Swindon Kidnap Attempt Foiled by Brave Bus Passengers
Brave bus passengers intervened to save a teenage girl from a kidnap attempt in Swindon. The attacker, Abdulmawal Ibrahim Adam, is now jailed. Read the full story of public courage.
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Crypto fraudster and wife killed in Dubai kidnap horror
A convicted crypto fraudster and his wife were kidnapped, tortured and dismembered in a gruesome extortion plot in the UAE. Their two children are now orphaned. Read the full story.
Man arrested for attempted kidnap of schoolchildren
A 35-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted kidnap after approaching three schoolchildren in Ashington. Police have released him on bail with strict conditions.
Flag chief's migrant sabotage with kidnap-jailed ally
Exclusive: Flag campaign leader Ryan Bridge teams up with Tommy Robinson associate Daniel Thomas, jailed for attempted kidnap, boasting online about destroying migrant boats in France. Read the full investigation.
Hazmat machete attackers jailed in mistaken identity case
Two men in hazmat suits chased an innocent victim with machetes in a shocking case of mistaken identity in Eastfield. Read the full story of the attack and sentencing.
UK woman murdered in Florida, man arrested
Sonia Exelby, 32, from Portsmouth, found dead in Florida. A man has been arrested on charges of murder and kidnapping. Read the full story.
Pair plead guilty to Blackpool baby kidnap
A man and woman have admitted kidnapping a 10-month-old baby girl in Blackpool. The child was safely returned after a swift police response. Read the full court details.
Ex-Marine in kidnap plot extradition case
A former US Marine stands accused of orchestrating a terrifying kidnap and sexual assault plot targeting a British woman he met online, with UK authorities now seeking his extradition.
Manchester bomb hoaxer jailed for synagogue threat
A twisted hoaxer who threatened to bomb a Manchester synagogue while referencing the Manchester Arena attack has been sentenced to prison in a case that shocked the community.
Russian footballer targeted in kidnap plot before Champions League
Zenit St Petersburg forward Andrei Mostovoy became the target of a chilling kidnapping conspiracy before his team's crucial match against Bayer Leverkusen, with Russian authorities foiling the dangerous scheme.
Bomb hoaxer sentenced for US Embassy fake device
A bomb hoaxer who triggered a major security alert at the US Embassy in London has been sentenced after planting a fake IED device, causing widespread panic and armed police response.
Holly Willoughby's sister targeted in kidnap plot
Kelly Willoughby, sister of former This Morning presenter Holly Willoughby, becomes latest family member targeted by criminals in sophisticated kidnap conspiracy as police investigation continues.
Holly Willoughby kidnap plotter sentenced to life
Shopping centre security guard Gavin Plumb receives life sentence for plotting to kidnap, rape and murder TV presenter Holly Willoughby in chilling online conspiracy.
Mother and baby chained in pram snatching horror
A young mother recounts the terrifying moment she was chained to her baby daughter by kidnappers who snatched the infant from her pram in a shocking daylight abduction that has left the community reeling.
Three Men in Court Over Kidnap and Rape of 13-Year-Old
Three men have appeared before Wolverhampton Crown Court charged with the kidnap and rape of a 13-year-old girl in a case that has shocked the West Midlands. The defendants, aged 20, 19, and 18, are accused of a series of serious sexual offences.
Claudia Cardinale Debunks Death Hoax: Screen Legend is Alive
Italian film icon Claudia Cardinale, the radiant star of 1960s cinema, has been forced to deny her own death after a cruel online hoax spread globally. The actress, famed for roles in 'Once Upon a Time in the West' and '8½', is alive and well.
Alaska Troopers Hunt Texan in Major Kidnap Alert
Alaska State Troopers issue urgent nationwide alert for Texas man suspected of abducting a minor, last seen heading south through Canada in a dramatic interstate pursuit.
Charlie Kirk Shooting Report Debunked as Malicious Hoax
Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk becomes the latest public figure to be targeted by a malicious online 'death hoax', with false claims of a shooting in Utah spreading rapidly across social media platforms.
Brit Drug Mules Blame Nigerian Witch Doctor for Crimes
Two British women caught with £2 million of cocaine in Brazil claim a Nigerian witch doctor put them under a spell, in a desperate and outlandish attempt to avoid prison.
Mark Ruffalo's 'Task' branded bleak and manipulative
The Guardian's review of Mark Ruffalo's new drama 'Task' labels it a profoundly bleak and manipulative viewing experience. This gritty kidnap thriller, centred on a drug-addicted father, is criticised for its unrelenting darkness and emotional exploitatio
Brothers who worked in chicken shop jailed for kidnap role
Two brothers who worked at a South London chicken shop have been sentenced for their part in the kidnap of Turkish DJ Koray Alpergin, who was later murdered. Read the full court details.
Danny Trejo Blasts 'Disgusting' Death Hoax Spread by Co-Star
Hollywood tough guy Danny Trejo has taken to social media to angrily shut down false rumours of his death, which were mistakenly spread by his former co-star John Leguizamo. The 81-year-old 'Machete' star is very much alive and has called the viral hoax '
UK Police on Alert After Hoax 'Active Threat' Calls
British police, including forces in Norwich and Cleveland, have issued statements confirming they are not dealing with real incidents after a spate of sophisticated hoax calls, known as 'swatting', targeted American cities like Boston and Florida. The for
Giorgio Armani denies death rumours: "I am very much alive"
Fashion icon Giorgio Armani has personally and emphatically denied false rumours of his death circulating online, assuring fans he is in good health and continuing his work.
Trump Death Rumours: Tech Dinner Sparks Online Frenzy
False rumours about Donald Trump's death spread virally after a misinterpreted tech CEO dinner, highlighting the dangers of misinformation in the digital age.
Giorgio Armani debunks death hoax: "I am alive and well"
Fashion icon Giorgio Armani has been forced to publicly confirm he is alive and well after a bizarre hoax about his death spread rapidly across social media, causing alarm among his global fanbase.
Giorgio Armani Death Hoax Sends Fashion World Into Meltdown
The fashion industry was sent into a temporary meltdown after a fake news announcement claimed legendary designer Giorgio Armani had died. The false report, which spread rapidly online, was swiftly debunked by the designer's representatives.
Donald Trump Jr Debunks Death Hoax with Golf Video
Donald Trump Jr has been forced to quash a malicious online death hoax after a viral video of him golfing proved the conspiracy theories false. The former president's son took to social media to confirm he is very much alive.
Teenager charged in Westminster kidnap case
An 18-year-old man has been charged with kidnap and possession of an offensive weapon following a police investigation in Westminster. He has been remanded in custody and is set to appear at the Old Bailey.
Woman in Trump Kidnap Plot Released Without Charge
A Utah woman detained by the FBI over alleged threats to kidnap and assassinate Donald Trump has been released from custody without facing federal charges, raising questions about the investigation.
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