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NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 hours ago

To Protect And Swerve: NYPD Cop Has 547 Speeding Tickets Yet Remains On The Force - Streetsblog New York City

James Giovansanti, a NYPD officer, has received 187 traffic tickets in 2025, making him a significant danger to public safety.
#toronto
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
18 hours ago

A well-known secret': inside Toronto's violent tow truck wars

A suburban neighborhood in Toronto faces violence linked to organized crime in the towing industry, disrupting the previously peaceful community atmosphere.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago
Canada news

Baby dies after being found unresponsive in back of car in Toronto, police say | CBC News

Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Police corruption investigation garners new arrest as Toronto man charged with trafficking firearm | CBC News

A Toronto man was charged with illegally trafficking a firearm amid a police corruption investigation involving multiple officers.
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
18 hours ago

A well-known secret': inside Toronto's violent tow truck wars

A suburban neighborhood in Toronto faces violence linked to organized crime in the towing industry, disrupting the previously peaceful community atmosphere.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago
Canada news

Baby dies after being found unresponsive in back of car in Toronto, police say | CBC News

Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Police corruption investigation garners new arrest as Toronto man charged with trafficking firearm | CBC News

A Toronto man was charged with illegally trafficking a firearm amid a police corruption investigation involving multiple officers.
fromLos Angeles Times
8 hours ago

How did thousands of sensitive LAPD files get leaked? City officials seek explanation

Councilmember Ysabel Jurado stated that she expected City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto to provide detailed answers regarding the data breach, but instead received an internal report that left many questions unanswered.
Los Angeles
#nypd
fromFOX 5 New York
1 day ago
New York City

NYPD detectives in viral arrest video didn't have body cameras, used WhatsApp to call for backup

fromGothamist
1 day ago
New York City

Mayor Mamdani: NYPD disbanded narcotics team after beating in Brooklyn liquor store

NYC politics
fromNew York Daily News
2 days ago

NYPD cops should have used body-worn cameras in Brooklyn liquor store rough arrest

NYPD detectives involved in excessive force lacked clear body camera policy during arrest investigation.
New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
1 day ago

NYPD detectives in viral arrest video didn't have body cameras, used WhatsApp to call for backup

NYPD officers used WhatsApp instead of radios during a violent arrest, raising concerns about police communication protocols.
New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
2 days ago

NYPD disbands unit after violent Brooklyn arrest video

The NYPD disbanded a narcotics unit after officers were filmed violently arresting an innocent man in a Brooklyn liquor store.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Mayor Mamdani: NYPD disbanded narcotics team after beating in Brooklyn liquor store

The NYPD's narcotics team was disbanded following a violent incident involving police officers beating a man in a Brooklyn liquor store.
NYC politics
fromNew York Daily News
2 days ago

NYPD cops should have used body-worn cameras in Brooklyn liquor store rough arrest

NYPD detectives involved in excessive force lacked clear body camera policy during arrest investigation.
fromwww.cbc.ca
10 hours ago

Durham police to use new off-road vehicle in Oshawa during summer enforcement campaign | CBC News

The Central East division will use the UTV to respond quickly to drug use and crime in rural areas, as well as downtown in trails, parks and areas near railway corridors.
California
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

Oakland police illegally keep information from those who request it, says attorney

Oakland's police department has failed to comply with a settlement agreement to improve transparency and respond to public records requests.
fromBoston.com
12 hours ago

17 charged in Randolph street takeover that occurred last fall

"Participants blocked intersections to allow the drivers to perform the stunts, while spectators surrounded the scene and recorded videos for social media, police said."
Boston
EU data protection
fromwww.theguardian.com
13 hours ago

UK Football Policing Unit chief says X is hiding behind' legal processes and delays

The ability to secure identifying information from X has significantly worsened, impacting successful prosecutions of online abuse.
US politics
fromemptywheel
20 hours ago

