Gang rape convictions quashed in NSW Supreme Court
Two men will face a retrial and a third is acquitted after their gang rape convictions were overturned on appeal. The case relates to a 2022 bucks party in Newcastle. Read the latest.
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M6 Crash: Overturned Car Sparks Major Delays Near Birmingham
A serious crash involving an overturned vehicle has closed lanes on the M6 northbound near Birmingham, causing four-mile queues and 55-minute delays. Get the latest traffic updates here.
Man from high-profile family guilty of digital rape
A man from a prominent Melbourne family has been convicted of digitally raping a woman in his home after pretending to be her boyfriend. The jury reached its verdict after less than two days.
High-Profile Man Found Guilty of Rape in Melbourne
A man from a famous Australian family has been found guilty of two counts of rape following a trial at Melbourne County Court. The attack occurred in early 2024 after a night of drinking. Read the full details.
Prosecutors drop 1993 murder retry after conviction overturned
Prosecutors in New York have abandoned efforts to retry James Pugh for a 1993 murder, admitting they cannot meet the burden of proof after 30 years. The victim's daughter says the justice system has failed.
Saudi Student Convicted of Rape in Portsmouth
Waleed Alharbi found guilty of rape and attempted rape after meeting victim at Astoria nightclub. Portsmouth Crown Court hears harrowing details. Sentencing set for December 9.
Man Denies Rape, Admits Forging Uber Receipt in Trial
A man from a prominent family denies digitally raping a woman at his Melbourne home. He admitted forging an Uber receipt after the alleged assault. The trial continues.
Judge overturns $7.2m fraud conviction, sparks fury
A Minneapolis judge has overturned a jury's guilty verdict in a $7.2 million Medicaid fraud case, igniting fury among jurors and politicians. The AG has appealed.
Family survives 20 hours on overturned boat off Florida
A 90-year-old man and three relatives endured a 20-hour ocean ordeal clinging to their capsized boat before a dramatic US Coast Guard rescue. Read their incredible survival story.
Ex-Soldier Jailed in Landmark Rape Case
A former soldier has been imprisoned for rape after faking a $700 bank transfer to a sex worker, marking the first conviction under NSW's new consent laws. Read the full story.
Man freed after 30 years on death row in Louisiana
Jimmie Duncan released after 30 years on death row as forensic evidence in murder case deemed 'scientifically indefensible'. Read the shocking details of this wrongful conviction.
M5 chaos: Overturned van causes 5-mile delays
An overturned van on the M5 northbound has caused 5 miles of congestion and 60-minute delays during Thursday's rush hour. Three lanes remain closed. Expect normal traffic by 1pm.
M5 chaos: 90-minute delays after van overturns
Drivers face 90-minute delays and five-mile queues on the M5 after a van overturned, closing three lanes. Follow live updates on this breaking story.
North Dakota Supreme Court Revives Abortion Ban
North Dakota's Supreme Court has reinstated a near-total abortion ban, making it a felony for doctors. Learn about the legal battle and its impact on healthcare access.
Man, 23, admits raping girl, 12, in Nuneaton
Ahmad Mulakhil has pleaded guilty to raping a child under 13 in Nuneaton. The case has sparked significant public outcry. Read the latest court developments.
David Carrick Found Guilty of Rape and Child Assault
Former Met Police officer David Carrick convicted of raping a woman and sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl. Police praise victims' bravery and urge others to come forward.
Ex-Met Officer Carrick Guilty of Child Sex Assault
Former Met Police officer David Carrick found guilty of molesting a 12-year-old girl and raping a former partner. Follow for the latest updates on this breaking crime story.
M60 Crash: Overturned Vehicle Stops Traffic in Rush Hour
An overturned vehicle on the M60 clockwise near J25 has caused 3-mile tailbacks and halted all traffic. Emergency services are on the scene. Check for updates.
Masterson Appeals Rape Conviction Citing Legal Errors
That '70s Show star Danny Masterson files habeas corpus petition claiming prosecutorial misconduct and inadequate defence led to wrongful conviction. Read the latest developments.
Masterson Seeks to Overturn 30-Year Rape Conviction
Actor Danny Masterson files to overturn his 2023 rape convictions, alleging his lawyer's 'botched trial strategy' led to a 30-year sentence. Read the full legal challenge.
A30 Devon closed for hours after serious crash
The A30 in Devon is shut westbound after a vehicle overturned. Police expect closure to last hours. Diversions are in place. Avoid the area.
Chao Xu jailed for life as prolific sex offender
Chao Xu, described as one of the most prolific sex offenders of all time, has been sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 14 years for multiple sex crimes. Read the full report.
Murder case reopened 17 years after child testimony
Amanda Lewis's first-degree murder conviction for drowning her daughter is being reconsidered after 17 years. Discover the shocking new developments in this controversial case.
Ex-Hollyoaks Star Jailed for Rape and Assault
Former Hollyoaks actor Rizwan Khan sentenced to 11 years and 9 months for raping two women and sexual assault. Read the harrowing details from Teesside Crown Court.
Sudan Militants Stage Mass Rapes and Kill 40 at Funeral
Exclusive report reveals horrific new atrocities in Sudan's escalating conflict as militants publicly assault women and execute 40 civilians in latest wave of violence.
Met Police officer guilty of 24 rapes in systemic failure
Met Police PC David Carrick admits to 49 offences including 24 counts of rape, exposing systemic failures in police vetting and raising serious questions about institutional safeguards.
Kennedy cousin's murder conviction overturned
The decades-long legal saga continues as Michael Skakel, relative of the Kennedy dynasty, has his conviction overturned in the brutal 1975 murder of teenager Martha Moxley, reigniting one of America's most infamous cold cases.
Judge halts deportation after conviction overturned
In a dramatic legal turnaround, Subu Vedam wins reprieve from ICE detention as US court rules overturned conviction invalidates deportation grounds, sparking immigration policy debate.
Teen nursery worker jailed for toddler rape in London
A 19-year-old nursery worker has been sentenced to 13 years for the brutal rape of a three-year-old girl at a West London childcare facility, in a case that has shocked the nation and raised serious questions about safeguarding procedures.
Victim's brave testimony jails rapist in UK court
A courageous victim's powerful courtroom testimony has secured the conviction of a dangerous rapist, with the judge praising her bravery as instrumental in delivering justice.
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