Teen Accused of Murder Claims Victim Had Pirate Sword
A 17-year-old on trial for murdering Amen Teklay told police the victim carried a 'pirate's sword' during the fatal confrontation in Glasgow, court hears.
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Maddy Cusack Coach Called Her 'Psycho' Before Death Inquest
An inquest heard that Sheffield United women's coach Jonathan Morgan called footballer Maddy Cusack a 'psycho' and made comments about her weight and relationship before her death in September 2023.
Top Boy Actor Micheal Ward 'Overpowered' Rape Victim
Micheal Ward's alleged rape victim told police she tried to leave the car before he attacked her, as the trial at Snaresbrook Crown Court continues.
Keli Lane Denied Parole Under 'No Body, No Parole' Law
Keli Lane denied parole under 'no body, no parole' laws after 13 years for murdering her newborn daughter Tegan in 1996.
Family hears harrowing final moments of Scots mum murdered in Greece
The family of Jean Hanlon, found dead in Crete in 2009, heard distressing details of her final moments as a man went on trial for her murder. A pathologist revealed she likely suffered a broken neck and punctured lung before being thrown into the water.
Alternative verdicts available in Dublin stabbing trial
The judge in the Dublin stabbing trial told jurors they can consider alternative verdicts to attempted murder, including intentionally causing serious harm, for Riad Bouchaker.
Missing North Carolina Teen Found Safe After Cryptic Text
Giovanni Pelletier, 18, missing in Florida after sending a cryptic text, has been found safe. Family had offered $25,000 reward.
Couple Stuffed Dog in Bin Bag and Threw Her into Canal
Terence and Sadie Boyd threw their elderly terrier Maddie into the Leeds and Liverpool Canal in a bin bag, leading to her death. They were sentenced to suspended custody and banned from keeping animals for 10 years.
Family of British man killed in Benidorm demand answers after new evidence found
Family of Nathan Osman, killed in Benidorm, demand answers after police close murder probe despite new evidence of card use after death.
Apprentice Crashes Audi Into Six Cars, Fined £625
Hasan Azam, 19, crashed a luxury Audi into six vehicles at an Arnold Clark garage in Glasgow. He admitted careless driving, was fined £625, and received eight penalty points.
Rag'n'Bone Man's Wife Spared Jail in Crash That Hit Grieving Family
Zoe Graham, wife of singer Rag'n'Bone Man, avoided prison after crashing into a family still mourning the loss of their husband and father. The 2023 collision left the mother with serious injuries and all three children with PTSD.
Carpenter broke man's jaw in nightclub attack after red mist
Keelen Turner fractured a man's jaw in two places at Savannah's nightclub in Carmarthen, leaving the victim hospitalized for days after surgery. Turner received a suspended sentence.
Wanted Man Escaped Custody Has Glasgow Links
Muiz Olatunji, 25, escaped custody in Salford and is believed to have links to Glasgow. Police urge public not to approach him and call 999 if seen.
Woman Fled Crash After Running Red Light Before Second Smash
Leanne McBeth admitted dangerous driving after crashing into an Audi at red lights, then fleeing and hitting a Range Rover, injuring the driver.
Judicial Review Possible Over SNP Donations Probe
Police Scotland could face a judicial review after dropping an investigation into how the SNP spent over £650,000 of donations, a pro-independence blogger claims.
Adam Collard Assaulted by Father, Trial in August
Love Island star Adam Collard was allegedly assaulted by his millionaire father Billy Collard in Newcastle. Billy faces trial on August 7, 2026, at Newcastle Magistrates Court after being charged with assault by beating.
Rochdale Grooming Gang Ringleader to Be Freed, Cannot Be Deported
Shabir Ahmed, 73, a ringleader of the Rochdale grooming gang convicted of 30 child rapes, is set to be released from jail on July 2, 2026, and cannot be deported due to the Immigration Act 1971.
Sex Predator Killed Two Women, Raped Third After Release
Simon Levy, 40, allegedly murdered two women and raped a third in London after police freed him following arrest for the first death, a court heard. The partially blind defendant is a 'predatory serial offender' with extensive sexual convictions.
Hollywood Director Gets 30 Months for $11m Netflix Scam
Carl Rinsch, director of '47 Ronin', was sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for defrauding Netflix of $11 million, spending on luxury cars, watches, and mattresses. Keanu Reeves sought leniency.
Ex-Officer Jailed for Sexual Relationship with Victim
Former police officer Christopher Cave, 62, has been jailed for 21 months after admitting misconduct in public office for a sexual relationship with a crime victim while on duty.
Suppressed Evidence in Erin Patterson Mushroom Lunch Murder Trial Revealed
A suppression order is lifted, revealing evidence the jury didn't hear in Erin Patterson's mushroom lunch murder trial, including poison allegations.
Man, 65, Gets Death for Rape and Murder of Toddler in India
Bhimrao Kambale, 65, was sentenced to death for luring a 3-year-old girl with snacks, then raping and murdering her in Nasrapur, India. The fast-track court convicted him within 60 days.
Media Heir Buried Alive in 1987 Kidnapping Plot Dies of Asphyxiation
Stephen Small, a media heir, was buried alive in a 6ft box during a 1987 kidnapping and died of asphyxiation. Accomplice Nancy Rish was released in 2022 due to domestic violence laws.
James Bulger's Father Vows to Fight Son's Killer's Parole Bid
Ralph Bulger vows to fight Jon Venables' parole bid, joining ex-wife Denise Fergus in opposing the killer's release.
Nick Mason's Enzo Loan Broke BBC Rules on Top Gear
Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason reveals how lending his Ferrari Enzo to Top Gear led to Jeremy Clarkson breaking BBC rules by plugging his book, becoming a compliance case study.
Ex-officer jailed for sex with crime victim
Christopher Cave, 62, from Formby, was sentenced to one year and nine months for misconduct after a sexual relationship with a crime victim while on duty.
Brian Walshe Pleads Guilty to Lesser Charges in Wife’s Death, Denies Murder
Brian Walshe pleads guilty to misleading police and improper disposal of remains, but denies murdering his wife Ana Walshe. Trial to proceed on murder charge.
OJ Simpson's Estate Accepts $58m Goldman Family Claim
OJ Simpson's estate accepts $58m claim from Ron Goldman's father, but assets are insufficient to pay the full amount.
Domestic murderers face longer sentences as loophole closed
Murderers who kill their partner or ex at home could face an extra decade in prison as the government closes a sentencing loophole that meant domestic killers typically received 15 years instead of 25.
Man Charged with Murder After Welshpool Death
Young John Mongan, 49, from Walsall, died in Welshpool town centre. Martin Slezak, 22, has been charged with murder and remanded in custody.
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