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2 days ago
UK news

Former Sussex Police officer facing trial for rape charged with 18 further offences relating to computer misuse

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2 days ago
UK news

Former Sussex Police officer facing trial for rape charged with 18 further offences relating to computer misuse

fromKqed
5 days ago

Vallejo Police Hid Details Of In Custody Death | KQED

In 2016, Darryl Mefferd encountered Vallejo police officer Jeremy Callinan in the Sutter Solano Medical Center parking lot, leading to events that resulted in his death.
San Francisco
#plea-deal
#racism
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 days ago

5 Years After George Floyd's Death, Minneapolis Debates His Memorial Site

George Floyd Square symbolizes a national reckoning over police misconduct and racism, with ongoing debates about its future.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 days ago

5 Years After George Floyd's Death, Minneapolis Debates His Memorial Site

George Floyd Square symbolizes a national reckoning over police misconduct and racism, with ongoing debates about its future.
#public-trust
#legal-issues
Black Lives Matter
fromAtlanta Black Star
2 months ago

'Unlawful and Invasive Search': Five Male NYPD Cops Brutally Arrested Black Woman Then Allegedly Conducted Full-Body Search, Touching Her Intimate Areas

Keyanna Moody was arrested and beaten by NYPD officers after allegedly operating an e-bike illegally while trying to buy cotton candy for her daughter.
Law
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

After allegations of illegal police tracking device, DA dropped Oakland murder case

Oakland police are accused of unlawful surveillance, leading to case dismissal before a court ruling could decide on the legality of a tracking device.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Atlanta Braves

Georgia college student facing deportation was wrongly pulled over during traffic stop: 'Super maddening'

Black Lives Matter
fromAtlanta Black Star
2 months ago

'Unlawful and Invasive Search': Five Male NYPD Cops Brutally Arrested Black Woman Then Allegedly Conducted Full-Body Search, Touching Her Intimate Areas

Keyanna Moody was arrested and beaten by NYPD officers after allegedly operating an e-bike illegally while trying to buy cotton candy for her daughter.
Law
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

After allegations of illegal police tracking device, DA dropped Oakland murder case

Oakland police are accused of unlawful surveillance, leading to case dismissal before a court ruling could decide on the legality of a tracking device.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Atlanta Braves

Georgia college student facing deportation was wrongly pulled over during traffic stop: 'Super maddening'

Boston food
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

Spare a Thought for the Snitch

The Boston Globe's Spotlight team reveals police misconduct in exploiting informants in New Bedford, highlighting systemic abuse and lack of oversight.
fromwww.sbsun.com
2 weeks ago

Baton-wielding California cop disciplined, could be stripped of badge

The department has completed the investigation and concluded that the use of force was out of policy, resulting in discipline for the involved officers.
Black Lives Matter
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Bakersfield detective accused of trying to coerce girl to send explicit material over Instagram

The allegations against Detective Lugo are deeply disturbing and do not reflect the values of our department or the expectations of our community.
Black Lives Matter
#steroid-distribution
#justice-system
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Man found guilty in murder of ex-girlfriend who asked Toronto police for help days before her death | CBC News

Dylon Dowman was found guilty of first-degree murder for killing his ex-girlfriend, highlighting failures in police response to domestic violence reports.
fromCbsnews
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

New York correction officer pleads guilty in beating death of inmate Robert Brooks

Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Man found guilty in murder of ex-girlfriend who asked Toronto police for help days before her death | CBC News

Dylon Dowman was found guilty of first-degree murder for killing his ex-girlfriend, highlighting failures in police response to domestic violence reports.
fromCbsnews
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

New York correction officer pleads guilty in beating death of inmate Robert Brooks

#investigatory-powers-tribunal
London politics
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago

'Suspect' writer Jeff Pope on his 7/7 drama: 'I think that the Met still has questions to answer'

The drama focuses on Jean Charles de Menezes' wrongful death and the subsequent cover-up by the Metropolitan Police.
#public-safety
Arsenal
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Met detective sacked for 'throwing flare' and wearing balaclava during Arsenal match

A police officer was dismissed for football hooliganism, including violence and intimidation at matches, highlighting issues of accountability among law enforcement.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago
New York City

Toronto police officer charged with assault after man seriously injured last summer: SIU | CBC News

Arsenal
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Met detective sacked for 'throwing flare' and wearing balaclava during Arsenal match

A police officer was dismissed for football hooliganism, including violence and intimidation at matches, highlighting issues of accountability among law enforcement.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago
New York City

Toronto police officer charged with assault after man seriously injured last summer: SIU | CBC News

fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Knife store owner sues Dublin police for alleged illegal searches, seizing of 300-plus weapons

According to the lawsuit, Cowens and Shepard entered Dublin Knives on April 13, 2023 while responding to a call of a robbery, did not present a warrant and began searching Chopra's store and seizing guns, switch blades and other inventory.
DC food
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Patrick Lyoya's Killing: Michigan Police Officer Goes on Trial

