During a brief 22-minute period in east London, a fatal stabbing occurred alongside other injuries and arrests, prompting a major police response. [ more ]
Police killed student outside Wisconsin school after reports of someone with a weapon, official says
Police shot and killed a student outside a middle school in Wisconsin after reports of someone with a weapon, prompting an hourslong lockdown.
Some details about the incident were provided, but key questions remain unanswered, leaving uncertainty about the exact circumstances of the shooting. [ more ]
Terrifying picture of sword-wielding man in Hainault
A man wielding a sword attacked multiple people in Hainault, with five injured and two police officers involved. No ongoing threat to community. [ more ]
Man arrested for attempted murder as Met police officer stabbed on duty
The Met officer was stabbed while responding to a man with a knife, displaying immense bravery and dedication to duty in protecting the public. [ more ]
NYC says half of those arrested at 2 pro-Palestinian campus protests were not students
Nearly half of arrested protesters in pro-Palestinian protests at New York campuses not affiliated with schools, leading to police involvement and controversy. [ more ]
San Jose: Police union names officers injured in Thursday shooting
The San Jose Police Officers' Association identified officers involved in a shooting incident and detailed the events leading to the incident. [ more ]
Locks, Chains, Diversions: How Columbia Students Seized Hamilton Hall
The takeover of Hamilton Hall by protesters at Columbia University sparked debate and scrutiny on the issue of unrest and radicalization on college campuses. [ more ]
Woman allegedly drives into Coast Guard base, Fenway Park before being stopped by forklift
A woman caused chaos on Boston roads, hitting cars, running over a foot, and evading police before being stopped at Fenway Park with a forklift. [ more ]
What students say about the protests rocking their campuses
Pro-Palestinian protests create ideological battleground on college campuses, impacting students' lives and evoking mixed feelings of solidarity, discomfort, and concern. [ more ]
Boy, 13, dead after sword attack in east London, police say
A 13-year-old boy died in a sword attack near a Tube station in east London. Four others were wounded, including two police officers, with none of the injuries believed to be life-threatening. [ more ]
Sadiq Khan criticised as data reveals 'epidemic' of armed shoplifting in London
Shoplifting in London surged under Sadiq Khan's tenure, with armed shoplifting increasing by 91% last year compared to the period before he took office. [ more ]
To fix the subway, NYC must fix its mental health problems
Untreated mentally ill individuals often contribute to subway crime, highlighting the need for mental health intervention.
Increasing police presence in the subway may not be enough; there is a call for accountability in the mental health system for better outcomes. [ more ]
Teen found with knife injuries to his face and hands near train station in Harrow
Police responded to a stabbing incident at Harrow on the Hill train station, where an 18-year-old man was found with knife injuries to his face and hands. [ more ]
Woman found dead inside Sunland trash bin identified
The Los Angeles County medical examiner identified a woman found dead in a trash bin in Sunland as 32-year-old Heather Hass. Cause of death is undisclosed. [ more ]
Shooters on scooters gun down 4 people in New York City, killing 1, police say; suspect in custody
Authorities in New York City reported a shooting incident involving scooter riders, resulting in one fatality and three injuries. Police are investigating the incident to determine the motive. [ more ]
Moment police pounce on suspect carrying machete outside London Tube station
Bystanders praised officers for handling a situation involving an armed man outside a London Tube station effectively and swiftly.
Despite the tense situation, witnesses noted that many people reacted as if the incident was normal, showcasing a sense of desensitization to such events. [ more ]
Road closed off as man stabbed near to Tube station
Police responded to a stabbing incident at Queens Market in Upton Park, a man in his 40s was injured but his condition is not life-threatening, no arrests have been made yet. [ more ]