Active Shooter' Is Neutralized' Near Wisconsin Middle School, Officials Say
School officials in Mount Horeb, Wis., neutralized an active shooter near a middle school, with no reported injuries to others except the assailant. [ more ]
Elite NJ private school reveals disturbing verse scrawled on wall that led to school's mystery closure
A New Jersey school closed due to racist graffiti, stating threats towards Black and Hispanic individuals, prompting security measures and police involvement. [ more ]
Suspect accused of socking mother-of-3 and breaking her jaw cut loose again in NYC court despite upgraded felony charge
The suspect accused of assaulting a woman in Brooklyn had his charges upgraded to a felony, yet was released on supervised release by a judge. [ more ]
In Charlotte, a City Mourns Its Officers, and Asks What Went Wrong
The tragic incident of four officers being fatally shot while serving a warrant in Charlotte has brought anguish and raised questions about law enforcement safety. [ more ]
N. Carolina officers were shot from above, police say
Law enforcement faced a deadly shootout while serving an arrest warrant in North Carolina, resulting in four officers getting killed and others wounded. [ more ]
What to Know About the Police Shooting in Charlotte
One of the deadliest shootouts for American law enforcement in recent years occurred in Charlotte, N.C., leaving four officers dead and four injured. [ more ]
San Mateo County law enforcement agencies to host May gun buyback event
Gun buyback events provide a safe, anonymous option for community members to turn in unwanted firearms, reducing the number of guns in circulation. [ more ]
Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy dies six months after fire at shooting range
The tragic death of LA County sheriff's deputy Alfredo Flores, six months after a fire at a shooting range, highlights the risks faced by law enforcement officers. [ more ]
A sheriff's deputy arrested for theft and false reporting, highlighting the importance of accountability and maintaining public trust in law enforcement. [ more ]
Serial robbery crew arrested, accused of stealing California Lottery Scratchers worth $250,000
A crew was arrested for robbing 45 convenience stores of California Lottery Scratchers worth over $250,000, using threats of force in multiple heists. [ more ]
International police operation infiltrates LabHost phishing website used by thousands of criminals | Computer Weekly
Law enforcement shuts down major phishing-as-a-service platform LabHost, leading to 37 arrests worldwide and revealing 70,000 UK fraud victims. [ more ]
US: Four officers shot dead in North Carolina, police say DW 04/29/2024
Four officers killed in shooting incident near Charlotte, NC. One suspect dead, two others in custody. CMPD officers engaged in serving a warrant for possession of a firearm. [ more ]
Marina del Rey gunman charged with attempted murder and assault
The Los Angeles County district attorney's office charged Victoryloc Nguyen, 41, with multiple counts related to a shooting incident at a Marina del Rey apartment complex. [ more ]
Shocking footage captures moment Hainault sword attack suspect is Tasered by police
The suspect in a shocking attack in east London was Tasered by a police officer and remains in hospital without having been interviewed by the police. [ more ]
Police give warning to football fans ahead of Tottenham vs Arsenal
Police will use live facial recognition technology at the north London derby to identify individuals with outstanding warrants or court-imposed restrictions. [ more ]
Man in jail after hijacking vehicle on Highway 1, leading police on chase into San Mateo County
A man was arrested for allegedly hijacking a pickup, leading police on a chase. The suspect faces multiple charges including felony vehicle theft and DUI. [ more ]
50-year-old man suspected of attempting to kidnap 2 California girls arrested
Stranger attempted to kidnap two girls in Moreno Valley while they were walking to school, with one girl managing to break free and report the incident. [ more ]
U.S. marshal task force member, 2 NC correction officers killed while serving warrant in Charlotte
The deadly incident in Charlotte involving the shooting of law enforcement officials during a warrant service resulted in multiple casualties and injuries. [ more ]
Liberty City man shot by Miami police has felony charge dropped, prosecutors say
Donald Armstrong will no longer face aggravated assault charges but will face a misdemeanor charge of resisting arrest without violence after being shot multiple times by a Miami police officer during a mental breakdown. [ more ]
Man in Brooklyn shot in the face at street corner: cops | amNewYork
Brooklyn detectives are seeking the suspect who shot a man in the face at Lewis Avenue and Pulaski Street, Bedford-Stuyvesant, with no known motive disclosed yet. [ more ]
Watertown's first Black police officer was found murdered in her home in 2011; killer has never been found
Gail Miles, the first Black police officer in the Watertown Police Department, faced discrimination and was later found slain in her home in 2011. [ more ]
Jury Deadlocks on Murder Count Against Ex-Deputy in Killing of Colorado Man
A former deputy was found guilty of reckless endangerment in the fatal shooting of a man who called 911 for help, while a verdict on murder and official misconduct couldn't be reached. [ more ]
New 152million fraud website will stop victims being conned, says City of London Police chief
A new service aims to stop more fraudsters and streamline victim reporting, essential for combatting the prevalence of fraud targeting Taylor Swift fans. [ more ]
Girl breaks free from man's grasp as he tries to pull her in car, California cops say
A girl in California escaped a kidnapping attempt on her way to school. Deputies arrested the suspect, highlighting the importance of quick thinking and alertness. [ more ]
Man fined and banned from driving after his car crashed into cyclist and eloped
A Hackney man was fined and disqualified from driving for hitting a cyclist in Essex and fleeing the scene, showing the consequences of such actions. [ more ]
Gang member charged with attempted murder after deputy shot in the back
A close call for a sheriff's deputy as a bullet narrowly misses his protective vest during an ambush, leading to attempted murder charges against the shooter. [ more ]
California Republican wants more penalties for buying child sex. She claims bill got 'hijacked'
California Sen. Shannon Grove wants to increase penalties for buying sex with children, while opponents argue the bill could penalize teenagers having consensual sex. [ more ]
UK police arrest three over deaths of five people in English Channel
Deaths occurred when a small overcrowded boat carrying 112 people set out to cross the English Channel, highlighting the dangers of illegal immigration. [ more ]
Gov. Hochul initiative targets illegal smoke shops across NYC, paving the way for more closures and hefty fines - QNS
The surge of illegal smoke shops across NYC is being addressed through a new initiative allowing for their closure and hefty fines on landlords, aiming to protect legal cannabis businesses. [ more ]
NY Gov. Kathy Hochul, NYC Mayor Eric Adams take victory lap on smoke shops crackdown - but enforcement hasn't even started yet
They plan to enforce new state laws to crack down on illicit pot shops in New York, targeting illegal cannabis distribution through strict penalties and enforcement measures. [ more ]
Brothers tried to smuggle cocaine from Lithuania to London in 8million operation
Metropolitan Police dismantled a significant drug trafficking ring, leading to the sentencing of 12 individuals for coordinating numerous drug imports in 2020. [ more ]
Brothers jailed for role in 8million cocaine smuggling plot
The use of encrypted messaging services like Encrochat by criminals for organizing drug deals is being monitored and dismantled by dedicated law enforcement. [ more ]
Former Correction Officers and Rikers Employees Charged With Corruption
Five people, including employees and a detainee from Rikers Island, have been charged with corruption for smuggling contraband like drugs and cellphones into the jail.
The defendants accepted bribes to smuggle in a variety of illegal substances, which contributed to making Rikers Island less safe for inmates and officers during a spike in overdoses. [ more ]