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#public-safety
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | Woke NYC judges are cutting 'dangerous' perps loose at an alarming rate

Judges in NYC are releasing violent offenders before trial, raising public safety concerns.
Pretrial detention standards are criticized for lacking consideration of community safety.
US news
fromAxios
2 months ago

Early data show homicides dropped 16% in 2024

Homicides in major U.S. cities fell by 16% in 2024, signaling a decline in overall violent crime.
NYC politics
fromShore News Network
2 months ago

NYC will not honor ICE detainer for migrant who burned Toms River woman to death on subway train

Sanctuary city policies in New York complicate federal immigration enforcement, especially in cases involving violent crimes.
UK news
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Robber who threatened bride-to-be at wedding venue has 'extreme history of violence'

Jamie Gallagher has a violent criminal history, notably stabbing a schoolboy and threatening a bride-to-be in separate incidents.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

Crime dropped in Brooklyn in March, despite spate of shootings, homicides * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn's violent crime rate has decreased for four consecutive months, with an overall drop of major felonies by over 6%.
The 70th Precinct experienced a significant rise in violent crime, indicating uneven crime trends across Brooklyn.
NYPD's zone-based policing strategy has contributed to the decrease in crime rates in many areas.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | Woke NYC judges are cutting 'dangerous' perps loose at an alarming rate

Judges in NYC are releasing violent offenders before trial, raising public safety concerns.
Pretrial detention standards are criticized for lacking consideration of community safety.
US news
fromAxios
2 months ago

Early data show homicides dropped 16% in 2024

Homicides in major U.S. cities fell by 16% in 2024, signaling a decline in overall violent crime.
NYC politics
fromShore News Network
2 months ago

NYC will not honor ICE detainer for migrant who burned Toms River woman to death on subway train

Sanctuary city policies in New York complicate federal immigration enforcement, especially in cases involving violent crimes.
UK news
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Robber who threatened bride-to-be at wedding venue has 'extreme history of violence'

Jamie Gallagher has a violent criminal history, notably stabbing a schoolboy and threatening a bride-to-be in separate incidents.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

Crime dropped in Brooklyn in March, despite spate of shootings, homicides * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn's violent crime rate has decreased for four consecutive months, with an overall drop of major felonies by over 6%.
The 70th Precinct experienced a significant rise in violent crime, indicating uneven crime trends across Brooklyn.
NYPD's zone-based policing strategy has contributed to the decrease in crime rates in many areas.
#kidnapping
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Defendant Jalon Lenny Garrett is one of six defendants arrested in connection with July 25, 2024 crime spree

Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago

Defendant Jalon Lenny Garrett is one of six defendants arrested in connection with July 25, 2024 crime spree

Four individuals charged in a federal indictment for their alleged roles in kidnapping and murder related to drug trade.
Cryptocurrency
fromFuturism
5 days ago

Crypto Tycoon's Daughter Narrowly Escapes Kidnappers in Paris

A botched kidnapping attempt targeting crypto mogul Pierre Noizat's family underscores the increasing violence tied to the cryptocurrency industry.
#justice-system
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

Exclusive | Criminal who slugged NY Post reporter, previously slashed two on subway, on the lam: NYPD

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

Exclusive | Criminal who slugged NY Post reporter, previously slashed two on subway, on the lam: NYPD

#criminal-justice
UK news
fromwww.guardian-series.co.uk
2 months ago

Leytonstone man jailed for murder after CCTV captures him at nightclub post-attack

Omar Wilson was sentenced to 18 years for the murder of Mussie Imnetu, with evidence including DNA from sunglasses and CCTV footage.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Chiefs superfan 'ChiefsAholic' sentenced to 32 years in Oklahoma prison

Xaviar Babudar, a Chiefs superfan, received 32 years in prison for bank robbery after already serving 17 years for multiple robberies.
UK news
fromwww.guardian-series.co.uk
2 months ago

Leytonstone man jailed for murder after CCTV captures him at nightclub post-attack

Omar Wilson was sentenced to 18 years for the murder of Mussie Imnetu, with evidence including DNA from sunglasses and CCTV footage.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Chiefs superfan 'ChiefsAholic' sentenced to 32 years in Oklahoma prison

Xaviar Babudar, a Chiefs superfan, received 32 years in prison for bank robbery after already serving 17 years for multiple robberies.
#murder-trial
UK news
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Man to stand trial accused of raping ex-girlfriend during triple murder incident at BBC commentator's home