Todd Blanche's Weird Double Standard Protects Sex Traffickers and Racists - emptywheel

Todd Blanche and Kash Patel indicted the Southern Poverty Law Center for wire fraud, false representations, and conspiracy to money launder.
#facial-recognition
Privacy technologies
fromTheregister
20 hours ago

High Court approves Met Police's facial recog after dispute

London's Metropolitan Police can continue using live facial recognition technology after a legal challenge was dismissed by the High Court.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Case lost against Met Police over live facial ID

The High Court upheld the Metropolitan Police's use of live facial recognition technology, dismissing concerns over discrimination and human rights violations.
Privacy technologies
fromTheregister
20 hours ago

High Court approves Met Police's facial recog after dispute

London's Metropolitan Police can continue using live facial recognition technology after a legal challenge was dismissed by the High Court.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Case lost against Met Police over live facial ID

The High Court upheld the Metropolitan Police's use of live facial recognition technology, dismissing concerns over discrimination and human rights violations.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

Met police in talks to buy Palantir AI tech for use in criminal investigations

The Metropolitan police is considering purchasing AI technology from Palantir for intelligence analysis amid concerns over data privacy and company controversies.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Black children in England and Wales almost eight times more likely to be strip-searched than white peers report

Black children in England and Wales are disproportionately strip-searched by police compared to white children, highlighting severe racial disparities.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Attorney General Says He Hasn't Even Read Damning Report About Subordinate Kash Patel: Next Question'

FBI Director Kash Patel was mistakenly reported as fired due to a technical issue, leading to controversy over his conduct and a defamation lawsuit.
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

She raised concerns about her company's contracts with ICE. Then she lost her job

Instead of addressing our concerns, our legitimate concerns instead, they turn toward investigating me. And I was instrumental in leading the group. So I think that clearly they were trying to chill [the] activity of workers and that should scare every worker across the country.
US news
Privacy professionals
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

Antioch police launches Flock Camera Transparency Portal, allowing public to access data

Antioch Police Department utilizes Flock cameras to solve felony cases and enhance transparency through a new public portal.
#ontario
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago
Law

Community shocked after judge dismisses charges against driver who killed 3 people | CBC News

Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

6 mistakenly released inmates still at large, Ontario Premier Doug Ford says | CBC News

Six inmates remain at large after being mistakenly released from Ontario's jails, part of a larger issue involving over 150 improper releases since 2021.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Ontario's solicitor general apologizes for being 'imprecise' about catching improperly released inmates | CBC News

Officials mistakenly claimed all released criminals were re-apprehended immediately, leading to apologies for inaccurate information regarding inmate releases in Ontario.
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago
Canada news

Ford promises no more improper inmate releases after over 150 let out of Ontario jails | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago
Law

Community shocked after judge dismisses charges against driver who killed 3 people | CBC News

Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

6 mistakenly released inmates still at large, Ontario Premier Doug Ford says | CBC News

Six inmates remain at large after being mistakenly released from Ontario's jails, part of a larger issue involving over 150 improper releases since 2021.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Ontario's solicitor general apologizes for being 'imprecise' about catching improperly released inmates | CBC News

Officials mistakenly claimed all released criminals were re-apprehended immediately, leading to apologies for inaccurate information regarding inmate releases in Ontario.
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago
Canada news

Ford promises no more improper inmate releases after over 150 let out of Ontario jails | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Peel police officer who shot man with knife 5 times in Mississauga last year cleared by SIU | CBC News

"There is no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case," wrote SIU director Joseph Martino in his decision. "The file is closed."
SF parents
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
17 hours ago

NYC sheriff's deputies involved in alleged evidence scandal during COVID still employed, on track for promotions

Several NYC Sheriff's Office employees allegedly stole confiscated liquor and tobacco during the pandemic, with some still employed and on track for promotions.
#police-shooting
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Canada news

