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US politics
fromAxios
20 hours ago

Violent crime in border cities fell below national rate in 2024

Border cities saw a significant decrease in violent crime rates, well below the national average.
fromAxios
1 day ago

Failed New Mexico state GOP candidate gets 80 years for shootings at Democrats' homes

Peña was convicted of 13 charges including conspiracy and firearms offenses related to election interference.
fromHuffPost
5 days ago

Trump Says Upcoming Press Conference 'Will, Essentially, Stop Violent Crime' In DC

Washington, D.C., will soon be a safer place according to President Trump, who claims a forthcoming press conference will stop violent crime.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Trump Vows He's Going to Stop Violent Crime' In DC With a Single Press Conference

President Trump announced a press conference promising to effectively reduce violent crime in Washington, D.C.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

NYC boy brutally murdered on playground had fallen in with bad crowd, says parents - who hid his shoes to keep him home

Angel Mendoza, a 14-year-old boy, was killed in a violent attack while innocent, marking a tragic instance of being in the wrong place at the wrong time.
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

President Trump taps federal law enforcement agencies to police Washington, D.C.

There will be no safe harbor for violent criminals in D.C. President Trump is committed to making our Nation's capital safer for its residents, lawmakers, and visitors from all around the world.
US politics
#brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Theft jumped in Brooklyn in July, stats show, as other major crimes continued to decline * Brooklyn Paper

fromBrooklyn Paper
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Theft jumped in Brooklyn in July, stats show, as other major crimes continued to decline * Brooklyn Paper

fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

How has Oakland fared under Mayor Barbara Lee in her first 100 days?

Mayor Barbara Lee is focused on stabilizing Oakland and reforming its broken governance system.
#crime-statistics
fromAxios
1 week ago
US politics

Nation's violent crime rate fell in 2024 to lowest in 20 years, new FBI shows

fromAxios
1 week ago
US politics

Nation's violent crime rate fell in 2024 to lowest in 20 years, new FBI shows

fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

US crime rates dropped in 2024, new FBI report shows

In 2024, murder offences decreased by 14.9 percent in the US, marking a significant decline to a nine-year low after a spike during the pandemic.
US politics
NYC politics
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
1 week ago

Crown Heights man sentenced for brutal Bed-Stuy break-in and stabbing: DA Brooklyn Paper

Clifton Turner was sentenced to 12 years in prison for breaking into his ex-girlfriend's apartment and violently stabbing her new partner.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Violent Queens rapist attacks woman in her home, steals bedsheets after sexual assault: cops | amNewYork

A violent rape occurred on July 26, 2025, in Queens, where a suspect assaulted a woman and fled the scene after stealing items.
#sentencing
#manslaughter
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Ex-British soldier gets over 4 years in prison for manslaughter of Winnipeg man in Toronto bar | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Ex-British soldier gets over 4 years in prison for manslaughter of Winnipeg man in Toronto bar | CBC News

US politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

Murder suspect in Oakland parole agent killing was free on plea deal earlier in 2025

Bryan Keith Hall was sentenced to time served for a stabbing before killing parole agent Joshua Byrd, raising concerns over his prior sentencing.
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Pleasanton man who allegedly butchered mom had 'suffered 20+ years of verbal and emotional abuse,' lawyer says

In his confession, Malcolm Tilley described his mother as a nag, claiming she constantly criticized his financial and employment status, challenging his masculinity and worthiness.
US politics
US politics
fromShore News Network
3 weeks ago

Four alleged Brooklyn gang members charged in murder, armed robberies, and fentanyl trafficking

Four members of the Euro 380 gang are charged with serious crimes, including murder and narcotics distribution.
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Ecuador extradites leader of violent Ecuadorian drug gang to the United States

Jose Adolfo Macias Villamar, a leader of a violent gang, was extradited to the U.S. on drug trafficking charges.
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Ecuador drug lord 'Fito' extradited to US DW 07/21/2025

Adolfo "Fito" Macias was extradited to the U.S. facing serious drug and firearms charges.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

'In the middle of all this beauty, that happened' - Unease still lingers in Sligo town where pensioner Tom Niland was killed