The murder trial of former officer Christopher Schurr revolves around the justification of lethal force used in the death of Patrick Lyoya.
#nypd
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYC paid out $206M to settle NYPD misconduct claims last year - most since 2018: report

City taxpayers paid nearly $206 million in 2024 to settle NYPD misconduct lawsuits, the highest since 2018.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

NYPD cop sexted with undercover officer posing as 14-year-old girl while overseeing youth outreach program: prosecutors

An NYPD officer faces charges for sexting an undercover cop posing as a 14-year-old girl.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYPD transit commander demoted for allegedly faking subway crime stats

NYPD Capt. Steven Hyland removed from command over allegations of falsifying subway crime reports.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

2 N.Y.P.D. Officers Are Charged With Burglary and Groping

Two rookie NYPD officers were indicted for burglary and misconduct after allegedly groping and robbing a sex worker.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Two on-duty NYPD cops groped, robbed hooker after 311 call to infamous open-air sex market: prosecutors

Two NYPD officers are accused of groping a sex worker and stealing cash during an incident while on duty.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Bronx cops suspended after fleeing the scene of fiery crash that killed driver | amNewYork

Two Bronx cops suspended for fleeing a crash that may have caused a man's death.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYC paid out $206M to settle NYPD misconduct claims last year - most since 2018: report

City taxpayers paid nearly $206 million in 2024 to settle NYPD misconduct lawsuits, the highest since 2018.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

NYPD cop sexted with undercover officer posing as 14-year-old girl while overseeing youth outreach program: prosecutors

An NYPD officer faces charges for sexting an undercover cop posing as a 14-year-old girl.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYPD transit commander demoted for allegedly faking subway crime stats

NYPD Capt. Steven Hyland removed from command over allegations of falsifying subway crime reports.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

2 N.Y.P.D. Officers Are Charged With Burglary and Groping

Two rookie NYPD officers were indicted for burglary and misconduct after allegedly groping and robbing a sex worker.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Two on-duty NYPD cops groped, robbed hooker after 311 call to infamous open-air sex market: prosecutors

Two NYPD officers are accused of groping a sex worker and stealing cash during an incident while on duty.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Bronx cops suspended after fleeing the scene of fiery crash that killed driver | amNewYork

Two Bronx cops suspended for fleeing a crash that may have caused a man's death.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Sunday Links: Sacramento Sheriff's Deputy Fired For Shoving Elderly Prisoner To The Ground

The Sunset Dunes park at Ocean Beach, despite its initial popularity, faces backlash on social media, suggesting that proponents may overlook legitimate concerns raised by opponents.
San Francisco
#criminal-justice
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Ex-Antioch cop takes the witness stand, says he and colleagues hurt people because they enjoyed it

Eric Rombough admitted to police violence for amusement and is now testifying against a colleague after pleading guilty to conspiracy.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Police officer caught removing burglar's tag in secret sexual relationship

A police officer was jailed for removing a burglar's monitoring tag to facilitate an illegal relationship.
UK news
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Met Police special constable who groped schoolgirl in Tesco queue is sacked

Hassnain Shahzad, a former special constable, received a suspended sentence for sexually assaulting a schoolgirl and was dismissed from the police.
Women
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

How Police Let One of America's Most Prolific Predators Get Away

A prosecutor's investigation into a businessman revealed police negligence and systemic issues in handling sexual assault cases.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Video: Black Oakland Chef Tased, Detained In Dallas, Says He Was Wrongfully Accused Of Drug Possession

Black Lives Matter
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Ex-Antioch cop takes the witness stand, says he and colleagues hurt people because they enjoyed it

Eric Rombough admitted to police violence for amusement and is now testifying against a colleague after pleading guilty to conspiracy.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Police officer caught removing burglar's tag in secret sexual relationship

A police officer was jailed for removing a burglar's monitoring tag to facilitate an illegal relationship.
UK news
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Met Police special constable who groped schoolgirl in Tesco queue is sacked

Hassnain Shahzad, a former special constable, received a suspended sentence for sexually assaulting a schoolgirl and was dismissed from the police.
Women
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

How Police Let One of America's Most Prolific Predators Get Away

A prosecutor's investigation into a businessman revealed police negligence and systemic issues in handling sexual assault cases.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Video: Black Oakland Chef Tased, Detained In Dallas, Says He Was Wrongfully Accused Of Drug Possession

NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Top New York State court orders Suffolk PD to release records on officer misconduct allegations

The Suffolk County PD must release previously sealed police misconduct records after a ruling by New York's highest court.
#accountability
#law-enforcement
Black Lives Matter
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Newly released video shows possible police misconduct in deadly 2023 Martinez shooting

Three officers fired following misconduct in a fatal police shooting, raising concerns about police accountability and use of force.
Portland food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Feds say ex-Antioch cops plotted to violently oppress residents. They were doing their job, defense says

Two former Antioch police officers face charges of civil rights violations and conspiracy to harm individuals while on duty.
Portland food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Fate of ex-Antioch K9 cop accused of plotting to brutalize residents now in jury's hands