Toronto police officer charged with manslaughter after killing a man in Niagara Falls, Ont. | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Canada news

Police watchdog clears officer who fatally shot man with BB gun at Danforth GO station | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Canada news

Toronto police officer charged with manslaughter after killing a man in Niagara Falls, Ont. | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Canada news

Police watchdog clears officer who fatally shot man with BB gun at Danforth GO station | CBC News

London politics
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Garda suspended over 'Bikegate' controversy gets standing ovation at GRA conference

Suspended gardaí demand fair treatment and an independent appeals process after distressing experiences during investigations.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
13 hours ago

Jury awards $2.25 million to Riverside County sergeant forced to resign after reporting harassment

Riverside County must pay $2.25 million to a former sheriff's employee for retaliation after reporting workplace harassment.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
1 day ago

Prosecute prosecutors like ex-DA Joe Hynes

Wrongfully convicted lawyer Joe Hynes' political corruption led to his ousting and significant reforms in Brooklyn's district attorney's office.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

Deputy district attorney says she was retaliated against for whistleblowing

Grayner claims there was a serious conflict of interest between the DA's office and the Alameda County Civil Grand Jury that wasn't properly addressed in 2021 and 2022, the period immediately preceding her hire.
East Bay (California)
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago

Former top civil servant 'in the dark' over reasons for his sacking - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

"I don't fully understand the reasons that I'm in the position I am in, but that is for a separate process for me to try to get to the bottom of."
UK politics
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Murder charges to be withdrawn in Kenneth Law case, lawyer says | CBC News

Crown prosecutors are withdrawing all 14 murder charges laid against Kenneth Law, who is accused of selling a toxic substance to individuals at risk of self-harm.
Law
Social justice
fromBossip
6 days ago

Lock Them Up: NYPD Cops Brutally Beat Brooklyn Man In Viral Video, Mayor Mamdani Sounds Off

Police violently assaulted an innocent man, highlighting systemic abuse of power against Black and Brown communities.
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Police hit with eggs and beer cans during protests over alleged Epsom rape

Four people were arrested during a protest in Epsom following an alleged rape, which escalated to public disorder with objects thrown at police.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

We asked Canada's premiers if they fly private. Here's what they said | CBC News

Doug Ford reversed the decision to purchase a private jet, citing public disapproval and a perceived double standard among other premiers.
#police-accountability
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago
New York City

NYPD reviews Narcotics Division, Tisch vows accountability against Brooklyn cops caught on video in violent arrest of man | amNewYork

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

Work is already underway in response to corruption probe, Toronto police chief says | CBC News

New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

NYPD reviews Narcotics Division, Tisch vows accountability against Brooklyn cops caught on video in violent arrest of man | amNewYork

Civil rights activists met with Police Commissioner Tisch to address police accountability following a violent arrest incident in Brooklyn.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Charter rights violations by Ontario police forces persist, new report says | CBC News

Police Charter violations in Ontario are widespread, causing evidence dismissals and criminals escaping prosecution, requiring urgent systemic reforms.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Work is already underway in response to corruption probe, Toronto police chief says | CBC News

Toronto Police Chief Demkiw announced two accountability projects following corruption charges against multiple officers to strengthen anti-corruption measures and workplace culture.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
16 hours ago

Ontario government sold private jet back to Bombardier, Ford says | CBC News

Ontario government sold a $28.9 million private jet back to Bombardier after public outcry following its initial purchase.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Family of Stephenson King Jr., the man killed by Boston police officer now charged with manslaughter, demands transparency

Family of Stephenson King Jr. demands release of body-camera footage following his fatal shooting by a Boston police officer.
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Tuesday's Headlines: Cops Are Doing It Wrong Edition - Streetsblog New York City

A state judge has ruled that every red-light ticket written to a cyclist under the state's vehicle and traffic law since 2019 is bogus. The city legalized the practice of biking through a red light on a pedestrian 'walk' signal, yet NYPD cops have been wrongly writing tickets for cyclists who go through the 'red' on the walk signal.
New York City
#police-misconduct
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

