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🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

EVELYN LIIVAMÄGI ⟩ Preventing crime is in the interest of society as a whole – we are far from total surveillance

Evelyn Liivamägi, Deputy Secretary General of the Ministry of Finance, expresses growing concerns about the fight against money laundering in a recent interview.

Mar 21 • 11:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police arrest three suspects, recover gun in Enugu

The Enugu Police have arrested three suspects during crime prevention operations, recovering a firearm and ammunition.

Mar 20 • 06:37 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Reporting to learn gambling... Gwangju Teachers' Union says 'Inappropriate' Cyber Crime Prevention Unit for Youth

The Gwangju Teachers' Union expressed concerns over the city education office's youth cyber crime prevention initiative, citing potential human rights violations and risks of exposing students to cybercrime.

Mar 18 • 01:51 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A special crime prevention operation was launched in the subway lines

A special crime prevention operation in Buenos Aires subway lines has deployed 1,000 uniformed police officers to enhance security.

Mar 18 • 00:05 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Youth Gather as Amro, 18, Leads Night Football in Västerås

A weekly night football initiative in Västerås, Sweden, attracts local youth, aims to reduce crime, and is supported by local funds.

Mar 17 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

Strong warning from the UN: why artificial intelligence multiplies certain types of crime

The UN warns that online fraud is rapidly growing, partly fueled by advances in artificial intelligence, with many states unprepared to combat this lucrative crime for organized crime syndicates.

Mar 16 • 17:57 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Geumcheon Police Provide Financial Support for Voice Phishing Victims and Reporters

The Geumcheon Police Station in Seoul is collaborating with local financial institutions to offer financial assistance to those affected by voice phishing.

Mar 16 • 08:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Municipal Force begins operations in Rio this Sunday; understand how the new armed division of the GM will function

The new Municipal Force, the armed elite division of the Rio Municipal Guard, starts patrolling the city with 600 agents in high-crime areas.

Mar 15 • 03:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

More are receiving life imprisonment for murder

A significant increase in life sentences for murder has been observed in Sweden due to a law change in 2020.

Mar 12 • 10:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

SPIA: Government will expand monitoring to five more cities to reduce robberies in Piauí

The Piauí state government is expanding its AI-based surveillance system to five additional cities to combat crime effectively.

Mar 10 • 17:32 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

With FGR filter, Morena seeks to prevent criminals from infiltrating

Morena party has announced that all candidates for the 2027 elections will undergo a background check by the Attorney General's Office to ensure they have no ties to organized crime.

Mar 9 • 08:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Launch of Organization Focused on Anti-Crime Evidence: Strengthening Collaboration between University Researchers and Police

A nationwide organization focusing on anti-crime measures through collaboration between university researchers and police will be launched in April.

Mar 8 • 09:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Spring Break and Safe Housing: Houston County's Surveillance Proposal for Spring Vacations

Harris County officials in Houston are launching a residential surveillance program to protect homes while families are away during Spring Break.

Mar 6 • 17:50 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

First Meeting of the Public Forum on the Age of Criminal Minorities... Final Conclusion by Late April

A public forum has been established to discuss the age criteria for criminal minors in South Korea, signaling a shift toward a more comprehensive evaluation of juvenile justice that considers children’s rights and victim protection.

Mar 6 • 10:44 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Princess Kako of the Takamado Family Delivers Speech in English at the Tokyo Rule of Law Forum

Princess Kako of the Takamado family spoke in English at the Tokyo Rule of Law Forum, emphasizing the importance of youth and community engagement in crime prevention.

Mar 5 • 02:58 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Evelyn Salgado Pineda leads the ceremony for the destruction of 232 seized firearms

Governor Evelyn Salgado Pineda oversaw the destruction of 232 seized firearms as part of a commitment to peace-building in the state of Guerrero, Mexico.

Mar 5 • 00:06 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Suspect of transmitting animal abuse online arrested by police in Fortaleza

A man was arrested in Fortaleza, Brazil, for allegedly broadcasting animal abuse online, following an investigation by São Paulo's Noad in collaboration with local authorities.

