Criminal barristers plot strike over jury trial cuts
Criminal barristers are planning industrial action that could bring courts to a standstill, opposing Justice Secretary David Lammy's proposal to slash jury trials by half. Read the full story.
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Legal Experts Defend Jury Trials in UK Justice System
Barristers argue jurors provide a crucial 'humane perspective' that professional judges cannot. Discover why calls to slash jury use face fierce opposition from legal professionals.
Dad jailed after gun misfire kills pregnant partner
Adam Winmar sentenced to three months for storing loaded homemade gun in sofa where child found it, leading to partner Kiara Ferguson's death. Read the full tragic story.
Girl, 2, dies in hot car as father watches porn
A father left his two-year-old daughter to die in a 43C car for hours while he watched pornography inside their Arizona home. Read the full investigation details.
Boy, 15, dies after air compressor prank explodes intestines
A 15-year-old carpentry apprentice, Muhammed Kendirci, died from catastrophic internal injuries after co-workers inserted an air compressor hose into his rectum. Read the full shocking story.
Prison guard: Notorious robber Bronson set for release
Exclusive: A prison officer reveals Britain's most notorious inmate Charles Bronson could be released within months after nearly 50 years in custody, despite his violent reputation.
Author Christopher St John's agonising death revealed
The tragic medical negligence case that led to the painful death of acclaimed author Christopher St John, whose final days were marked by unimaginable suffering in a US hospital.
Stolen BMW care home crash kills elderly in police chase
Shocking footage reveals the moment stolen BMW crashes into care home during police pursuit, contributing to deaths of two elderly residents in horrific incident.
Children Under 14 'Incapable of Evil' - NSW Review
A groundbreaking NSW review recommends raising the age of criminal responsibility to 14, arguing younger children lack moral capacity and require protection, not punishment.
First 'Guardian Shield' charge: Alleged crime boss in court
Alleged organised crime figure Ferras Merhi, the first person charged under Australia's new 'Guardian Shield' laws, has faced court in a landmark case that could redefine how authorities tackle sophisticated criminal networks.
Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang expands globally
Exclusive investigation reveals how the notorious Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua is transforming into an international criminal empire, with operations spreading across Latin America and raising alarm among global law enforcement agencies.
Mass Killers Share Chilling Pattern, Veteran Journalist Reveals
Exclusive: A veteran crime journalist reveals the terrifying common denominator linking the world's most notorious mass killers after conducting unprecedented prison interviews.
NHS negligence bill hits £60bn - bigger than nuclear cleanup
Shocking report reveals NHS medical negligence liabilities have quadrupled to £60 billion - exceeding Britain's nuclear decommissioning costs and creating one of government's largest financial burdens.
NHS negligence liabilities hit record £60bn
Shocking new figures reveal the NHS's clinical negligence liabilities have skyrocketed to £60 billion, driven by a dramatic surge in maternity care compensation claims that threatens the health service's financial stability.
Bradford Hospital admits failings in baby brain damage case
Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has admitted liability after multiple care failures led to a baby suffering permanent brain damage during birth at Bradford Royal Infirmary.
Parents jailed after guard dogs kill son on farm
A couple has been sentenced to prison after their unsupervised three-year-old son was killed by untrained guard dogs on their isolated farm property in a heartbreaking case of criminal negligence.
Paramedics sacked after CPR failure in custody
Two Dayton paramedics have been terminated following an internal investigation that found they neglected to provide crucial CPR to a restrained Black man during a medical emergency, raising serious concerns about emergency response protocols.
KC: Legal Aid Reform 'Astonishing Act of Self-Harm'
In a scathing critique, Thomas Ross KC warns that removing specialist criminal barristers from the Legal Aid Agency's advisory panel is a catastrophic move that will undermine fair trials and worsen the crisis in the UK's justice system.
Boys trash Florida library as mother sleeps, faces neglect charge
Two young boys cause thousands in damages to a Florida library while their mother allegedly slept, sparking outrage and a police investigation into criminal negligence.
Record number of offenders avoid court in Scotland
Exclusive figures reveal a dramatic surge in criminals being diverted from prosecution to social work schemes in Scotland, with over 34,000 cases recorded last year. Critics warn of a 'soft-touch' justice system as serious offenders, including those charg
Care staff indicted after woman freezes to death in home
Two carers from a Texas care facility face criminal charges after 69-year-old Cynthia Pierce was found frozen to death in her bed during a catastrophic power outage, exposing a shocking failure in duty of care.
Teen suffers severe burns after being left on Arizona school bus
Shocking negligence as a Phoenix high school student suffers third-degree burns after being left locked inside a sweltering school bus in extreme Arizona heat, prompting a major investigation.
Hospice Scandal: Bosses 'Sent Ambulance Away' From Dying Dad
A family's harrowing account of their father's final moments at a closed hospice in St Leonards-on-Sea. Management accused of heartless neglect and sending away critical care.
Hospital patient drinks water used for previous patient's test
A UK hospital patient was left horrified after drinking water from her bedside jug, only to discover it had been used for a previous patient's medical procedure. The disturbing incident has sparked a major internal investigation.
Funeral Director Left Bodies to Decompose in ‘Appalling’ Case
A funeral director in Hull has been sentenced after leaving corpses to decompose in a 'grotesque' breach of trust, exposing a horrifying case of neglect in the death care industry.
Las Vegas Funeral Home Gave Families Wrong Cremated Ashes
A shocking investigation reveals a Las Vegas funeral home gave families unknown cremated remains and stored ashes in horrific conditions, sparking a major lawsuit.
Woman's 7-Year NHS Ordeal For Endometriosis Diagnosis
Exclusive: A young woman's seven-year battle for a life-altering diagnosis reveals a devastating culture of medical dismissal and gender bias within the NHS, leaving her future irrevocably changed.
Woman 'Burns Inside Out' After Shower Gel Allergy Nightmare
A UK woman's life was turned upside down after a severe allergic reaction to a common shower gel caused a rare condition making her feel like she was 'burning alive'. This is her harrowing story.
Met Police Probe 'Nuked Blood' Scandal at NHS Hospital
The Metropolitan Police has launched a criminal investigation into allegations that blood samples were deliberately microwaved at an NHS hospital laboratory, potentially compromising thousands of patient results and risking misdiagnosis.
Teen Rugby Star Dies After Ruptured Spleen Misdiagnosis
A promising 17-year-old rugby player tipped for England honours died after doctors sent him home with a misdiagnosed infection, an inquest hears. The teen's ruptured spleen was missed.
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