OPP report into Toronto police investigation of controversial Umar Zameer case to be released today | CBC News

London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Officer sacked for 'appalling' remarks on Panorama

A police officer was dismissed for making inappropriate comments and using force against a detainee during an undercover investigation.
Brooklyn
fromBlack Enterprise
6 days ago

'I'm Not Resisting' NYPD Beats Brooklyn Man They Allegedly Profiled As A Drug Dealer

A Brooklyn man was mistakenly arrested by police during a drug investigation, leading to allegations of excessive force and internal review of the incident.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Saint John police chief accused of misconduct in Ontario, lawsuits reveal | CBC News

Heather Harmer accuses Saint John Police Chief Robert Bruce of misconduct related to her husband's suicide and seeks over $31M in damages.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Toronto police officer charged after allegedly using computer unlawfully | CBC News

A Toronto police officer was arrested for unauthorized access to private police databases between January 2024 and April 2025.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

OPP report into Toronto police investigation of controversial Umar Zameer case to be released today | CBC News

An OPP report investigates alleged lying and collusion by officers in a high-profile murder trial where the accused was acquitted after a judge questioned witness credibility.
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

SIU finds officer did not commit criminal offence in shooting of Welland, Ont., man | CBC News

The Special Investigations Unit stated that officers were on Second Street to preserve peace while municipal staff removed an illegally set up fence by Daniel Tronko, who fired multiple rounds at an officer.
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Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Toronto man who shot and killed 2 strangers guilty of 1st-degree murder, judge rules | CBC News

Richard Edwin was found guilty of first-degree murder for killing two strangers in Toronto.
#fraud
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Ontario pastor charged with fraud after York Region homelessness prevention program targeted: police | CBC News

Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

7 charged in scheme that used AI tools to defraud Toronto-area stores: police | CBC News

Seven people have been charged in a fraud investigation involving AI tools used to steal login information from retail employees in Toronto.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Ontario pastor charged with fraud after York Region homelessness prevention program targeted: police | CBC News

Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

7 charged in scheme that used AI tools to defraud Toronto-area stores: police | CBC News

Seven people have been charged in a fraud investigation involving AI tools used to steal login information from retail employees in Toronto.
New York City
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Brooklyn Man Dies After Medical Emergency In NYPD Holding Cell

A Brooklyn man died in a holding cell after showing signs of drug withdrawal, prompting an investigation into his death.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Man sentenced to 10 years for manslaughter in shooting death of Leslieville mother | CBC News

Ahmed Mustafa Ibrahim was sentenced to ten years for manslaughter in the death of Karolina Huebner-Makurat during a robbery.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Ford government wants to skip public hearings on FOI rule change | CBC News

Ontario Premier Doug Ford's government plans to bypass public hearings for a budget bill that limits access to his cellphone records.
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Police investigate assault on Muslim woman on bus in Scarborough caught on video | CBC News

The NCCM said the bus was travelling from Scarborough to Ajax on Monday when the incident happened. Toronto police's hate crime unit is aware of the incident and investigating.
Canada news
#toronto-police
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

6 Toronto police officers charged in corruption probe now suspended without pay | CBC News

Six Toronto police officers charged in a corruption probe are suspended without pay while awaiting trial.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

How will the Toronto police corruption probe impact ongoing criminal cases? Experts weigh in | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Provincial police corruption review should focus on Toronto police first: former board chair | CBC News

Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

6 Toronto police officers charged in corruption probe now suspended without pay | CBC News

Six Toronto police officers charged in a corruption probe are suspended without pay while awaiting trial.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

How will the Toronto police corruption probe impact ongoing criminal cases? Experts weigh in | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Provincial police corruption review should focus on Toronto police first: former board chair | CBC News