Kyle Clifford denies raping former girlfriend Louise Hunt amidst charges of murder and assault.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Man decapitated and dismembered' west London couple, court hears

Mosquera admitted to manslaughter but denies murder charges in the dismemberment and freezing of the couple's remains.
fromNewsday
1 week ago
NYC politics

Jury hears EMS Capt. Alison Russo's final moments in fatal Astoria stabbing

UK news
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Man to stand trial accused of raping ex-girlfriend during triple murder incident at BBC commentator's home

Kyle Clifford denies raping former girlfriend Louise Hunt amidst charges of murder and assault.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Man decapitated and dismembered' west London couple, court hears

Mosquera admitted to manslaughter but denies murder charges in the dismemberment and freezing of the couple's remains.
fromNewsday
1 week ago
NYC politics

Jury hears EMS Capt. Alison Russo's final moments in fatal Astoria stabbing

fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

M train assault: MTA worker attacked by umbrella-wielding straphanger | amNewYork

Police are currently searching for a woman who randomly assaulted a 53-year-old MTA worker with an umbrella at a Brooklyn subway station.
NYC politics
#legal-proceedings
UK news
fromwww.watfordobserver.co.uk
2 months ago

Kyle Clifford found guilty of raping ex-partner during triple murder

Kyle Clifford's case highlights the extreme violence fueled by misogyny, resulting in the rape and murder of his ex-girlfriend.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Children Were Forced to Torture Sam Nordquist, Prosecutors Say

Seven individuals indicted for the murder of Sam Nordquist, with disturbing involvement of children, raising issues of violence against the transgender community.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Man researched Southport killings before stabbing nine-year-old girl

A man was convicted for attempting to murder a nine-year-old girl, revealing his disturbing interests in child murders.
UK news
fromwww.watfordobserver.co.uk
2 months ago

Kyle Clifford found guilty of raping ex-partner during triple murder

Kyle Clifford's case highlights the extreme violence fueled by misogyny, resulting in the rape and murder of his ex-girlfriend.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Children Were Forced to Torture Sam Nordquist, Prosecutors Say

Seven individuals indicted for the murder of Sam Nordquist, with disturbing involvement of children, raising issues of violence against the transgender community.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Man researched Southport killings before stabbing nine-year-old girl

A man was convicted for attempting to murder a nine-year-old girl, revealing his disturbing interests in child murders.
#bully-gang
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago

Brooklyn-based gang associate convicted of racketeering, drug trafficking, and committing a July 2020 shooting

Demetrius Johnson was convicted of racketeering and drug trafficking related to the Bully Gang, facing up to life in prison.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn-based gang associate convicted of racketeering, drug trafficking, and committing a July 2020 shooting

Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago

Brooklyn-based gang associate convicted of racketeering, drug trafficking, and committing a July 2020 shooting

Demetrius Johnson was convicted of racketeering and drug trafficking related to the Bully Gang, facing up to life in prison.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn-based gang associate convicted of racketeering, drug trafficking, and committing a July 2020 shooting

#nypd
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | NYC sees dramatic reduction in murders, shootings in 2025 under NYPD boss Jessica Tisch's leadership

New York City saw a significant reduction in violent crime in early 2025 under Commissioner Jessica Tisch's leadership.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Daughter kills dad when shouting match turns into vicious NYC street brawl: cops

A daughter allegedly stabbed her father to death during a street brawl in Brooklyn, resulting in his death.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYC Mayor Eric Adams opposes progressive City Council pols' push to abolish NYPD gang database: 'Not realistic'

Abolishing the NYPD's gang database could hinder police efforts to combat violent crime, according to Mayor Eric Adams.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | NYC sees dramatic reduction in murders, shootings in 2025 under NYPD boss Jessica Tisch's leadership

New York City saw a significant reduction in violent crime in early 2025 under Commissioner Jessica Tisch's leadership.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Daughter kills dad when shouting match turns into vicious NYC street brawl: cops

A daughter allegedly stabbed her father to death during a street brawl in Brooklyn, resulting in his death.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYC Mayor Eric Adams opposes progressive City Council pols' push to abolish NYPD gang database: 'Not realistic'

Abolishing the NYPD's gang database could hinder police efforts to combat violent crime, according to Mayor Eric Adams.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Trump says he will reopen Alcatraz prison for most ruthless offenders'

Trump proposes reopening and expanding Alcatraz to detain violent criminals, aiming to address crime in America.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

MS-13 gangbangers in US illegally allegedly stabbed three Va. correction officers in heinous attack: officials

