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7 billion drug gang foiled when smuggler left van to go drinking in Amsterdam

A massive drug smuggling operation in the UK was unraveled due to a smuggler's negligence after leaving drugs unattended while out drinking.

Two men who smuggled half a tonne of cocaine into UK jailed

Two men jailed for smuggling half a tonne of cocaine into the UK, sentenced to nearly 23 years combined.

7 billion drug gang foiled when smuggler left van to go drinking in Amsterdam

A massive drug smuggling operation in the UK was unraveled due to a smuggler's negligence after leaving drugs unattended while out drinking.

Two men who smuggled half a tonne of cocaine into UK jailed

Two men jailed for smuggling half a tonne of cocaine into the UK, sentenced to nearly 23 years combined.
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Man denies murdering top chef visiting London

A man has denied murdering chef Mussie Imnetu following an assault at Notting Hill Carnival, leading to his death days later.

UK shoplifting offences reach record high as over 1.2m cases logged since 2019

Shoplifting in the UK has surged to unprecedented levels, primarily driven by the cost-of-living crisis.
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Londoners sentenced for smuggling cannabis from Ghana in sacks of Gari powder

Four men have been sentenced for smuggling cannabis into the UK hidden in flour sacks, revealing the complexities of modern drug trafficking.

South London chop shop' bosses were go-to' buyers for stolen cars

Two main figures in a car theft operation were sentenced, highlighting organized crime across South England.
Police successfully dismantled a car theft syndicate through extensive investigation and collaboration.

Boy, 15, first to be charged with riot as more violent disorder suspects locked up

The first youth charged with riot in the UK emphasizes the serious consequences for involvement in disorderly conduct.

Londoners sentenced for smuggling cannabis from Ghana in sacks of Gari powder

Four men have been sentenced for smuggling cannabis into the UK hidden in flour sacks, revealing the complexities of modern drug trafficking.

South London chop shop' bosses were go-to' buyers for stolen cars

Two main figures in a car theft operation were sentenced, highlighting organized crime across South England.
Police successfully dismantled a car theft syndicate through extensive investigation and collaboration.

Boy, 15, first to be charged with riot as more violent disorder suspects locked up

The first youth charged with riot in the UK emphasizes the serious consequences for involvement in disorderly conduct.
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Man fraudulently used 50,000 Covid loan to help pay 72m court fees

A man was jailed for 18 months after fraudulently obtaining a 50,000 Covid loan intended for businesses.

Teenager detained over protest violence wins custody appeal

A 15-year-old boy's custodial sentence for participating in violent protests was overturned on appeal, highlighting complexities in youth justice and protest laws.

Emergency prison measures could see suspects detained unlawfully, warn experts

Emergency measures to delay court proceedings may lead to unlawful detentions due to prison overcrowding.

Police arrest man in Pakistan accused of fueling riots in Britain

Disinformation contributes to social unrest, as seen in the recent anti-immigrant riots in Britain following a tragic stabbing incident.

Drug taking has never been more dangerous says NCA in stark warning over nitazenes

The introduction of nitazenes has made drug use in the UK extremely dangerous, resulting in a significant increase in overdose deaths.
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