Phone Theft Decriminalised: Under 1% of Cases Lead to Charges
New figures reveal mobile phone theft has been effectively decriminalised, with fewer than one per cent of offences resulting in a charge across 17 police forces in England and Wales.
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Two Discharged After Car Rams Pedestrians in Derby Pub Attack
A 36-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a vehicle ploughed into pedestrians outside a Derby pub, injuring seven people.
Husband Says Breaking Bad Inspired Acid Body Talk in Court
Christopher Trybus denies manslaughter and other charges, arguing that discussions about dissolving a body in acid were references to the TV show Breaking Bad, not threats against his wife.
Derby Car Crash Injures Seven, Police Question Driver
Disturbing footage shows aftermath of Derby crash where a car mounted a pavement, injuring seven people. Police are questioning the driver with counter-terrorism assistance.
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Met Police Close 95% of Phone Theft Cases, Charge Rate Below 1%
Police data reveals that fewer than 1% of mobile phone thefts in the UK result in a charge, with the Met closing 95% of investigations. The issue gained attention after a high-profile theft involving a government official.
Epsom Council Evacuated Over Suspected WW2 Bomb
A 100m cordon is in place in Epsom after a suspected unexploded WW2 mortar shell was left at the council offices, prompting evacuations and a bomb squad response.
Police Have Stopped Trying to Solve Crime, Says Ex-Prosecutor
New data reveals police fail to solve 92% of burglaries and treat mobile phone theft as decriminalised, with former chief prosecutor Nazir Afzal warning of systemic failure.
Travelodge Assault Victim 'Shocked' by CEO's Cancelled MP Meeting
A woman sexually assaulted at a Travelodge expresses shock after CEO Jo Boydell cancelled a meeting with MPs. The victim criticises the company's response and handling of the incident.
Cambodia Passes Life Sentence Law for Online Scam Centers
Cambodian lawmakers unanimously pass legislation imposing life imprisonment for online scam operations, aiming to dismantle cybercrime hubs that exploit thousands globally.
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LA Deputy Dies in 120-Mile Mojave Desert Relay Race
A 30-year-old Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy, Levi Vargas, has died after suffering a medical emergency during the annual Baker to Vegas relay race through the extreme conditions of the Mojave Desert.
Man's Remains Found at Hartlepool Recycling Plant After Year
Cleveland Police confirm human remains discovered at a Biffa recycling facility in Hartlepool belong to a man, with waste traced to four UK regions as investigation continues.
Two Discharged After Car Ploughs Into Pedestrians in Derby
Two victims have been discharged from hospital after a vehicle ploughed into pedestrians outside a Derby pub. A 36-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
Phone Theft Crisis: Under 1% of Cases Lead to Charges
Shocking police data reveals fewer than one per cent of mobile phone thefts result in a charge, with nearly 90% of cases closed without a suspect identified.
Russell Brand Trial Delayed Four Months Over Summer Jury Issues
Comedian Russell Brand's trial on rape and sexual assault charges has been postponed until 12 October, a four-month delay granted due to difficulties finding jurors willing to serve during the summer holidays.
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Frontier Passenger Held for Bomb Threat on Atlanta Flight
A Frontier Airlines passenger was taken into custody after allegedly threatening to kill a seatmate and claiming to have a bomb on a flight that landed in Atlanta, prompting a security alert and FBI investigation.
Counter-Terror Police Assist Derby Car Incident Probe, Seven Injured
Counter-terrorism officers are assisting Derbyshire police in investigating a Derby car incident that left seven with serious injuries. A 36-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
Frontier Flight Bomb Threat: Passenger in Custody After Kill Threat
A Frontier Airlines passenger is in custody after allegedly threatening to kill his seatmate and declaring a bomb on board a flight that landed in Atlanta, prompting a security alert.
Siblings Face £250k Bill After Chopping Neighbours' Trees
Three siblings could face a ruinous £250,000-plus court bill after invading their neighbours' garden and hacking down 33-foot Leylandii trees in a bitter boundary dispute.
Euston Shooting: Suspect Fled on Bike After Man Killed in Car
Police are hunting a suspect who fled on a bicycle after a 26-year-old man was shot dead while sitting in a car near Euston station in London on Saturday night.
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Derby Police Update on Friar Gate Car Attack Injuring Seven
Derbyshire Police have extended custody for a 36-year-old man arrested after a black Suzuki Swift struck pedestrians in Friar Gate, Derby, hospitalising seven with serious injuries.
Dezi Freeman Believed Shot Dead by Police After Months on Run
Victoria police have shot dead a man believed to be fugitive Dezi Freeman, ending a massive search that began after he killed two officers in August 2025. The self-described 'sovereign citizen' had been on the run for months.
Dozens Arrested in Los Angeles No Kings Protest Clashes
Police fired pepper balls and teargas, arresting dozens after a No Kings rally in downtown Los Angeles escalated into violent confrontations outside a detention centre.
LA Deputy Dies in Desert Race Amid Record Heatwave
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Deputy Levi Vargas, 30, died after a medical emergency during the Baker to Vegas relay race in the Mojave desert, as extreme heat grips the US Southwest.
Dezi Freeman Killed by Police After Seven-Month Manhunt
Dezi Freeman, a sovereign citizen, was shot dead by Victoria police after a seven-month manhunt. He was accused of fatally shooting two officers and injuring another in Porepunkah in August.
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Dezi Freeman Killed After Seven-Month Manhunt in Victoria
Fugitive Dezi Freeman, accused of shooting two officers at Porepunkah, has been killed by police in rural Victoria, ending a seven-month manhunt. Justice reporter Nino Bucci provides insights.
Australian Police Fatally Shoot Suspect After 3-Hour Standoff
Australian police have fatally shot a suspect believed to be Dezi Freeman, ending a seven-month manhunt for the alleged killer of two officers in a remote forest region.
Double Cop-Killer Dezi Freeman Shot Dead in Police Standoff
Victoria Police Special Operations Group shot dead fugitive Dezi Freeman after a three-hour standoff at a remote Thologolong property. Freeman, wanted for killing two officers, fired at police with a stolen pistol before being killed.
Ambulance and Car Crash in Liverpool Sends Two to Hospital
Two individuals have been rushed to hospital following a serious collision between an ambulance and a car on Byrom Street and Hunter Street in Liverpool city centre on Sunday evening.
How Double Cop-Killer Evaded Police for Seven Months in Wilderness
Dezi Freeman, who killed two Victoria Police officers, evaded capture for seven months in harsh weather, possibly using survival skills like foraging and shelter-building, or with help from others, before being shot dead.
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Grandmother Jailed for Months After AI Facial Recognition Error
A Tennessee grandmother spent five months in jail after a facial recognition program falsely linked her to a bank fraud case in North Dakota, a state she has never visited.
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