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Tom Girardi's sentencing delayed as judge weighs prison or medical facility

Tom Girardi's sentencing is under dispute due to concerns over his health and suitability for prison.

Employee Of Brooklyn Moving Company Sentenced For Defrauding Customers

Andre Prince was sentenced to 24 months for his role in a fraudulent moving scheme that exploited customers and held their belongings hostage.

Tom Girardi's sentencing delayed as judge weighs prison or medical facility

Tom Girardi's sentencing is under dispute due to concerns over his health and suitability for prison.

Employee Of Brooklyn Moving Company Sentenced For Defrauding Customers

Andre Prince was sentenced to 24 months for his role in a fraudulent moving scheme that exploited customers and held their belongings hostage.
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Gisele Pelicot's husband jailed for 20 years as judges decide on 50 other accused in French mass rape trial

Dominique Pelicot was sentenced to 20 years in prison for drugging and raping Gisele Pelicot over nearly a decade.
#youth-crime

Two teenage girls sentenced over series of antisemitic attacks in London

Two teenage girls were sentenced for multiple antisemitic attacks, highlighting the urgent need to address hate crimes among youth.

Boy, 17, shot dead after argument over being filmed at music studio

A 17-year-old was shot and attacked with a machete outside a music studio, leading to multiple life sentences for the assailants.

Judge slams mother who took baby in a pram to Manchester riot

A young mother was spared jail for throwing water at police during a riot while with her toddler, highlighting issues of parental responsibility.

Two teenage girls sentenced over series of antisemitic attacks in London

Two teenage girls were sentenced for multiple antisemitic attacks, highlighting the urgent need to address hate crimes among youth.

Boy, 17, shot dead after argument over being filmed at music studio

A 17-year-old was shot and attacked with a machete outside a music studio, leading to multiple life sentences for the assailants.

Judge slams mother who took baby in a pram to Manchester riot

A young mother was spared jail for throwing water at police during a riot while with her toddler, highlighting issues of parental responsibility.
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#traffic-accident

Driver inhales laughing gas behind wheel before killing three teenage passengers

A young driver was jailed for over nine years after a crash killed three passengers due to driving under the influence of laughing gas.

Newark: Man gets 6-month jail sentence for killing motorcyclist in DUI crash

A man was sentenced to six months in jail for a drunk driving crash that resulted in one death and one injury.

Tourist gets 2 months in jail for fatal wrong-way crash in Redwood City

An Australian tourist received two months in jail after causing a fatal accident by driving on the wrong side of the road.

Driver inhales laughing gas behind wheel before killing three teenage passengers

A young driver was jailed for over nine years after a crash killed three passengers due to driving under the influence of laughing gas.

Newark: Man gets 6-month jail sentence for killing motorcyclist in DUI crash

A man was sentenced to six months in jail for a drunk driving crash that resulted in one death and one injury.

Tourist gets 2 months in jail for fatal wrong-way crash in Redwood City

An Australian tourist received two months in jail after causing a fatal accident by driving on the wrong side of the road.
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#child-abuse

Foster parents of tortured Turpin children now sentenced for their abuse

The foster care system must ensure the safety and well-being of children, particularly those recovering from trauma.

Child abuse victims say Huw Edwards' sentence nothing' compared to lifelong trauma

Huw Edwards' case underscores the long-lasting psychological trauma for survivors of child sexual abuse, particularly related to the portrayal of illicit images.

Sara Sharif's dad and stepmum jailed for 'torture' and murder of 10-year-old

Sara Sharif suffered years of abuse leading to her tragic death, exposing deep familial and societal failures to protect vulnerable children.

California foster dad sentenced to 7 years for abusing child torture victims

A man was sentenced to seven years for abusing foster children previously tortured by their parents, highlighting system failures in child welfare.

Foster parents of tortured Turpin children now sentenced for their abuse

The foster care system must ensure the safety and well-being of children, particularly those recovering from trauma.

Child abuse victims say Huw Edwards' sentence nothing' compared to lifelong trauma

Huw Edwards' case underscores the long-lasting psychological trauma for survivors of child sexual abuse, particularly related to the portrayal of illicit images.

Sara Sharif's dad and stepmum jailed for 'torture' and murder of 10-year-old

Sara Sharif suffered years of abuse leading to her tragic death, exposing deep familial and societal failures to protect vulnerable children.

California foster dad sentenced to 7 years for abusing child torture victims

A man was sentenced to seven years for abusing foster children previously tortured by their parents, highlighting system failures in child welfare.
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#criminal-justice

Berkeley man pleads guilty to federal gun charges

A Berkeley man received a six-year prison sentence for possessing guns as a felon, linked to a February shooting incident.

Lynn man gets at least 12 years in prison for child rape

Ivan Santos Lula was sentenced to 12-15 years for raping his nine-year-old stepdaughter, with additional probation and sex offender registration after serving time.