Five of the individuals responsible for this senseless attack should never have been in the country in the first place.
Black Lives Matter
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Illinois Man Sentenced to 53 Years in Prison in Killing of Palestinian American Boy

A man was sentenced to 53 years for the fatal stabbing of 6-year-old Wadee Alfayoumi, motivated by anti-Muslim hate.
#community-safety
NYC LGBT
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Buffalo police charge man with murder after Six Nations man and partner killed in their home | CBC News

A 34-year-old man has been charged with the murder of a couple in Buffalo, resulting from a brutal, random attack.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

NYC 'coward' breaks nose of 63-year-old mom in random attack: 'I was praying to every god I know'

A mother was violently attacked in broad daylight in the Bronx, highlighting concerns about safety in high-crime neighborhoods.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Buffalo police charge man with murder after Six Nations man and partner killed in their home | CBC News

A 34-year-old man has been charged with the murder of a couple in Buffalo, resulting from a brutal, random attack.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

NYC 'coward' breaks nose of 63-year-old mom in random attack: 'I was praying to every god I know'

A mother was violently attacked in broad daylight in the Bronx, highlighting concerns about safety in high-crime neighborhoods.
#stabbing
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 weeks ago

88th Precinct: Violent carjackers rob man, steal car * Brooklyn Paper

A man was violently carjacked at gunpoint in Fort Greene, and a woman was stabbed during an argument with an acquaintance.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 weeks ago

88th Precinct: Violent carjackers rob man, steal car * Brooklyn Paper

A man was violently carjacked at gunpoint in Fort Greene, and a woman was stabbed during an argument with an acquaintance.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Minneapolis police arrest suspect in mass shooting that left 4 dead, 1 injured

'One of the injured people died at the hospital from his injuries, police said.'
Black Lives Matter
#death-penalty
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

AG Pam Bondi orders prosecutors to seek death penalty in Luigi Mangione case: 'Cold-blooded assassination'

US politics
fromIntelligencer
3 weeks ago

Trump Wants to Execute People Again - Starting With Luigi Mangione

Federal government seeks death penalty in high-profile murder case as part of Trump's agenda.
Execution rates surged during Trump's presidency, with a historic number of federal executions.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

AG Pam Bondi orders prosecutors to seek death penalty in Luigi Mangione case: 'Cold-blooded assassination'

The federal government is seeking the death penalty for Luigi Mangione for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
fromwww.thereporter.com
3 weeks ago

They're killing me!: Ex-tenant testifies in detail about fatal sword stabbing of Bay Area landlord

When Lind was finally found, he was screaming for help with a sword embedded in his chest, and he was bleeding profusely. His friend was horrified.
Black Lives Matter
#mental-health
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Out-of-control NYC woman's deranged spree included biting cops, attack with a flagpole but she kept getting set free - until now

Charlena Nicholas' series of violent offenses highlights the vulnerabilities in New York's bail system and mental health support.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Man found not criminally responsible after beating parents to death at Scarborough home | CBC News

Kyle Sequeira was found not criminally responsible for the brutal murders of his parents due to untreated schizophrenia.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago
SF parents

Pleasanton Man Who Turned Himself In For Mother's Murder Says He Got Tired of Her Nagging

NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Out-of-control NYC woman's deranged spree included biting cops, attack with a flagpole but she kept getting set free - until now

Charlena Nicholas' series of violent offenses highlights the vulnerabilities in New York's bail system and mental health support.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Man found not criminally responsible after beating parents to death at Scarborough home | CBC News

Kyle Sequeira was found not criminally responsible for the brutal murders of his parents due to untreated schizophrenia.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago
SF parents

Pleasanton Man Who Turned Himself In For Mother's Murder Says He Got Tired of Her Nagging

#lewisham
London politics
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

South east London's most dangerous borough - with over 2,000 crimes in a month

Lewisham recorded the highest crime rate in southeast London for January and February 2025, driven by violent and theft-related offences.
London politics
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

South east London's most dangerous borough - with over 2,000 crimes in a month

Lewisham recorded the highest crime rate in southeast London for January and February 2025, driven by violent and theft-related offences.
#brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 month ago
NYC parents

Neighbors react after Brooklyn man attacks 4 girls with meat cleaver, calling it "horrific and scary"

A relative attacked four girls with a meat cleaver in Brooklyn, leaving them in serious condition while police intervened.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Repeat offender shot by cops in NYC after he charges at them 'like he has a gun:' Officials

