IPP Prisoner's 18-Year Ordeal Highlights Systemic Injustice
Haroon Ahmed's 18-year imprisonment under a repealed IPP sentence exposes the ongoing scandal of 2,400 prisoners detained indefinitely in Britain, despite the law being scrapped in 2012.
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NSW to Remove 'Good Character' from Sentencing in Legal First
New South Wales becomes the first Australian jurisdiction to legislate removal of 'good character' from sentencing hearings, following a major review led by retired judge Peter McClellan.
IPP Prisoner Freed After 18 Years Demands Justice Reform
Haroon Ahmed, whose indefinite IPP sentence was quashed after nearly 18 years, speaks out about the 'psychological torture' of open-ended jail terms and calls for government action to help those still trapped.
Cowboy Builder 'King of the Cowboys' Jailed for Fraud
A rogue builder nicknamed the 'King of the Cowboys' who scammed families out of £223,000 while flaunting luxury holidays on social media has been jailed for over three years.
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Barbecue Explosion at Lake Conjola Causes Severe Burns
A man has suffered severe burns after a barbecue explosion at Lake Conjola, New South Wales. Emergency services responded to the incident, highlighting safety risks with outdoor cooking equipment.
Wrongful Prisoner Releases: A Crisis in the UK System
An investigation into the shocking increase in prisoners released in error, including sex offenders, amid government warnings of a system near collapse and understaffing issues.
Manchester Bomber's Brother Held in Segregation After Attack
Hashem Abedi, serving 55 years for the Manchester Arena bombing, has been segregated for nine months after allegedly attempting to murder three prison officers at Frankland jail.
Ben Kinsella Killers Moved to Open Prisons, Day Release Possible
Juress Kika and Jade Braithwaite, convicted for the 2008 murder of 16-year-old Ben Kinsella, have been transferred to open prisons. Under Home Office rules, they could soon be eligible for day release or weekend home visits, causing fresh trauma for the v
Ex-Police Sergeant Awarded $1.7M in Harassment Case
A former Fresno police sergeant has secured a $1.7 million settlement after enduring years of sexual harassment, racist messages, and wrongful termination from male colleagues.
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Bus Driver Fired After Stopping Thief, Tribunal Upholds Sacking
A London bus driver was dismissed after chasing a thief who stole a passenger's necklace and knocking him unconscious when the perpetrator attempted to punch him, with an employment tribunal upholding the decision.
Ex-US Basketball Star's Health Crisis in Indonesian Prison
Former college basketball player Jarred Shaw reveals severe weight loss and fears his Crohn's disease could turn to cancer while serving a 26-month sentence in Indonesia for importing cannabis edibles.
Trainer Sues Luxury Nursing Home Over 'Kidnapping' Claims
A Manhattan personal trainer has launched a legal battle against a luxury nursing home, alleging it tried to 'kidnap' his 91-year-old friend after she attempted to leave the $28,000-per-month facility.
Bus Driver Sacked After Chasing and Punching Thief
A London bus driver was dismissed for gross misconduct after chasing and knocking out a man who stole a passenger's necklace, with an employment tribunal upholding the decision.
Nearly 50,000 Prisoners Freed Early to Ease Jail Overcrowding
Ministry of Justice data reveals almost 49,000 inmates have been released early from prisons in England and Wales under an emergency scheme to tackle record overcrowding, with recalls surging.
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Labour Freed 50,000 Criminals Early in First Year
Official Ministry of Justice data reveals 48,931 offenders were released early under Labour's scheme, with over 1,200 serious criminals serving 10+ year sentences included.
First US Execution of 2026: Texas Man Put to Death
Charles Victor Thompson has been executed in Texas for the 1998 murders of his ex-girlfriend and her new boyfriend, becoming the first person put to death in the United States this year.
Botched Execution Leaves Chamber Covered in Blood
Clayton Lockett's execution in Oklahoma descended into a 43-minute ordeal with medical errors causing arterial spray and agonising death, sparking national debate on lethal injection protocols.
IPP Prisoner Referral Demands End to Indefinite Detention
The Criminal Cases Review Commission has referred five IPP prisoners to appeal courts, highlighting the ongoing injustice of indefinite sentences abolished in 2012 but still affecting thousands.
Double-Killer's Last-Ditch Legal Bid After 30 Years
Gordon 'Woody' Mower, convicted of murdering his parents three decades ago, makes first public appearance in court attempting to overturn his life sentence through claims of legal malpractice and rights violations.
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Five IPP Sentences Referred for Appeal After Court Rulings
The Criminal Cases Review Commission has referred five indefinite IPP and DPP sentences for appeal, citing recent court rulings on youth and maturity. The controversial sentences have been called a 'stain' on the justice system.
IPP Prisoners' Cases Referred to Appeal Courts
The Criminal Cases Review Commission has referred five IPP and DPP cases to appeal courts, offering hope to prisoners held on indefinite terms abolished in 2012.
Five IPP Prisoners Referred to Appeal Courts
Five men serving indefinite IPP sentences have been referred to appeal courts by the Criminal Cases Review Commission, offering fresh hope to thousands trapped under abolished jail terms.
Prisoner Ends Hunger Strike After Organ Failure
Umer Khalid, 22, has ended his 17-day hunger strike at HMP Wormwood Scrubs after suffering multiple organ failure and meeting with the prison governor. At least 86 protesters were arrested outside the prison.
Stonehaven Train Crash Inquiry: Families 'Robbed' of Futures
A Fatal Accident Inquiry into the 2020 Stonehaven train derailment hears emotional tributes from families who say they've been 'robbed' of futures with loved ones.
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One-Year Sentence for Driver in Fatal Minnesota Crash
A 22-year-old Minnesota man receives a one-year jail sentence and probation for a 2022 crash that killed a mother and severely injured her son while driving at excessive speed in foggy conditions.
Teen Jailed 10 Years for Fatal 'Idiot' Driving Crash
Kiran Hanson sentenced to a decade in prison after dangerous driving caused a fatal head-on collision that killed Benn Johnson and severely injured his brother Finn.
Ian Huntley stripped of Xbox in prison punishment
Notorious child murderer Ian Huntley has been stripped of his Xbox and other privileges at HMP Frankland after guards found unauthorised items in his cell, sparking mockery from fellow inmates.
Manchester Hunger Striker Faces Kidney Failure in Thirst Strike
Umer Khalid, 22, with Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, has escalated his 16-day hunger strike by refusing fluids, risking acute kidney failure and death within days while demanding government action.
Murderer Makes £20k on TikTok from UK Prison Cell
Eugert Merizaj, serving 32 years for murder, allegedly earned £20,000 through TikTok livestreams from HMP Manchester using a contraband phone, highlighting prison security failures.
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Prison Officer and Retiree Debate Justice Over Dinner
A retired medical tech manager and a former prison officer turned tram driver discuss incarceration, antisemitism, and Trump in a candid conversation over a meal in Manchester.
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