Mar 2 • 20:37 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Police Launch Special Crackdown on 'Housing Price Collusion and Ticket Scalping' Crimes Affecting Livelihood Prices

The police in South Korea have initiated a special crackdown on crimes affecting livelihood prices, including housing price collusion and ticket scalping.

Mar 2 • 00:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Eyes in the sky: drones change the way the police monitor and prevent crime on SP highways

The use of drones in highway patrol by the São Paulo Military Police enhances traffic monitoring and crime prevention during the summer season.

Mar 1 • 16:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Social project to combat drugs had 100% of funds diverted on the same day of transfer, says police

A Brazilian police report reveals that a social project aimed at combating drug abuse in Palmas misappropriated all public funds intended for its operation shortly after the funds were transferred.

Feb 27 • 08:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Fewer Assault Crimes in Sweden

Recent statistics from the Swedish Crime Prevention Council reveal a significant decrease in assault crimes and sexual offenses in Sweden, despite a rise in fraud cases.

Feb 26 • 08:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Beloved summer city has made a tough decision

Naantali, a popular summer city in Finland, will be increasing surveillance with new cameras to enhance public safety and prevent crime.

Feb 25 • 09:09 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Cheong Wa Dae Establishes National Safety Secretary Position, Appoints Lee Jong-won as Chief of Chungbuk Police

The South Korean government has announced the establishment of a National Safety Secretary position under the Office of Civil Affairs to enhance public safety and crime prevention.

Feb 25 • 03:13 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Youth Transforming Mexico: The programs with which Sheinbaum seeks to 'save' youths from crime

Claudia Sheinbaum has launched new programs aimed at preventing youth crime through her initiative, Youth Transforming Mexico.

Feb 24 • 18:18 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Crime & Justice

VIDEO: Suspicions of possible illegal acceptance of construction objects for use in Daugavpils

The Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau is investigating potential misuse of office by officials in the Daugavpils municipal planning and construction department.

Feb 23 • 16:32 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Duksung Women's University President Shin Min-jae and Dobong Police Station Chief Yoon Chang-ki's meeting

Duksung Women's University President Shin Min-jae met with Dobong Police Chief Yoon Chang-ki to discuss collaboration on crime prevention and community safety.

Feb 23 • 07:47 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

650 police patrols and 130 crimes prevented from control room a week after Ministry of Interior intervention in Segura EP

A collaboration between Segura EP and the Ministry of Interior has resulted in the prevention of 130 crimes and the execution of 650 police patrols within a week of the ministry's intervention.

Feb 23 • 02:12 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Stockholm first in the country to track six-year-olds

Stockholm is implementing a tracking program for six-year-olds deemed at risk of future criminality, investing 55 million kronor in a family-centered approach.

Feb 22 • 18:06 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Unified on the Importance of Actions Against Crime Gangs

The article discusses a wide consensus in Iceland about the necessity for actions to combat crime gangs.

Feb 19 • 12:14 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

New operation aims to reduce youth gang recruitment

A new police operation in Sweden targets the recruitment of minors into violent crime following a rise in youth involvement in shootings and bombings.

Feb 18 • 17:04 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Safety in Luleå and Boden – the police on the challenges

A recent police report reveals that while most residents of Luleå and Boden feel safe, there are challenges associated with societal changes and disorder in city centers.

Feb 18 • 16:01 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

No 'isolated cases': Better prevention of violent acts by migrants

The article discusses the increasing violence committed by migrants in Germany, emphasizing the need to address the root causes to improve public safety.

Feb 17 • 09:38 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Less youth crime in Oslo

Youth crime in Oslo has decreased by five percent in 2025, according to statistics from the Oslo police district.

Feb 17 • 09:03 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Did you receive a 'bill' on the beach? The curious strategy of the FAE in Manta to combat crime

The Ecuadorian Air Force implemented a unique strategy in Manta by distributing flyers designed to look like $100 bills to encourage public cooperation in crime prevention.

