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www.standard.co.uk
1 week ago
London

Victoria station: Safety plea from victims' families after third woman hit by bus

Woman critically injured in bus collision at the same spot where two women previously died, prompting calls for increased safety measures. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 week ago
Los Angeles

Family demands answers after LAPD officers fatally shoot mentally ill man in Koreatown

Increased police shootings involve individuals in mental health crises, highlighting the need for more effective collaboration between law enforcement and mental health resources. [ more ]
The Mercury News
2 days ago
Social justice

Jury finds Bay Area man guilty of child sex assault charges

Man found guilty of sexual assault charges in Solano County trial. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Minister backs family's appeal for killer given whole-life sentence to stay in jail

Family and officials are protesting against the release of a murderer on compassionate grounds.
The murderer has a history of violent crimes and has not shown any remorse, raising concerns about the potential risk upon release. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Emma Caldwell's mother calls for criminal investigation into handling of case

Margaret Caldwell called for a criminal investigation into her daughter's murder case mishandling.
Iain Packer had a history of violence against women, evading justice for nearly two decades. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Abusers are using e-transfers to contact their victims. Who is responsible for stopping them? | CBC News

The use of e-transfers to contact and harass a victim of intimate partner violence is an alarming tactic.
The tragic incident highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing technology-facilitated gender-based violence. [ more ]
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