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'Train phone snatcher stole 21,000 from my bank apps'

Phone theft is escalating in Britain, with thieves increasingly focused on accessing data and draining finances rather than reselling devices.

Phone snatch victim gives chase - and gets it back

Izzy Du successfully recovered her stolen phone and emphasized the emotional impact of phone theft and the importance of technology in her life.

'Train phone snatcher stole 21,000 from my bank apps'

Phone theft is escalating in Britain, with thieves increasingly focused on accessing data and draining finances rather than reselling devices.

Phone snatch victim gives chase - and gets it back

Izzy Du successfully recovered her stolen phone and emphasized the emotional impact of phone theft and the importance of technology in her life.
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Suspected drug dealer steals car, hits cyclist during police pursuit in NYC

A cyclist was seriously injured when a driver fleeing from police crashed into him during a car chase.

Luigi Mangione's Alleged Ghost Gun and Other Antisurveillance Tech, Explained

Luigi Mangione used sophisticated tactics and 3D-printed weaponry to kill CEO Brian Thompson in a crowded area.
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A man drove his car into a crowd in southern China, killing 35

A man upset over a divorce rams his car into a crowd, killing 35 and injuring many more.

Hochul urged to send state troopers to NYC 'urban crime zone' Roosevelt Avenue: 'More brothels than bodegas'

Governors urged to deploy state troopers to combat crime on Roosevelt Avenue. Immediate action is requested due to overwhelming local police challenges.

Chris Kaba shoots gang rival in nightclub attack days before being killed by police

Chris Kaba was implicated in a nightclub shooting linked to gang rivalry just days before he was shot by police.

Two gangs brawl in broad daylight on Dublin's Talbot Street

Gang violence erupted in broad daylight in Dublin, alarming bystanders, including families.

Police departments are embracing AI-powered video surveillance. This company is leading the effort

San Francisco is adopting extensive license plate recognition technology to improve crime-solving and public safety, raising concerns about civil liberties.

3 dead and SoCal cop wounded in double homicide and ensuing shootout

A 26-year-old man fatally shot two people and later died in a shootout with police in downtown San Diego.

A man drove his car into a crowd in southern China, killing 35

A man upset over a divorce rams his car into a crowd, killing 35 and injuring many more.

Hochul urged to send state troopers to NYC 'urban crime zone' Roosevelt Avenue: 'More brothels than bodegas'

Governors urged to deploy state troopers to combat crime on Roosevelt Avenue. Immediate action is requested due to overwhelming local police challenges.

Chris Kaba shoots gang rival in nightclub attack days before being killed by police

Chris Kaba was implicated in a nightclub shooting linked to gang rivalry just days before he was shot by police.

Two gangs brawl in broad daylight on Dublin's Talbot Street

Gang violence erupted in broad daylight in Dublin, alarming bystanders, including families.

Police departments are embracing AI-powered video surveillance. This company is leading the effort

San Francisco is adopting extensive license plate recognition technology to improve crime-solving and public safety, raising concerns about civil liberties.

3 dead and SoCal cop wounded in double homicide and ensuing shootout

A 26-year-old man fatally shot two people and later died in a shootout with police in downtown San Diego.
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Subway rider fights back after getting hit in the face by another rider, video shows

A morning subway commute escalated into an assault, highlighting issues of safety despite reported declines in crime.
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Daniel Penny trial: Opening statements begin in trial of former Marine charged in NYC subway death

The trial of Daniel Penny highlights contentious issues surrounding self-defense, urban safety, and the complexities of the homelessness crisis in New York City.

Scammers reverse, crash into car in apparent insurance scam | VIDEO

A woman in Queens warns others after capturing a car insurance scam attempt on her dash cam.

Opinion | Trump Has Become Unmoored in Time

Donald Trump's statements about electricity and crime in America often reflect outdated perceptions rather than current realities, which can mislead public understanding.

Sorry, crime's not falling, fighting private-sector antisemitism and other commentary

The recent National Crime Victimization Survey shows no decline in violent or property crime, with an urban spike observed.

Mitcham killer who claimed he shot man dead by accident is jailed for revenge attack

Denzel Kwateng was sentenced to 16 years for manslaughter after shooting Tyrese Miller in a revenge attack for a friend's earlier stabbing.

Hackney murder trial live after mum-of-two Lianne Gordon shot dead

The trial of Lianne Gordon's murder reflects growing concerns over youth violence and gun-related crimes.

Metal Thieves are Stripping America's Cities

Theft of copper wire from streetlights is causing safety hazards in American cities, costing millions in repairs.
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