Murder Conviction Overturned After 33 Years, But Attorney General Appeals
Christopher Dunn's murder conviction overturned after 33 years, but Missouri Attorney General appeals, delaying his release.
Category : Prisons
Man Detained After James Bulger's Grave Vandalised Again
A 78-year-old man arrested for vandalising James Bulger's grave in April has been detained under the Mental Health Act. Police confirm investigation concluded.
Teen Charged with Murder After London Stabbing
A 16-year-old boy has been charged with murder following the death of 15-year-old Jamal Ringrose, who was stabbed in north-west London on May 30.
Paedophile Coach Bill Kenneally Dies in Prison at 75
Convicted paedophile basketball coach Bill Kenneally, who abused 10 boys over two decades, has died in Midlands Prison aged 75. Victims seek state apology.
Elf Actor Faizon Love Jailed in Florida Contempt Case
Faizon Love, known for his role in Elf alongside Will Ferrell, has been jailed in Florida on two counts of contempt of court. His mugshot has been released.
Ian Huntley's Daughter Reveals Killer's Selfish Response to Her Pleas for Answers
Ian Huntley's daughter Samantha Bryan reveals his selfish response when she asked why he killed Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman.
Aberdeen Airport Security Staff Vote for Strike
Security staff at Aberdeen Airport have voted unanimously for strike action over pay, threatening summer travel disruption despite deals at other Scottish airports.
Lucy Letby Receives Birthday Cards From Fans In Prison
Lucy Letby receives birthday cards from fans in prison, enjoys privileges as Category A inmate, and faces retrial next year.
British Expat Who Killed Terminally Ill Wife Dies in Cyprus
David Hunter, 78, convicted of manslaughter for suffocating his terminally ill wife Janice in 2021, has died in a Cypriot hospital. His family confirmed the news.
Lizzie Cundy Banned from Ascot Over Revealing Dress
Lizzie Cundy was turned away from Royal Ascot for wearing a see-through dress with cut-outs, violating the strict dress code. She later apologized for any offense caused.
Partey Loses Visa Appeal for Canada World Cup
Ghana's Thomas Partey loses visa appeal in Canada due to undisclosed rape charges, missing World Cup match against Panama.
Unlocked: A Jail Experiment Season 2 Cast Revealed
Netflix's Unlocked: A Jail Experiment season 2 follows inmates at Pinal County Jail as they self-govern. Meet the cast including Sheriff Ross Teeple and inmates transforming their lives.
Father Convicted of Murdering Daughter in 'Play-Fight' Stabbing
Simon Vickers convicted of murdering daughter Scarlett, 14, in Darlington after claiming play-fight went wrong.
Prisoners Could Be Released Up to Two Months Early to Ease Overcrowding
Justice Secretary Alex Chalk announces early release of low-level prisoners by up to two months to tackle overcrowding in England and Wales prisons.
Prison Phones Given to Scottish Inmates Used for Drug Deals, Claims Report
Scottish Government's 'unhackable' prison phones used for drug deals; over 720 tampered with, sparking criticism of Nicola Sturgeon.
Female Prison Guard Jailed for Relationship with Murderer
Female prison guard Jennifer Gavan jailed for relationship with murderer Alex Coxon at HMP Berwyn, UK's largest prison.
Transgender Inmate Found Dead in Men's Prison After Pleas for Transfer
Transgender inmate Vicky Thompson found dead in HMP Leeds after being sent to men's prison despite pleas for transfer to female facility.
James Bulger killer Robert Thompson says murder gave him 'better life'
Robert Thompson says James Bulger murder led to a 'better life' in prison, in a 2001 parole board statement obtained for a Channel 5 documentary.
Drone Drops and Fentanyl: The 'Crisis' That Has Killed Five at a UK Prison
Five prisoners have died from overdoses at HMP The Mount due to spice laced with fentanyl, with drones and throwovers delivering drugs.
Triple Killer Named As Ian Huntley's Prison Attacker
Triple murderer Anthony Russell named as suspect in attack on child killer Ian Huntley at HMP Frankland, leaving him critical.
Teacher Barred for Ignoring Work Ban with Children
Ceyhan Unluer, a supply teacher, ignored instructions to stop teaching during a probe and worked at five schools across Merseyside and Cheshire. She has been barred for at least four years.
Cairo Petrol Station Collapses Into Massive Sinkhole
A huge sinkhole swallowed a Cairo petrol station with customers inside, injuring two. Investigations point to nearby construction work.
Mafia Boss Bites Off Prison Guard's Finger During Cell Inspection
Sicilian mafia boss Giuseppe Fanara bit off and swallowed a prison guard's finger during a cell inspection at Rome's Rebibbia prison.
Lucy Letby Fears Being Killed in Prison Before She Can Prove Innocence
Lucy Letby fears being murdered in prison before she can prove innocence, according to reports. The baby killer is held in high-security unit.
Two Prisoners Abscond From HMP Leyhill on New Year's Day
Two prisoners, including a convicted murderer, abscond from HMP Leyhill on New Year's Day; both arrested days later.
Cardiff Pub Taped Off After Attempted Burglary
Police taped off The Willows Pub in Cardiff after an attempted burglary. A 23-year-old man was arrested and released on bail pending further enquiries.
Epstein Attempted Suicide Three Times in Cell Report
A bombshell report claims Jeffrey Epstein attempted suicide at least three times before his death in 2019, with nooses allegedly littered around his cell.
Medomsley Abuse: Neville Husband 'Most Prolific Sex Offender' Was Ignored
Report finds Neville Husband, possibly UK's worst sex offender, committed 388+ sexual offences at Medomsley detention centre, with abuse ignored by authorities.
Prison Officers Demand Tasers for UK's Most Dangerous Jails
Prison officers demand Tasers and stab vests after attack on guards at HMP Frankland by terrorist Hashem Abedi.
Prisons Watchdog Warns Of Public Risk From Freed Criminals
Refuge warns Labour's prison plan must not release high-risk offenders, after early-release schemes freed domestic abusers under Tories.
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