Feb 17 • 00:27 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
Crime & Justice

Historic Shift: Fraud Soon to Be the Most Common Crime

Fraud is set to become the most common crime in Sweden as the number of thefts has significantly decreased over the past 20 years due to fewer easily stealable items and new police measures against organized crime.

Feb 16 • 20:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Uncle and niece arrested while trying to withdraw over R$ 1 million from a customer account of someone living in Australia

A woman and her uncle were arrested in Rio de Janeiro while attempting to withdraw over R$ 1 million from a dormant bank account belonging to an Australian resident.

Feb 16 • 11:18 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Frederik Vad's 'third recognition' caused a stir. Now the infiltration of criminals into societal institutions will be investigated

Danish Justice Minister Peter Hummelgaard announced plans for a report investigating the infiltration of criminal networks into societal institutions as part of a larger effort to combat gang crime.

Feb 16 • 08:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After anonymous tip, police seize over 30 replica firearms in business in Northern MG

Police in Monte Azul, Brazil confiscated 34 replica firearms after an anonymous tip indicated their sale in a local business.

Feb 13 • 15:27 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Banks may be granted the right to stop transfers suspected of fraud

Estonia's Ministry of Finance is proposing a law to allow banks to halt money transfers suspected of fraud to prevent phone scams.

Feb 12 • 16:41 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Warning: The development of Finland's criminal justice system is at risk

The Finnish Criminal Policy Council warns that the potential cutback of essential crime statistics poses a threat to the transparency and development of the country's criminal justice system.

Feb 12 • 11:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major knife crime plan unveiled to stop kids who carry blades slipping through net

The UK government has unveiled a new plan aimed at preventing young people from engaging in knife crime by requiring mandatory intervention programs for those caught carrying blades.

Feb 12 • 06:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ogun strengthens security architecture with Amotekun CCTV initiative

The Ogun State Government has launched a CCTV control room initiative to enhance security and crime prevention in the state.

Feb 12 • 00:02 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police unveil security awareness campaign in Anambra schools

The Anambra State Police Command has launched a security awareness program aimed at educating students on safety, vigilance, and crime prevention in schools.

Feb 11 • 19:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

World Cup 2026: Police to use ROBOT dogs to protect fans during tournament

Mexican authorities are introducing robot dogs to enhance security for fans at the 2026 World Cup.

Feb 10 • 17:45 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Salomón Jara assesses cultural and sports activities of the Oaxaca Segura strategy to prevent violence in the capital city

Governor Salomón Jara Cruz reviews cultural and sports initiatives in Oaxaca City aimed at reducing crime and violence through community involvement.

Feb 9 • 06:44 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"Bullying is a big problem in our society"

In an interview, anti-bullying coach Carsten Stahl discusses the murder case of a twelve-year-old and advocates for lowering the age of criminal responsibility and increased prevention efforts in schools.

Feb 7 • 08:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New Bus Fleet Has Facial Recognition Cameras in Cuiabá

A new fleet of 41 buses equipped with facial recognition cameras has been launched in Cuiabá to enhance public transportation and combat crime.

Feb 6 • 19:39 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Crans-Montana, the municipal security officer was without a fire prevention certificate

Christophe Balet, the current public safety officer for the municipality of Crans-Montana, lacks a fire prevention certificate and is under investigation related to the New Year's fire at Le Constellation bar.

Feb 6 • 15:25 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

After the court's decision – V. Matijošaitis' statement: several said to me that you will be kicked out*****

V. Matijošaitis faces scrutiny from the Supreme Commission for the Prevention of Corruption after a court decision revealed conflicts of interest in his role as chairman of a municipal commission.

Feb 6 • 14:34 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Crime & Justice

KNAB accuses two people of bribery at the Riga Central Market

The Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) has handed a criminal case to the prosecutor's office, revealing evidence that two employees of AS "Rīgas Centrāltirgus" accepted bribes from individuals to secure trading spots in the renovated Root Pavilion at the Riga Central Market.

Feb 6 • 12:34 UTC

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