The community of Dromore West is struggling to cope with the brutal murder of farmer Tom Niland.
fromMiami Herald
3 weeks ago

Miami PD reports crime drop. Chief says deportation fears aren't deterring calls

Miami reports a significant drop in violent crime rates for the first half of 2025 compared to the previous year.
#subway-safety
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Violent felon sentenced to 25 years to life for brutal Queens hammer attack that left victim asking Why me?' | amNewYork

William Blount was convicted for violently attacking Nina Rothschild with a hammer, causing severe injuries and trauma.
New York City
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Maniac bites, slashes NYC Family Dollar workers who tried to stop him from shoplifting: cops

A violent shoplifting incident occurred at a Bronx Family Dollar where an employee was bitten and another slashed.
#child-safety
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Social justice

Girl, seven, fought like hell' and shielded others, parents tell Southport inquiry

A seven-year-old girl fought against an attacker, sustaining severe injuries while protecting other children during a violent incident at a dance class.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

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.independent.co.uk
3 months 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.
#murder
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: Oakland Goes 25 Days Without a Homicide

For the first time in five years, the city went 25 days in June without a homicide, from May 30 to June 25.
California
fromWRVO Public Media
1 month ago

After being threatened with knife, Albany's interim U.S. attorney wants the permanent job

"I want this a--hole out of the country. Quick. Period," Sarcone said. "No. 2, I'm not going to sit there going through a trial in the city of Albany with a jury of his peers who think that it's great for him to be in the city and run around menacing and trying to kill people."
US politics
#hainault
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Teenager's sentence for killing Bhim Kohl to be reviewed

The Court of Appeal will review the sentence given to a teenager convicted of killing Bhim Kohli.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Murderland by Caroline Fraser review what was behind the 1970s serial killer epidemic?

Ted Bundy was an extremely intelligent and charming sociopath, committing multiple murders in Washington during the early 1970s.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

Lewisham man jailed for life after stabbing vulnerable' man to death in his car

Detective Chief Inspector Paul Waller said, "By carrying and using a knife, their callous act demonstrates once again the devastating and far-reaching effects of knife crime."
London politics
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago

Sword attacker jailed for at least 40 years as boy's dad describes 'worst nightmare'

The family's loss and grief highlight the devastating impact of violent crime.
Dr. Anjorin speaks of the worst nightmare of losing a child in a brutal attack.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

I'm no hero, says officer slashed in Hainault sword attack

Inspector Campbell displayed courage during a violent confrontation, emphasizing the heroic actions of his police team.
#crime
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Half a dozen teens arrested in San Jose crime spree

Detectives identified a group of six male suspects aged 14 to 16 involved in a wave of burglaries and violent crimes in San Jose.
San Jose Sharks
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Violent Gravesend slashing leaves neighbors shocked

A 39-year-old man was slashed in Gravesend during a violent argument, shocking the local community.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Child violent crime suspects are getting younger' in London

The disturbing study highlighted the importance of work aimed at tackling school absences and exclusions, which contribute significantly to youth violence in London.
London politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

MN Suspect Vance Boelter's Chilling Hit List' Named 70 Targets' Including Amy Klobuchar, Ilhan Omar, Abortion Providers

Sen. Tina Smith expressed her fear after learning her name was on the hit list, emphasizing concerns for her safety and that of her loved ones.
Black Lives Matter
NYC politics
fromFox News
2 months ago

Hochul fails to recall illegal aliens charged in high-profile criminal cases, including woman's subway burning

New York's sanctuary policies are under scrutiny as Gov. Hochul fails to address high-profile cases involving illegal immigrants and violent crimes.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Kyle Hayes' brothers Cian and Daragh moved to open prison 19 weeks into sentences for savage attack

Two brothers were jailed for a brutal, unprovoked attack on a former friend but have since been transferred to a low-security facility.
#justice-system
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

Stabbings in Berlin and Munich leave several injured

A female attacker was shot dead by police during a stabbing incident in Munich, while a knife attack in Berlin left one man critically injured.
#murder-trial
fromIndependent
2 months ago
UK news

