Rape Reports in Scotland Rise 11% to Over 3,000
Official figures reveal a rape or attempted rape is reported every three hours in Scotland, with a 25% surge over four years. Discover the full impact on public safety and the justice system.
Category : Crime
Omaze winner's husband jailed for child sex offences
Anthony Doyle, husband of a £3m Omaze winner, jailed for over six years for sex attacks on young girls. His wife has filed for divorce. Read the full story.
Second Teen Charged In Sydney School Stabbing
A second 15-year-old boy has been charged with murder following the fatal stabbing of a 17-year-old near Rouse Hill High School. Police continue their investigation.
Southall warehouse fire major incident stood down
A major incident involving 150 firefighters at a London warehouse blaze suspected of containing fireworks has been stood down. Crews remain on scene overnight.
Chicago Transit Brawl Sparks Public Safety Outrage
Shocking footage shows violent brawl between passengers and security on Chicago's Red Line, sparking renewed safety concerns after recent Blue Line fire attack. Read the full investigation.
Jen Shah's prison release sparks Bravo return debate
Disgraced Real Housewives star Jen Shah prepares for early prison release next month as Bravo executives express doubts about her return to reality television.
Texas police officer fired after alleged assault
A probationary officer with the San Antonio Police Department has been terminated after allegedly assaulting her ex-boyfriend while visibly intoxicated. Learn the full story behind this police misconduct case.
Tributes for PC Rehaan Akhtar found dead in Bristol
South Wales Police officer Rehaan Akhtar, 28, died after going missing on a night out in Bristol. The off-duty constable was recovered from the water near the Harbourside.
Injured father carries wife's coffin at funeral
Brian Gallagher, recovering from emergency neck surgery, carried his wife Stella's coffin at her funeral. Their son, David Gallagher, has been charged with her murder and the assault of his father.
Radical Plan to Scrap Jury Trials for Most Cases
Justice Secretary David Lammy proposes removing jury trials for most crimes to tackle record 78,000-case court backlog. Critics warn this could 'destroy justice as we know it'.
Girl, 13, denies murder after 143-stab killing
A 13-year-old girl accused of murdering Marta Bednarczyk was not suffering from depression, a court hears. The teen admits unlawful killing but denies murder. Read the latest from the trial.
'Criminal Barbie' Arrested in Brazil Burglary Plot
Dubbed 'Criminal Barbie', Paola Co Carita Gobel was detained in Brazil for an alleged plot to steal from wealthy neighbours. Discover the details of the elaborate scam.
Chainsaw attacker guilty of attempted police murder
Liridon Kastrati, 32, found guilty of attempting to murder PC Gary Cowan in Paisley. He chased the officer with a chainsaw. Read the full shocking details.
D.B. Cooper: New Theory in 1971 Hijacking Mystery
The mystery of D.B. Cooper, who vanished after a 1971 plane hijacking, endures. A new theory decodes his 'grudge', suggesting a motive tied to a personal tragedy. Explore the unsolved case.
Damilola Taylor's legacy of hope 25 years on
25 years after his tragic death, the Damilola Taylor Trust continues his mission to help vulnerable young people across the UK avoid a life of crime. Discover how his hope lives on.
Teen killed, another critical in A19 fireball crash
A 17-year-old girl has died and a teen male is fighting for his life after a devastating crash on the A19. Northumbria Police are appealing for witnesses and dash cam footage.
Major fire at West London warehouse, fireworks suspected
A major incident was declared in Southall as 150 firefighters tackled a huge warehouse fire. Emergency services suspect fireworks were stored inside. Read the latest updates.
Officer's bravery halts knife threat in Oldham
PC Anthony Spence faced down a suspect threatening 'Do you want to die?' in Oldham. Watch the full video of this brave police confrontation.
Lammy's Plan: Jury Trials Only for Most Serious Crimes
Justice Secretary David Lammy suggests limiting jury trials to rape, murder, and manslaughter cases to tackle the 78,000-case court backlog. Discover the controversial plans for court reform.
CPS launches new strategy on violence against women
The Crown Prosecution Service unveils a five-year plan to improve casework and victim support after data reveals domestic abuse features in over a third of rape cases. Learn how this new approach aims to transform justice.
Slender Man stabber Morgan Geyser captured after escape
Morgan Geyser, convicted of Slender Man stabbing at 12, arrested after escaping group home with 43-year-old lover Chad Mecca. Read the full story of their capture.
Axe-wielding burglar confronted mum and baby in Powys
A mother and her baby were left terrified after two armed teenagers broke into their Rhayader home. The intruder realised his grave mistake and was sentenced to four years and six months.
Drunk thief steals from mother breastfeeding at Gatwick
A mother was left feeling 'insecure' after a drunk thief stole her suitcase at Gatwick Airport while she breastfed. Read the full impact of this opportunistic crime.
Singer DELAROSA, 22, killed in LA ambush
Rising Latin music star Maria de la Rosa, known as DELAROSA, was fatally shot in a parked car ambush in Northridge. Two others were injured. Police are investigating.
US Football Coach Wanted on Child Pornography Charges
Virginia State Police are searching for missing high school football coach Travis Turner, now wanted on multiple child pornography charges. Contact authorities with information.
Mother charged with murder of two infant sons
A 21-year-old Georgia woman, Dakota Taylor, faces murder charges for the deaths of her two baby boys, aged seven and eight months, after investigators noted her chilling behaviour. Read the full investigation details.
Sheffield shooting: Teen arrested after boy shot
A 16-year-old boy is fighting for life after a shooting on London Road, Sheffield. A 15-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder. Follow for updates.
Son of missing man found dead in farm murder probe
Nottinghamshire Police launch a homicide investigation after the disappearance of Brian Wright, 82, and the death of his son Charles. Read the latest updates.
Major Incident: Fireworks Feared in London Warehouse Fire
A major incident has been declared in Southall as 150 firefighters tackle a massive warehouse blaze, with fireworks suspected inside. Residents urged to close windows.
Court rejects garden search in 1969 McKay murder case
The family of Muriel McKay, murdered in 1969, have lost a High Court bid to search a London garden for her remains. The judge criticised their 'appalling' behaviour. Read the full legal ruling details.
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