Berkeley man pleads guilty to federal gun charges

A Berkeley man received a six-year prison sentence for possessing guns as a felon, linked to a February shooting incident.

Lynn man gets at least 12 years in prison for child rape

Ivan Santos Lula was sentenced to 12-15 years for raping his nine-year-old stepdaughter, with additional probation and sex offender registration after serving time.
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#vandalism

Activists Sent to Prison for Pouring Powder Over Case Holding U.S. Constitution

Activists sentenced for vandalizing U.S. Constitution display to highlight climate change issues.

Climate activists who dumped red powder on US Constitution at National Archives sentenced to prison

Climate activists Zepeda and Green received prison sentences for vandalizing museum displays, highlighting the judicial stance against eco-vandalism as ineffective protest.

Activists sentenced over milk pouring stunts

Two animal rights activists were sentenced after pouring milk at department stores in protest, highlighting issues around animal welfare and climate change.

Activists Sent to Prison for Pouring Powder Over Case Holding U.S. Constitution

Activists sentenced for vandalizing U.S. Constitution display to highlight climate change issues.

Climate activists who dumped red powder on US Constitution at National Archives sentenced to prison

Climate activists Zepeda and Green received prison sentences for vandalizing museum displays, highlighting the judicial stance against eco-vandalism as ineffective protest.

Activists sentenced over milk pouring stunts

Two animal rights activists were sentenced after pouring milk at department stores in protest, highlighting issues around animal welfare and climate change.
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Owner of Medford construction company sentenced for tax fraud

Mauricio Baiense was sentenced to 18 months for tax fraud and lying about a workplace accident, reflecting serious legal repercussions for corporate malpractice.

San Carlos woman sentenced to prison for attack on father

Brittany Irene Bernstein was sentenced to four years for attacking her father when he asked her to move out, highlighting issues of elder abuse.

Florida Woman Who Fatally Shot Black Neighbor Gets 25 Years in Prison

A white woman in Florida received a 25-year prison sentence for fatally shooting her Black neighbor in a high-profile case prompting national outrage.
#organized-crime

Boston man sentenced to 5 months in prison for COVID relief fraud

A Boston man was sentenced for fraudulently obtaining PPP funds, reflecting serious repercussions for pandemic-related financial crimes.

Bromley dealer ran operation importing drugs from abroad using storage unit

Lee Silvester from Bromley jailed for 9 years for drug conspiracy with extensive evidence found at his home.

Boston man sentenced to 5 months in prison for COVID relief fraud

A Boston man was sentenced for fraudulently obtaining PPP funds, reflecting serious repercussions for pandemic-related financial crimes.

Bromley dealer ran operation importing drugs from abroad using storage unit

Lee Silvester from Bromley jailed for 9 years for drug conspiracy with extensive evidence found at his home.
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#national-security

Ex-C.I.A. Officer Who Spied for China Is Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison

A former C.I.A. officer was sentenced to 10 years for espionage involving classified information to China.

Jack Teixeira Sentenced to 15 Years in Leaked Documents Case

A Massachusetts Air National Guardsman received a 15-year sentence for leaking classified information, emphasizing the need for stricter clearance processes.

Ex-C.I.A. Officer Who Spied for China Is Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison

A former C.I.A. officer was sentenced to 10 years for espionage involving classified information to China.

Jack Teixeira Sentenced to 15 Years in Leaked Documents Case

A Massachusetts Air National Guardsman received a 15-year sentence for leaking classified information, emphasizing the need for stricter clearance processes.
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Brookline woman gets jail time for embezzling $2.5 million from Takeda

A Brookline woman was sentenced for defrauding Takeda Pharmaceutical of over $2.5 million through fake consulting invoices.
#russia

Four members of REvil sentenced by Russian court

Four members of the REvil ransomware group received prison sentences in Russia, marking a significant legal response to cybercrime.

EU Envoy Says Visa-Free Travel For Georgians May Depend On 'Free And Fair' Elections

The sentencing of Andrei Lugovoi illustrates Russia's crackdown on anti-war dissent and misinformation regarding its military actions in Ukraine.

Four members of REvil sentenced by Russian court

Four members of the REvil ransomware group received prison sentences in Russia, marking a significant legal response to cybercrime.

EU Envoy Says Visa-Free Travel For Georgians May Depend On 'Free And Fair' Elections

The sentencing of Andrei Lugovoi illustrates Russia's crackdown on anti-war dissent and misinformation regarding its military actions in Ukraine.
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Online predator gets life in UK's biggest catfishing' case DW 10/25/2024

McCartney was sentenced to life for multiple charges including child sexual abuse and manslaughter linked to his online grooming tactics.
The case underscores the severe psychological toll of online child grooming and abuse, leading to tragic outcomes for victims and their families.

Art Dealer Timothy Sammons Sentenced to Prison for Pocketing Picasso Profits

Art dealer Timothy Sammons was sentenced for defrauding clients out of $10 million through deceitful sales practices.