Cork chef suffered 'catastrophic bleed' and 'mostly severed' leg in sword attack linked to debt, murder trial hears

fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
UK news

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.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago
UK news

Man killed couple then froze remains, court hears

A man is accused of murdering and dismembering a couple, hiding their remains in suitcases and a home freezer.
fromIndependent
2 months ago
UK news

Cork chef suffered 'catastrophic bleed' and 'mostly severed' leg in sword attack linked to debt, murder trial hears

UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months 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.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Soho slashing suspect indicted on attempted murder charges for attacking woman in gory glass assault | amNewYork

A man faces attempted murder charges after allegedly attacking two women with a glass bottle in SoHo.
NYC politics
fromTampa Free Press
2 months ago

New York Rep. AOC's "Presence" Questioned As Constituents Claim Absence Amid Rising Crime

Ocasio-Cortez faces criticism regarding her engagement with constituents amid rising crime in her district.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Arm prison officers against violent and terrorist inmates, says Tories' Jenrick

The justice secretary, Shabana Mahmood, has ordered a snap review into whether stab vests should be used more routinely, highlighting the urgent need for officer protection.
UK politics
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
2 months ago

Where are they? Hunt for suspects intensifies as video shows horrific attack on off-duty NYPD cop

A violent attack on an off-duty NYPD officer is under investigation, with police searching for two suspects who remain at large.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany updates: Police chief warns of youth radicalization DW 05/24/2025

Germany faces a rising trend of youth involvement in far-right extremism, raising concerns over public safety.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Neo-Nazi cult leader who plotted NYC attack on minorities using Santa costume hauled to US for trial

Neo-Nazi leader Chkhikvishvili is charged with radicalizing individuals into violent crimes, including the Nashville school shooting.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Good News About Crime

Violent crime reporting often highlights increases while downplaying decreases, influencing public perception of safety.
Recent data shows a significant decline in crime rates, indicating a potential recovery from the 2020 spike.
Cryptocurrency
fromFuturism
3 months 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.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months 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
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Man jailed for 'vicious attack' on woman in park previously turned state witness in Longford murder case

A man avoided prosecution for a weapons charge by testifying against a murderer.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months 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.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Man convicted of murdering Pittsburg store clerk over messy shoe

The conviction came after jurors deliberated for roughly 90 minutes, finding Gregory Rossignon guilty of first-degree murder for the shooting of Abdul Raouf.
Law
#bully-gang
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago
Brooklyn

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

Demetrius Johnson was convicted of racketeering, narcotics trafficking, and gun charges linked to the Bully Gang.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months 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.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months 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
3 months ago

Violent robbery in Bushwick puts victim in the hospital

The NYPD is seeking assistance in identifying suspects involved in a violent robbery that left a 49-year-old man hospitalized, emphasizing the public's role in crime-solving.
Brooklyn
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months 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.
Black Lives Matter
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

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

A violent attack by MS-13 gang members on correctional officers highlights safety risks faced by prison staff and concerns over illegal immigration.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months 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.
fromBrooklyn Paper
3 months ago

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

The victim told police he was walking home from work along Navy Walk just before 2 a.m. when one perpetrator grabbed him from behind, put him in a chokehold, and shoved him against a fence - then said "don't move" while holding the victim at gunpoint.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
3 months 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
fromThe Local France
3 months ago

British woman found killed at home in France

The 65-year-old British woman's unfortunate and brutal death has shocked the local community, raising serious questions about safety in the Dordogne region.
France news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

San Jose man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder

A verbal dispute escalated to attempted murder when one man hit another with a car in Campbell.
The suspect has been arrested and faces multiple serious charges.
#death-penalty
fromIntelligencer
3 months ago
US politics

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.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Federal prosecutors officially file intent to seek death penalty against Luigi Mangione

Federal prosecutors plan to pursue the death penalty against Luigi Mangione for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
3 months 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.
fromwww.thereporter.com
3 months 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
fromsilive
3 months ago

Son who nearly beat father to death on Staten Island resolves case

Following his arrest, Duka allegedly stated to police in sum and substance: "He's my dad. I beat him up because ... he shouldn't have been there."
NYC parents
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