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www.nytimes.com
3 days ago
New York City

Former Pennsylvania Nurse Gets Life Sentence in Insulin Deaths

A former nurse in Pennsylvania was sentenced to life in prison for administering excessive doses of insulin to patients, resulting in deaths. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Two men who filmed themselves beating man to death in Pinner jailed

Two men have been jailed for murdering a man in his home in north-west London.
One of the men bludgeoned the victim to death while the other filmed the attack. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Serial killer nurse Lucy Letby has keys to her own cell' and leads cushy life

Former neonatal nurse, Lucy Letby, who murdered seven babies, has been given keys to her own prison cell.
Letby can lock herself away from other inmates if she feels threatened.
She is now being held at HMP Bronzefield and has reportedly befriended other killers at the prison. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Zara Aleena's family demands inquiry into claims her killer had sex with prison worker at high security jail

The family of Zara Aleena is calling for a public inquiry into claims that her murderer had sex with a prison worker at the high security jail where he is incarcerated.
An internal investigation is underway, but the family wants a public investigation to address the incident. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
UK news

Woman who killed partner's new lover in jealous rage' lies to police at murder scene

A woman was sentenced to 26 years in prison for murdering her partner's new lover in a jealous rage.
The woman was captured on police bodycam footage lying about how her DNA was found under the victim's fingernails. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Europe news

Aleksei Navalny, Russian Opposition Leader, Dies in Prison at 47

Aleksei Navalny, a prominent opposition leader in Russia, has died in prison at the age of 47.
Navalny had been serving multiple prison sentences and his death is believed to be a result of mistreatment and negligence. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Europe news

The Kremlin was never able to fully silence Navalny.

Aleksei Navalny, despite being silenced by the Kremlin, has always found ways to be heard and remained the moral and de facto leader of the opposition to Putin.
While in prison, Navalny used methods like speaking to his lawyers and posting on social media to communicate with the outside world. [ more ]
Washington Post
2 months ago
Europe news

Live updates: Alexei Navalny, Russian opposition leader, dies in prison, officials say

Alexei Navalny, Russia's jailed opposition leader, died in a Russian prison colony.
Navalny survived a poisoning attempt in 2020 and had been jailed since 2021 on trumped-up charges. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Europe news

Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny has died in prison: State media

Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny has died in prison.
Navalny was serving a 19-year sentence in a harsh penal colony. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Hundreds of protesters clash with police in Russian republic of Bashkortostan

Protests broke out in Bashkortostan after a local activist was convicted and sentenced to prison.
The protest was one of the largest reported demonstrations since the war in Ukraine began in 2014. [ more ]
www.france24.com
4 months ago
Europe news

Kremlin critic Navalny taken from Moscow prison to unknown location: spokesperson

Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has been removed from a prison near Moscow and taken to an undisclosed location.
Navalny's supporters have raised concerns about his whereabouts and lack of access for lawyers. [ more ]
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Slate Magazine
2 months ago
Europe news

One of Putin's Biggest Critics Has Died in a Penal Colony. Here's What He Wanted for Russia.

Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has reportedly died in a penal colony in the Arctic Circle.
Navalny's death is likely to be seen as a political assassination, coming just a month before Russian presidential elections. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago
Europe news

Cameron warns Putin of 'consequences' and must be held 'accountable' for Navalny's murder

The British Foreign Secretary has called for Vladimir Putin to be held accountable for the murder of Alexei Navalny.
Lord David Cameron emphasized the need for consequences for Putin and criticized the nature of Putin's regime in Russia. [ more ]
www.npr.org
2 months ago
Europe news

Alexei Navalny has died in prison at 47, Moscow says

Navalny, a fierce critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin, has died in prison at the age of 47.
He was serving a 19-year sentence on charges of extremism and had been moved to a high-security penal colony in the remote region of Kharp. [ more ]
www.france24.com
2 months ago
Europe news

Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has died, prison authorities say