#police-corruption
Law
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

6 Toronto police officers charged in corruption probe were supposed to appear in court. Why didn't they? | CBC News

Six Toronto police officers charged in a corruption probe skipped their court appearance by having lawyers file designations of counsel, a legal right allowing accused persons to be absent from certain proceedings.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

GTA jail guard arrested based on information from corruption probe: police | CBC News

A Greater Toronto Area jail guard was arrested and charged with firearms offences, breach of trust, and computer fraud following information from Project South, a major corruption investigation involving Toronto police officers.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Will Ontario's policing inspector investigate the Toronto Police Service? A Monday announcement may tell | CBC News

Law
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

6 Toronto police officers charged in corruption probe were supposed to appear in court. Why didn't they? | CBC News

Six Toronto police officers charged in a corruption probe skipped their court appearance by having lawyers file designations of counsel, a legal right allowing accused persons to be absent from certain proceedings.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

GTA jail guard arrested based on information from corruption probe: police | CBC News

A Greater Toronto Area jail guard was arrested and charged with firearms offences, breach of trust, and computer fraud following information from Project South, a major corruption investigation involving Toronto police officers.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Will Ontario's policing inspector investigate the Toronto Police Service? A Monday announcement may tell | CBC News

Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Ontario announces inquest into death of Regis Korchinski-Paquet | CBC News

An inquest will investigate the circumstances of Regis Korchinski-Paquet's death after she fell from a balcony while police were present.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

Lawyers for Toronto cop accused in corruption probe ask court to review bail ruling | CBC News

Toronto police constable Timothy Barnhardt faces 17 charges in a corruption case involving organized crime and police misconduct.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Police compromised, got hundreds of Ontario court cases tossed by violating Charter rights: report | CBC News

Ontario courts dismissed charges or excluded evidence in hundreds of cases over a decade due to police Charter violations, with 70% of cases resulting in case dismissals or reduced sentences.
#police-misconduct-investigation
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Umar Zameer's lawyer has 'serious misgivings' about upcoming report into police conduct | CBC News

Umar Zameer's lawyer expresses concerns about an OPP investigation report into officer conduct, citing lack of transparency and communication with the defense before public release.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

OPP completes investigation into Toronto police officers' conduct in Umar Zameer trial | CBC News

Ontario Provincial Police completed an investigation into potential collusion among Toronto police officers who testified in a case where a man was acquitted of murdering a police officer, with findings pending public release after notifications.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

Watchdog probes alleged misconduct by Toronto, Peel police officers linked to Project South | CBC News

Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Umar Zameer's lawyer has 'serious misgivings' about upcoming report into police conduct | CBC News

Umar Zameer's lawyer expresses concerns about an OPP investigation report into officer conduct, citing lack of transparency and communication with the defense before public release.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

OPP completes investigation into Toronto police officers' conduct in Umar Zameer trial | CBC News

Ontario Provincial Police completed an investigation into potential collusion among Toronto police officers who testified in a case where a man was acquitted of murdering a police officer, with findings pending public release after notifications.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

Watchdog probes alleged misconduct by Toronto, Peel police officers linked to Project South | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Ontario police oversight body gears up for high-profile test in wake of Toronto corruption probe | CBC News

The inspector general, a relatively new arm's-length position tasked by the province with overseeing policing, was asked to investigate Thursday after eight current and retired Toronto officers were charged in an organized crime and corruption investigation. The case immediately raised questions about whether systemic issues contributed to organized crime's alleged infiltration of the ranks, said Kent Roach, a University of Toronto law professor and contributor to several high-profile police inquiries. Those questions, he said, are best answered by a civilian-led investigation.
Canada news
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

8 arrested for allegedly accepting bribes for commercial driver exams: OPP | CBC News

Eight people arrested facing 24 charges after bribes secured favorable outcomes on commercial Class A road exams in Kingston and the Greater Toronto Area.
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