A suspect charged at police while feigning possession of a firearm, resulting in officers firing at him, striking him twice.
NYC parents
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Neighbors react after Brooklyn man attacks 4 girls with meat cleaver, calling it "horrific and scary"

A relative attacked four girls with a meat cleaver in Brooklyn, leaving them in serious condition while police intervened.
#sentencing
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Felon Freed by Trump Is Sent Back to Prison After Child Assault Charge

Trump's commutation of Jonathan Braun's sentence contributed to his subsequent criminal behavior and arrests.
UK news
fromAol
1 month ago

Man's car stolen after violent attack as vehicle thefts rise

Car thefts are sharply rising, reflecting broader organized crime issues in society.
Victimization from violent crime can result in severe consequences, as evidenced by the attack on Alan Chappell-Williams.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Man kicked Quham Babatunde in head as he lay 'lifeless' after being stabbed, court told

The incident on South Anne Street escalated quickly, resulting in the tragic death of Quham Babatunde, who was brutally attacked while on the ground, highlighting the dangers of urban violence.
Black Lives Matter
#justice
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Family of father-of-two battered to death with crutch in mass Tottenham brawl speak of their heartbreak'

The family of Gregory Castillo Volquez is seeking justice following his tragic death during a violent brawl.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Teen dating app attacker could be released without supervision, judge warns

Concerns raised about possible unsupervised release of a young offender who attempted murder.
Judge emphasizes the need for supervision of violent offenders.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Family of father-of-two battered to death with crutch in mass Tottenham brawl speak of their heartbreak'

The family of Gregory Castillo Volquez is seeking justice following his tragic death during a violent brawl.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Teen dating app attacker could be released without supervision, judge warns

Concerns raised about possible unsupervised release of a young offender who attempted murder.
Judge emphasizes the need for supervision of violent offenders.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | IN HIS BLOOD: Violence runs in the family of 14-year-old charged with killing Newark cop Joseph Azcona

Violent crime is prevalent in the family of a 14-year-old Newark boy charged with murder.
#assault
UK news
fromwww.barkinganddagenhampost.co.uk
2 months ago

Barking man tortured' victim in his own home for nearly an hour in violent robbery

Two men were sentenced for a brutal attack and robbery, marking a severe criminal offense.
The victim suffered life-threatening injuries and was left traumatized from the event.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Toronto

Man accused in death of Toronto homeless man has history of violent criminal charges | CBC News

UK news
fromwww.barkinganddagenhampost.co.uk
2 months ago

Barking man tortured' victim in his own home for nearly an hour in violent robbery

Two men were sentenced for a brutal attack and robbery, marking a severe criminal offense.
The victim suffered life-threatening injuries and was left traumatized from the event.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Toronto

Man accused in death of Toronto homeless man has history of violent criminal charges | CBC News

#drug-trafficking
Canada news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

A former Olympic snowboarder makes the FBI's Most Wanted list

Former Olympic snowboarder Ryan James Wedding is now a wanted fugitive for drug trafficking and alleged murders.
US news
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Mexican cartel boss with goofy nicknames like 'James Bond,' 'Xmen' extradited and charged in NYC

A Mexican drug cartel boss, Jesus Ricardo Patron Sanchez, has been extradited to the US for drug trafficking and violent crimes.
Canada news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

A former Olympic snowboarder makes the FBI's Most Wanted list

Former Olympic snowboarder Ryan James Wedding is now a wanted fugitive for drug trafficking and alleged murders.
US news
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Mexican cartel boss with goofy nicknames like 'James Bond,' 'Xmen' extradited and charged in NYC

A Mexican drug cartel boss, Jesus Ricardo Patron Sanchez, has been extradited to the US for drug trafficking and violent crimes.
US news
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Trump, Tren de Aragua, and NYPD's ongoing battle against gang in New York | amNewYork

Tren de Aragua, a violent Venezuelan gang, has expanded its criminal activity into New York City, prompting significant government deportation actions.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

'Dangerous' man stabbed woman he was obsessed with and two men in Dartford

The 29-year-old Da Silva-Soares attacked three young people, brandishing a knife, leaving serious injuries and life-changing consequences for the victims, including a life sentence for himself.
London politics
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Crossbow killer 'raped ex-girlfriend after break-up'

Kyle Clifford is accused of raping his ex-girlfriend and murdering her and her family in a premeditated attack.
New York City
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Ex-con charged with shooting Bronx dad over parking spot did time for 1997 upstate murder

A convicted murderer, Lavar Davis, has been charged again for killing a Bronx father over a parking dispute, illustrating his violent history.
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