Alexei Navalny, the prominent Russian opposition leader, has died in prison at the age of 47.
Navalny gained fame by criticizing Putin and exposing corruption, and was poisoned in 2020. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
2 months ago
Europe news

BREAKING: Imprisoned Russian Opposition Leader And Putin Critic Alexei Navalny Dead At 47

Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has died in prison at the age of 47.
Navalny's death comes after his high-profile fight against corruption and election fraud within Russia's ruling elite. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Europe news

Russian activist and Putin critic Alexei Navalny dies in prison

Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has died in jail, which is likely to be seen as a political assassination attributable to Vladimir Putin.
Navalny had previously complained of mistreatment and malnourishment in prison.
Navalny's family and close aide have not confirmed reports of his death. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny says prison plays pro-Putin pop song every morning

Navalny, a jailed Kremlin critic, has complained of being forced to listen to a pro-Putin pop singer every morning in prison.
The singer, known as Shaman, is a pro-Putin celebrity who has performed on state TV and is putting Putin forward for the presidency in March. [ more ]
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New York Post
5 months ago
US politics

Derek Chauvin back in same prison where he was stabbed 22 times by a fellow inmate

Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis cop convicted of murdering George Floyd, has been returned to prison after being stabbed by an inmate.
Chauvin's family is concerned about his safety and the facility's ability to protect him. [ more ]
time.com
5 months ago
US politics

Derek ChauvinHas Reportedly Been Stabbed in Federal Prison. Here's What to Know

Derek Chauvin was stabbed by another inmate at a federal prison in Arizona.
The office of Minnesota's attorney general expressed sadness and said Chauvin should be able to serve his sentence without fear of violence. [ more ]
www.npr.org
5 months ago
US politics

Derek Chauvin, officer convicted of George Floyd's murder, was stabbed in prison

Former police officer Derek Chauvin, convicted of George Floyd's murder, was stabbed by another inmate in an Arizona prison.
Chauvin remains in stable condition and has received medical treatment.
The motive behind the attack is unclear and prison visitations have been suspended. [ more ]
www.france24.com
5 months ago
US politics

Police officer who killed George Floyd reported to have been stabbed in prison

Derek Chauvin, the former US police officer convicted of murdering George Floyd, was stabbed in prison.
Chauvin survived the attack and was sent to a local hospital for treatment and evaluation.
The assault occurred at the Federal Correctional Institution in Tucson, Arizona. [ more ]
Cbsnews
5 months ago
US politics

Former Minnesota police officer Derek Chauvin stabbed by inmate in federal prison

Former police officer Derek Chauvin, convicted of murdering George Floyd, was stabbed and seriously injured by another inmate at a federal prison in Arizona.
The attack occurred at the Federal Correctional Institution, Tucson, which has been plagued by security lapses and staffing shortages.
Chauvin's stabbing is the second high-profile attack on a federal prisoner in the last five months. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Derek Chauvin, police officer who killed George Floyd, stabbed, report says

Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, convicted of murdering George Floyd, has been seriously injured in a stabbing at a federal correctional institution in Arizona.
Chauvin was stabbed by another inmate, according to an unnamed source.
The stabbing incident occurred on Friday and the Federal Correctional Institution in Tucson has not commented on the incident. [ more ]
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Irish Independent
4 days ago
New York City

Enoch Burke rejects claim he was 'engineer and architect' of any damage to his reputation

Mr. Burke refutes responsibility for reputation damage amid legal battle over defamation from publishers. [ more ]
Brooklyn, NY Patch
1 week ago
Brooklyn

BK Man Sent To Prison For Robbing Coney Island Restaurant: DA

A man in Brooklyn sentenced to 8 years in prison for breaking into and stealing $100,000 from a Coney Island restaurant. [ more ]
BKReader
2 months ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Gang Member Gets 25-Years to Life For Drive-by Shooting

Tarell Herbert sentenced to 25 years to life in prison for fatal shooting of gang rival
Co-defendant Tristan Murray sentenced to 35 years to life in prison [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Gunman who shot teenage moped rider lying on ground after being knocked off bike in Brixton is jailed

