inmate of HMP Frankland reveals the grim reality Vickrum Digwa faces after refusing a wing, including solitary confinement, no TV, and constant harassment from other prisoners.
Explosion in Limassol: Police Investigate Nightclub Blast
A reported explosion in Limassol, Cyprus, has damaged a nightclub or cultural centre entrance. Police have cordoned off the scene and launched an investigation.
North London Fire: 80 Firefighters Battle Wood Green Blaze
Eighty firefighters and 12 engines tackled a blaze on High Road, Wood Green, near Turnpike Lane tube station. The fire affected two mixed-use buildings and 15 residents were evacuated; two were hospitalised for smoke inhalation.
Lawsuit Alleges ‘Horrific’ Conditions at Chicago ICE Facility Holding Migrants
Lawsuit alleges Chicago ICE facility holds migrants in overcrowded, unsanitary conditions with cockroach infestations, denied basic necessities.
New Jersey Inmate Beaten to Death in Cell, Body Unfound for Two Days
New Jersey inmate beaten to death in cell, body undiscovered for two days; cellmate charged with murder; investigation launched.
Teacher Banned for 'Satanic Ukrainian Nazis' Comments
William Garwood, a teacher at St Mary's Menston Catholic Academy, has been banned after telling pupils Ukrainians are Nazis and that gay and transgender people are mentally ill.
Relative of Ohio 'house of horrors' family gets death threats
A relative of the Ohio family arrested after 16 children were found in squalid conditions says he and his family have received death threats, forcing them to live like 'hermits'.
Ian Huntley 'Effectively Dead' After Life Support Withdrawn Following Prison Attack
Soham killer Ian Huntley is 'effectively dead' after life support was withdrawn following a prison attack at HMP Frankland.
Ian Huntley Dies After Prison Attack; Daughter Speaks Out
Ian Huntley dies after prison attack; daughter Samantha Bryan speaks of relief. The Soham murderer was assaulted with a metal pole at HMP Frankland.
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