Husband of Bronx daycare owner sentenced to 45 years for deadly drug trafficking operation - Bronx Times

A Bronx man was sentenced to 45 years for fentanyl trafficking linked to a daycare, causing a child's death and injuries to others.
#sex-offender

Former Mass. child psychologist sentenced for child porn

Mark Ternullo, a former child psychologist, was sentenced to prison for possessing thousands of child pornography images.

California teacher who tried meeting teen for sex sentenced to 10 years in prison

Sean Stevenson was sentenced to 10 years for attempting to engage in sexual acts with a minor, emphasizing the legal system's stand against child exploitation.

Former Mass. child psychologist sentenced for child porn

Mark Ternullo, a former child psychologist, was sentenced to prison for possessing thousands of child pornography images.

California teacher who tried meeting teen for sex sentenced to 10 years in prison

Sean Stevenson was sentenced to 10 years for attempting to engage in sexual acts with a minor, emphasizing the legal system's stand against child exploitation.
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Watch as laughing BMW driver puts police officer in hospital during car chase

A BMW driver was sentenced to 14 months in prison after injuring a police officer during a reckless car chase that damaged police property.
#capitol-riot

Follower of far-right group who assaulted officer on Jan. 6 sentenced

Joseph Brody, a white supremacist supporter, received an 18-month prison sentence for his involvement in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.

2 Men Sentenced to Prison for Attacking Officers at Jan. 6 Riot

Two men sentenced for their roles in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, highlighting the serious repercussions of such actions against democracy.

Follower of far-right group who assaulted officer on Jan. 6 sentenced

Joseph Brody, a white supremacist supporter, received an 18-month prison sentence for his involvement in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.

2 Men Sentenced to Prison for Attacking Officers at Jan. 6 Riot

Two men sentenced for their roles in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, highlighting the serious repercussions of such actions against democracy.
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Caroline Ellison sentenced to two years in prison for FTX fraud | TechCrunch

Caroline Ellison was sentenced to two years for her role in the FTX fraud, significantly less than Sam Bankman-Fried's 25-year sentence.
#public-safety

Drug-impaired wrong-way driver gets 15 years for Williamsburg crash that left woman paralyzed * Brooklyn Paper

A Long Island man was sentenced to 15 years for causing a wrong-way DUI crash that left a woman paralyzed.
Virgilio Rodriguez faced charges including aggravated vehicular assault and driving while impaired by drugs.

Man sentenced to 30 years for murder of trans woman in Minneapolis

A Minneapolis man received over 30 years for the murder of transgender woman Savannah Ryan Williams, highlighting violence against the trans community.

Drug-impaired wrong-way driver gets 15 years for Williamsburg crash that left woman paralyzed * Brooklyn Paper

A Long Island man was sentenced to 15 years for causing a wrong-way DUI crash that left a woman paralyzed.
Virgilio Rodriguez faced charges including aggravated vehicular assault and driving while impaired by drugs.

Man sentenced to 30 years for murder of trans woman in Minneapolis

A Minneapolis man received over 30 years for the murder of transgender woman Savannah Ryan Williams, highlighting violence against the trans community.
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Backpage.com founder sentenced to 5 years in prison as shocking allegations swirl

Michael Lacey, founder of Backpage.com, received five years in prison for money laundering amid allegations of promoting prostitution through classified ads.

Man jailed and banned from London Underground after exposing genitals on District Line

A man was jailed for nine months for exposing himself at a London Underground station, indicating strict enforcement of public decency laws.

NY man barred from owning pets for life after beating chihuahua named Pup-Pup to death

A Long Island man was sentenced to prison and banned from owning pets after admitting to beating his aunt's chihuahua to death.

Man known as eunuch maker' who streamed mutilations is jailed for life

The leader of a gruesome body modification network was jailed for life for extreme mutilations and manipulation of vulnerable victims.

Man jailed over hoax terror campaign targeting schools, Westfield shopping centres and Stansted Airport

Gary Preston, 64, was jailed for a 6-week hoax terrorism campaign in 2013, sending envelopes with white powder and threatening letters causing panic and evacuations.

Four jailed after sawn-off shotgun fired at funeral crowd in Euston

Gang jailed for drive-by shooting at funeral leaving a young girl injured.

Brooklyn real estate fraudster sentenced to prison after swindling victims out of nearly $1M * Brooklyn Paper

Fraudulent real estate scheme led to $1 million theft
Perpetrator sentenced to up to seven years in prison

Man gets jail time for systematically killing California family's pets

A family's kind gesture of housing a friend turned into a nightmare when their pets were tragically killed.
The perpetrator, Johnson, was sentenced to three years and eight months in jail for felony animal abuse.

Girl, 11, died on her birthday after London neighbour used bedbug poison

A woman received a suspended sentence for fatally poisoning a child with illegal gas imported for bedbug extermination.
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