Gunman Christian Assi sentenced to 11 years in prison for shooting an 18-year-old on a moped in South London.
Accomplice Edmund Sido sentenced to 33 months for possession of a shotgun connected to the incident. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
3 months ago
California

9 hospitalized after 200 prisoners rush corrections officers in riot at Southern California prison

Eight corrections officers and one incarcerated person were injured in a riot involving 200 inmates in a Southern California prison.
The violence erupted during a contraband investigation when an inmate headbutted a staff member and 200 incarcerated people rushed towards officers attacking them with fists and rocks. [ more ]
The Sacramento Bee
4 months ago
California

California prisoner dies after recreational yard attack by two inmates

A prisoner at Salinas Valley State Prison in California was killed after being attacked by two other inmates.
The attack was stopped by a guard using a less-than-lethal device, but the victim died from his injuries. [ more ]
The Sacramento Bee
4 months ago
California

2 Los Angeles County men exonerated after spending decades in prison

Two men wrongfully convicted of crimes have been exonerated and freed after spending decades in prison.
The Los Angeles County district attorney apologized to the men for their wrongful convictions. [ more ]
The Sacramento Bee
4 months ago
California

Accused armored car robber out on early release robs another armored car, feds say

A man who served 26 years of a 46-year prison sentence was arrested for robbing an armored truck in California.
The suspect allegedly held the armored truck driver at gunpoint and stole $145,000. [ more ]
The Sacramento Bee
4 months ago
California

Mother and California inmate son charged in COVID unemployment insurance fraud case

A mother and her incarcerated son have been indicted for using inmates' names to file fraudulent unemployment claims during the pandemic.
The scheme involved filing claims for inmates who were not employed and then keeping the majority of the payments. [ more ]
GameSpot
3 months ago
Video games

Nintendo Pirate Gary Bowser Claims His Case Serves As "A Message" To Other Pirates

Gary Bowser, a Nintendo pirate, has opened up about his experience before, during, and after prison.
He was involved in piracy and arrested in September 2020
He must now pay a percentage of his income to cover the 14.5 million he owes Nintendo. [ more ]
POLITICO
3 months ago
US politics

Peter Navarro sentenced to four months in prison for defying Jan. 6 committee

Judge scolds former Trump aide Peter Navarro for refusing to comply with congressional panel seeking to understand the attack on the transfer of presidential power.
Navarro could potentially be the first senior Trump White House aide to spend time in prison if his bid to remain free is rejected. [ more ]
www.npr.org
5 months ago
US politics

Inmate who stabbed Derek Chauvin 22 times is charged with attempted murder

Former gang member and FBI informant charged with attempted murder for stabbing ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin in prison.
Turscak attacked Chauvin because he is a high-profile inmate and claimed it was a symbolic connection to the Black Lives Matter movement. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
US politics

Inmate charged with stabbing George Floyd killer Derek Chauvin 22 times

Former gang member charged with attempted murder for stabbing Derek Chauvin in prison
Attacker claims he wanted to invoke the Black Lives Matter movement [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
US politics

Derek Chauvin's family unaware of his condition following prison knife attack: lawyer

Authorities have not provided details about the attack or Chauvin's condition to his family or legal team.
Chauvin's attorney has been unable to speak to his client or receive updates on his condition from authorities.
Chauvin was seriously injured in the attack but is expected to survive. [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
US politics

Railroaded Derek Chauvin's foes are out for his blood in prison and his case

Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of murdering George Floyd, was stabbed in prison.
Chauvin's attack highlights the lack of protection he received despite being a high-profile inmate.
The attack on Chauvin further fuels the debate surrounding his case and the larger issues of systemic police racism and lawlessness. [ more ]
www.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 months ago
Books

'Black Widow' Linda Calvey launches new book with tribute to Jason Moore

Linda Calvey, once known as the Black Widow, has released a new book called Life Inside which details her time in prison and encounters with infamous serial killers.
Calvey included a poem written by convicted killer Jason Moore in her book and supports his campaign for exoneration. [ more ]
www.npr.org
4 months ago
Music