The jury is responsible for determining if ex-officer Morteza Amiri conspired to target residents in a racist campaign or if he's innocent.
Black Lives Matter
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Newly released video shows possible police misconduct in deadly 2023 Martinez shooting

Three officers fired following misconduct in a fatal police shooting, raising concerns about police accountability and use of force.
Portland food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Feds say ex-Antioch cops plotted to violently oppress residents. They were doing their job, defense says

Two former Antioch police officers face charges of civil rights violations and conspiracy to harm individuals while on duty.
Portland food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Fate of ex-Antioch K9 cop accused of plotting to brutalize residents now in jury's hands

The jury is responsible for determining if ex-officer Morteza Amiri conspired to target residents in a racist campaign or if he's innocent.
#corruption
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Corrupt Met Police officer jailed for stealing dead woman's money for Amazon and Deliveroo shopping spree

A police officer was jailed for 20 months for stealing a dead woman's bank details and making fraudulent purchases.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Crooked ex-LI cop who moonlighted as a Bonanno solider helped fuel mini-mob war with rival Genovese: 'Crime family over public'

Corruption within the police force fueled a mob war in Long Island, spotlighting collusion between law enforcement and organized crime.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Corrupt Met Police officer jailed for stealing dead woman's money for Amazon and Deliveroo shopping spree

A police officer was jailed for 20 months for stealing a dead woman's bank details and making fraudulent purchases.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Crooked ex-LI cop who moonlighted as a Bonanno solider helped fuel mini-mob war with rival Genovese: 'Crime family over public'

Corruption within the police force fueled a mob war in Long Island, spotlighting collusion between law enforcement and organized crime.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

NJ police chief's alleged sick pranks - including stomach-turning bathroom behavior - revealed in images and court docs

New Jersey police chief accused of creating a toxic work environment through grotesque pranks and harassment.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

Met Police officer banned for repugnant' grooming of 11-year-old girl

PC Elvis Moreira's behavior was repugnant and fell very far below the high standards we expect of our officers.
UK news
#legal-proceedings
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Ex-Met officer in court for alleged sex offences

A former Met Police officer, David Carrick, faces serious sexual crime charges, with a trial scheduled to begin on November 3.
Law
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Mistrial declared for one of two Antioch cops facing corruption case after judge puts law firm in the hot seat

A mistrial was declared for ex-officer Devon Wenger due to prosecution delays in sharing evidence, impacting his defense; co-defendant's trial continues.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Ex-Met officer in court for alleged sex offences

A former Met Police officer, David Carrick, faces serious sexual crime charges, with a trial scheduled to begin on November 3.
Law
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Mistrial declared for one of two Antioch cops facing corruption case after judge puts law firm in the hot seat

A mistrial was declared for ex-officer Devon Wenger due to prosecution delays in sharing evidence, impacting his defense; co-defendant's trial continues.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

'There's a meal on his head': Behind the 'gladiator fights' in L.A. juvenile halls

"There's a meal on his head... It's basically a bounty," recounted the teenager, highlighting how L.A. County probation officers incentivized violence among youths with food rewards.
NYC parents
Portland food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Jury delivers split verdict in rollercoaster police brutality trial of former Antioch K9 officer

Ex-officer Morteza Amiri was convicted of civil rights violations amid one of Bay Area's largest policing scandals.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Met officer cleared of being new Wayne Couzens' after allegations by fantasist'

The misconduct panel found PC Watson acted inappropriately towards young female officers, making comments on their clothing and appearance, creating a power imbalance.
UK news
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Jury Awards $120 Million to Illinois Men Wrongfully Convicted of Murder

Two wrongfully convicted men awarded $120 million after 16 years in prison.
The jury found they were coerced into false confessions and framed.
#free-speech
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago
London politics

Pathetic 'anti-free speech' Greater Manchester Police visit grandmothers' home over online activity - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The police questioned a grandmother over a non-crime social media post, raising concerns about free speech and police priorities.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

NH police officer arrested in Mass. on child pornography charges

A New Hampshire officer was arrested on severe child pornography charges, prompting his administrative leave from the police department.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Day Around The Bay: Elvira Donates Tesla With 'Elon Sux' Painted On It To NPR

A woman was arrested for child endangerment after disrupting a horse riding lesson.
Federal trial set for former police officers charged with excessive force.
Child sexual abuse material found at the home of a local educator.
Vandalism leads to canceled classes at Rohnert Park elementary school.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Revealed: at least 25 UK spy cops' had sex with deceived members of public

Undercover police officers deceived women by forming relationships without disclosing their true undercover status.
Social justice
fromtime.com
2 months ago

How Decades-Old Progressive Reforms Helped Usher in a Culture of Police Impunity

Police brutality issues in America are influenced by both historical Jim Crow laws and mid-20th century progressive legislation.
The perception of police chiefs as the source of misconduct complicates the conversation on accountability.
Arsenal
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Football hooligan Met detective gets banning order

A former detective was banned from football matches after engaging in hooliganism, including throwing a flare and chanting about a tragedy.
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