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Quebec Gang Leader Theologou Shot Dead in Laval

Charalambos Theologou, a prominent figure in Quebec's criminal underworld, has been fatally shot in a targeted attack outside a Laval shopping centre, sparking fears of renewed gang violence.

Haiti's New Leaders Take Charge Amid Crisis

Exclusive: Haiti's transitional council assumes power as Caribbean nation faces escalating gang violence and political uncertainty following Prime Minister Ariel Henry's resignation.

Rochdale grooming gang jailed for sex trafficking

Nine men from Rochdale and Manchester have received lengthy prison sentences for operating a sophisticated grooming network that exploited vulnerable girls as 'sex slaves' in what police describe as 'industrial-scale' abuse.

UN approves military force for Haiti gang crisis

The UN Security Council has authorised a new multinational military mission to tackle Haiti's escalating gang crisis, approving immediate intervention to restore security and humanitarian access.

Canada designates Lawrence Bishnoi Gang as terrorist

In a significant national security decision, the Canadian government has officially classified the Lawrence Bishnoi organised crime syndicate as a terrorist entity, marking a dramatic escalation in efforts to combat transnational gang violence.

Haiti Crisis: Gangs Seize Capital, PM Trapped Abroad

Haiti descends into anarchy as criminal gangs overrun Port-au-Prince, forcing a national state of emergency. Prime Minister Ariel Henry is stranded in Puerto Rico, unable to return to his besieged nation.

Gang lieutenant whined police ruined his £1m crime empire

A high-ranking gang member, part of a massive £1 million drug network, has been jailed after complaining his criminal empire was destroyed by a major police operation. Read the full story of the audacious crime and downfall.

Hackney Shooting: Thug Executed in Broad Daylight

A man has been gunned down in a targeted execution on a busy Hackney street. Police are hunting the shooter after the victim, with a 'heart of gold', was shot multiple times in a brazen afternoon attack.

Venezuelan Gang's Florida Smuggling Plot Foiled

US authorities intercept a major human smuggling operation off the Florida coast, linking the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua to a failed boat strike. The incident raises alarms over the cartel's expanding international reach and evolving tactics.

Why Women Choose Solo Travel Over Marriage

Discover the empowering trend of solo female travel as women prioritise adventure and self-discovery over settling down. Learn the safety tips and destinations shaping this movement.

Gang jailed for honeytrap machete kidnapping of football barber

A ruthless gang who lured a Premier League footballer's barber into a honeytrap before holding him hostage and torturing him with a machete has been jailed for over 40 years. The shocking blackmail plot was orchestrated by a female member of the group.

Gang leader gets 27 years for brutal machete attack

Liam Byrne, a violent gang leader from Skelmersdale, has been sentenced to 27 years for a brutal machete attack that left a man with life-changing injuries. The judge condemned the 'chilling' premeditated violence.

Kenyan Police Deployment to Haiti Delayed After PM's Exit

The planned deployment of 1,000 Kenyan police officers to Haiti has been postponed following the sudden resignation of Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry, throwing the international security mission into disarray.

London gang's plot to shoot rapper foiled by police

Exclusive: A violent London gang's plot to shoot a rapper is foiled. Members flaunt their crimes with boastful prison photos, exposing the audacity of organised crime networks in the capital.

Nine hostages freed in Haiti kidnapping ordeal

Nine individuals, including a young child, have been released after being held captive in Haiti. The rescue marks a rare success amid the nation's escalating gang violence crisis.

Kenyan Police Arrive in Haiti to Combat Gang Violence

The first contingent of a UN-backed Kenyan police force has landed in Haiti, marking a pivotal moment in the international mission to wrest control from powerful gangs that have plunged the capital into chaos.

Teen admits Wembley murder conspiracy in gang feud

A 17-year-old boy has pleaded guilty at the Old Bailey to conspiring to murder a rival in a brutal Wembley attack, exposing the violent reality of London's gang conflicts. The Metropolitan Police investigation continues.

Chicago Pastor Urges Obama to Halt Centre Over Violence

Pastor Corey Brooks issues an emotional public appeal to Barack Obama, urging him to pause construction on his $830 million presidential centre amidst a surge in deadly gang violence on Chicago's South Side.

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