People in prison explain what music means to them and how they access it

Incarcerated individuals have found solace and emotional connection through listening to music on tablets in prison.
For Joe Garcia, Taylor Swift's music has helped him cope with his life sentence and provided a sense of nostalgia and focus on more positive emotions. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Andrew Malkinson: Innocent man who spent 17 behind bars now sleeping in a tent

Andrew Malkinson, who was wrongfully convicted of rape, is currently living in a tent and on benefits as he awaits compensation for his imprisonment.
The UK government plans to launch a major inquiry to investigate why Malkinson remained in jail despite DNA evidence linking another man to the crime. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Cell, street, repeat': Prisoners set up to fail with release into homelessness

Thousands of prisoners are being set up to fail by being released with tents and sleeping bags into a revolving door of homelessness, reoffending and jail, despite a major new scheme to house departing inmates, experts have told The Independent.
www.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
Europe news

Russian opposition leader Navalny resurfaces at frozen gulag

Associated Press MOSCOW Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny on Tuesday released a sardonic statement about his transfer to a Arctic prison colony nicknamed the Polar Wolf, his first appearance since associates lost contact with him three weeks ago.
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Europe news

In Letter Heavy With Irony, Navalny Describes Transfer to Arctic Prison

Aleksei A. Navalny, Russia's most prominent opposition leader, published a letter on Tuesday describing an arduous transfer to his new penal colony in the Arctic, the first time his supporters had heard from him in three weeks.
www.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Europe news

Kremlin foe Alexey Navalny located in Arctic jail weeks after contact lost

The Russian opposition leader has been tracked down to a prison above the Arctic Circle, one of the harshest in Russia.
RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
5 months ago
Europe news

15-Year-Old Son Of Chechen Leader Kadyrov Gets Seventh Award

A resident of Siberia has been sentenced to 7 1/2 years in prison for criticizing Stalin and the invasion of Ukraine.
Russia has outlawed criticism of the invasion of Ukraine and the Russian military, leading to numerous arrests and prison sentences.
Amnesty International and the Associated Press have found evidence that Russia bombed a theater in Mariupol, Ukraine, killing civilians. [ more ]
RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
5 months ago
Europe news

Leaked Documents Indicate Abramovich Had Financial Ties To Putin

A resident of Siberia has been sentenced to 7 1/2 years in prison for criticizing Stalin and the invasion of Ukraine.
Russia has outlawed criticism of the invasion of Ukraine and the Russian armed forces, leading to the arrest and imprisonment of many citizens.
Experts believe that Russia bombed a theater in Mariupol during the war in Ukraine, which resulted in the deaths of civilians. [ more ]
RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
5 months ago
Europe news

Russia Adds Suspected Owner Of Telegram Channel Allegedly Behind Anti-Semitic Unrest In Daghestan To Wanted List

A resident of Siberia has been sentenced to 7 1/2 years in prison for criticizing Stalin and the invasion of Ukraine.
Russia has outlawed criticism of the invasion of Ukraine and the Russian armed forces, resulting in the detention and sentencing of many citizens.
Amnesty International and the Associated Press found evidence that Russia bombed a theater in Mariupol, killing civilians, despite Russia's denial and blame on Ukrainian artillery. [ more ]
Above the Law
5 months ago
Law

Morning Docket: 11.27.23

Judge prepares for beer taste test in intellectual property dispute
Derek Chauvin stabbed in prison, lack of updates for family
Former recruiter's bankruptcy estate sues Major, Lindsey & Africa [ more ]
euronews
5 months ago
Europe news

Alexei Navalny ally Ksenia Fadeyeva remanded in jail

Ksenia Fadeyeva, an ally of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, has been jailed while being tried for alleged extremism.
Fadeyeva faces up to 12 years in prison if convicted.
Russia has used laws on terrorist and extremist bodies to imprison critics, including Navalny and his allies. [ more ]
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