Judges to Ignore Government Sentencing Demands
The Sentencing Council for England and Wales declares judicial independence, stating courts will base decisions on evidence, not political pressure from ministers.
Category : Crime
UK Overhauls Sentencing: New Powers to Challenge Lenient Sentences
The UK Sentencing Council gains significant new powers, allowing it to proactively refer unduly lenient sentences to the Court of Appeal for review, marking a major shift in criminal justice policy.
Belfast schoolboy's tip leads to predator arrest
A 15-year-old Belfast student's anonymous tip to Crimestoppers has led to the arrest of a 55-year-old man on serious child sexual offence charges, in a case hailed by PSNI as 'community vigilance in action'.
Femicide UK: 1 Woman Killed by a Man Every 3 Days
Exclusive analysis for the UK Parliament uncovers the harrowing scale of femicide, with 208 women killed by men in a single year. Labour MP Jess Phillips delivers the grim findings.
New court rule: Judges must consider offender background
A landmark change in UK sentencing rules now requires judges to weigh an offender's social and cultural background, including experiences of racism and deprivation, potentially leading to more lenient sentences.
New UK sentencing rules for burglars favour tougher penalties
The Sentencing Council for England and Wales announces stricter guidelines for domestic burglaries, emphasising trauma impact and targeting repeat offenders with harsher penalties.
Urgent Hunt for Three Missing Children in South London
Metropolitan Police issue urgent appeal for information on three missing children last seen in Merton. Public urged to come forward with any sightings as concern grows.
Armed Manhunt: Police Search for Dezi Freeman After Shooting
A major police manhunt is underway in Victoria, Australia, for 34-year-old Dezi Freeman, wanted for questioning over a shooting in Porepunkah. Residents are urged to remain vigilant as authorities scour the region.
Man arrested over alleged sexual assault at Loch Ness campsite
A 24-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault after an incident involving a young boy at a popular Loch Ness campsite. Police Scotland confirmed the arrest as investigations continue.
Burning Man Murder: Fatal Stabbing Sparks Major Investigation
A major murder investigation is underway after a man was fatally stabbed at the Burning Man festival in Nevada's Black Rock Desert. Police are hunting the suspect following the tragic incident.
Mum found dead in septic tank after vanishing from home
A community is in shock after the body of missing mother-of-two, Courtney Herron, was discovered in a septic tank on a remote rural property. The 34-year-old had been reported missing days earlier.
Florida fugitive caught after fatal crash kills innocent woman
A wanted Florida man is in custody after a high-speed police chase ended in a devastating crash, claiming the life of an innocent woman and leaving a trail of destruction.
Melbourne Carjacking: Baby Dragged 100m in Horror Incident
Shocking carjacking in Melbourne's west sees a four-month-old baby dragged along the road as thieves steal the family vehicle. The infant miraculously survives with minor injuries as police launch a manhunt.
Leura Stabbing: Woman Charged in Blue Mountains Attack
A 41-year-old woman faces serious charges following a violent stabbing incident in the tranquil town of Leura, NSW. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Monday afternoon, with the victim hospitalised and the community left in disbelief.
Teen hero saves toddler from drowning in Winsford lake
A 14-year-old boy, Logan Carter, is hailed a hero after dramatically rescuing a two-year-old child from drowning in Winsford's popular park lake. Cheshire Police commend his quick thinking and bravery.
Teen shot in throat at Kansas City sleepover
A teenage girl is fighting for her life after being accidentally shot in the throat at a sleepover in Kansas City. The shocking incident occurred as she was simply brushing her friend's hair.
Beauty queen arrested for newborn's murder
Former Kentucky beauty queen Trinity Inman is charged with murder after her newborn son was found dead. The 22-year-old is held on a £1 million bond as harrowing details emerge.
Teens arrested after fatal Luton stabbing
Bedfordshire Police have launched a murder investigation following a fatal stabbing in Luton. Two teenage boys have been arrested on suspicion of murder as detectives appeal for witnesses.
Pensioner gets suspended sentence for wife's mercy killing
An 82-year-old pensioner from Stoke-on-Trent has been handed a suspended sentence after admitting to the manslaughter of his terminally ill wife in a tragic case the judge described as a 'mercy killing'.
Urgent search for three missing boys in Scottish Highlands
A major search is underway in the Scottish Highlands for three boys, aged 12, 14, and 16, who vanished during a camping trip. Police and mountain rescue teams are scouring the remote Glenmore area near Aviemore.
Grieving Dad's Court Speech Shattered by Sobbing Woman's Outburst
A poignant memorial for a murdered teenager was violently disrupted in court as a sobbing woman launched a furious attack on the grieving father during his victim impact statement.
Man arrested for sexual assault on boy, 8, in tent
A 47-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of sexually assaulting a young boy at a popular Lincolnshire holiday park. The alleged incident occurred inside a tent, sending shockwaves through the local community.
Teen arrested for murder after woman's tower block fall
A 19-year-old male has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the tragic death of a woman who fell from a high-rise flat in Newham, East London. Police continue to investigate the circumstances of the incident.
Burning Man Murder Mystery: Man Found Dead in Blood
Shock at Burning Man as a man is discovered deceased in a pool of blood, prompting a major investigation by authorities. Exclusive details on the unfolding mystery.
New Lead: Amy Bradley Seen in Adult Video After 1998 Disappearance?
Exclusive: A former US Navy officer claims he saw missing woman Amy Bradley in a disturbing adult film years after her 1998 disappearance from a cruise ship, reigniting the investigation into one of America's most haunting cold cases.
Boy, 13, Arrested After Westminster Stabbing
A teenage boy has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm after a stabbing incident close to a secondary school in Westminster. Police responded to the scene on Vauxhall Bridge Road, with the victim, a man in his 50s, taken to hospital. The sus
Brit Woman's Gruesome Death in Bali Hotel Shocks Investigators
Exclusive details on the horrific death of a British woman at a Bali hotel. Police investigation underway as shocking scene photos reveal the grim discovery.
Lottery winner's fiancée jailed after police chase crash
Chantelle O'Dowda, engaged to £10m lottery winner Matt Topham, sentenced to 20 months for dangerous driving, drug possession, and assaulting police officers in Lincolnshire incident.
Boy, 8, Critical After Westminster Attack - Man Arrested
An eight-year-old boy is fighting for his life after a shocking attack in Westminster, central London. A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder as police launch an urgent investigation.
Houston teen kills parents in murder-suicide after argument
A devastating murder-suicide rocks Houston as a teenage boy shoots his parents dead before turning the gun on himself following a family argument, police confirm.
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