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A Lithuanian criminal group has been implicated in thefts across Finland, with stolen items valued at half a million euros, mostly comprising boat engines and other valuables.

Rally star Jari-Matti Latvala faces charges of serious tax fraud after his tax issues have resulted in a criminal investigation despite having paid approximately 4.5 million euros in tax debts.

The suspected arsonist responsible for a deadly fire in Vantaa is a 71-year-old man with a criminal history, allegedly igniting the fire in his own apartment.

The police in Central Finland have exposed a Lithuanian criminal group involved in thefts totaling around 500,000 euros across Finland between 2024 and 2025.

A 65-year-old man from Orimattila has been sentenced to six months of conditional imprisonment for 13 counts of pimping, including cases involving minors.

A fake criminal impersonator named Beránek is causing trouble for the real police in the Louny area of Czechia.

A man has been sentenced for the brutal killing of an ostrich named Zenek in Poland.

A 16-year-old boy from Stavanger is charged with complicity in multiple murders and attempted murders across various countries, linked to a Swedish criminal network.

Michael Rafferty, a notorious child rapist and murderer, was convicted of assaulting a fellow inmate in prison after years of being targeted by other inmates due to his criminal history.

Nitto Santapaola, a notorious boss of Cosa Nostra, has died in prison at the age of 87 after a lifetime of criminal activity and several high-profile convictions.

During a police operation in Paraisópolis, São Paulo, authorities seized over 70 cell phones, weapons, and drugs linked to criminal activities.

The article reports on a prison incident involving an inmate who assaulted his childhood friend while under the influence of drugs.

A criminal case has been filed against Antanas Kandrotas-Celofanas for allegedly hitting public figure Valdas Bartkevičius during a public event in Vilnius.

A young man's body was found buried in the soil at the foot of a hill near a village in Rajasthan, revealing a murder case with links to his criminal history.

Rohit Solanki has been arrested by Delhi police for his involvement in a planned attack on Lawrence Bishnoi's legal team.

A young man's body was discovered buried at the foothills near Samatpura village in Rajasthan, leading to the identification of the deceased as Narendra Sharma, who had multiple serious criminal cases against him.

A report by Fantástico exposes the luxurious lifestyle of Luiz Eduardo Bottura, a fugitive in Italy, accused of leading a criminal organization that manipulates the justice system.

Wagner de Souza Leite, a transport company owner, was arrested in connection with a criminal organization stealing fuel from Transpetro pipelines, allegedly causing over R$ 5 million in losses.

A man was injured by a knife during a drinking party in a flat on Žolyno Street, leading to an ongoing preliminary investigation.

The Queensland government plans to eliminate a drug diversion program that allowed offenders multiple chances before facing criminal charges.

A 63-year-old Japanese man residing in the United States, wanted for splashing oil on shrines in Japan, is set to be extradited back to Japan following a U.S. court ruling.

The South Korean government is set to conduct intensive public consultations on key issues related to criminal procedure law, including supplementary investigative powers, during March and April.

Benedetto Santapaola, a notorious figure in organized crime who spent 33 years in prison, passed away without ever revealing information about his criminal empire or the connections he had with influential individuals in Sicily.

A criminal group attempted to illegally acquire a deceased person's apartment in Riga using forged notary seals and signatures.

A Brazilian congressman proposes stricter rules for the progression of sentences concerning crimes against vulnerable populations and plans a plebiscite on lowering the age of criminal responsibility.

Dmitry Uritskiy, convicted in a significant drug trafficking case, reportedly seeks freedom with support from former criminals while incarcerated.

A body was discovered in a rural area of Lithuania, sparking police investigation and local concern.

The rapporteur of the Public Security Constitutional Amendment Proposal in Brazil's Chamber of Deputies insists on maintaining the proposal to reduce the age of criminal responsibility from 18 to 16 years.

The Civil Police of Rondônia is investigating prisoners linked to a criminal faction suspected of plotting attacks on penal agents as revenge for their actions against drug trafficking in prisons.

A police officer in Catalonia has been sentenced to 13 months in prison for stealing an iPhone and wireless headphones from a deceased individual, although he won't serve time due to a lack of prior convictions.

A police officer in Madhya Pradesh was suspended after a video surfaced showing him dancing on the shoulders of a notorious criminal during his birthday celebration in the police station premises.

Police in Macapá apprehended a teenager along with a firearm and drugs during a crackdown on criminal factions in the area.

A 39-year-old man is facing criminal charges for the murder of his 31-year-old pregnant partner in Kolonos, including three felonies related to her death.

A man was found dead in a detention center in Nyköping, Sweden, and authorities have stated there is no suspicion of foul play.

Janek Lauk has been found guilty of raping a minor and sentenced by the Pärnu County Court.

A Finnish murderer has been imprisoned in Canada for nearly 34 years and has recently been denied parole.

A criminal case concerning illegal drug possession has been forwarded to the Kaunas District Court involving a woman and a resident of Jonava.

An exploration of the challenges faced by investigators dealing with transnational crime, as they balance their duties with personal sacrifices.

In a police encounter in Ghaziabad, wanted criminal Zeeshan, who had attacked YouTuber Saleem, was killed during a shootout with law enforcement.

Three teenagers were apprehended in Itabaiana, Brazil, as suspects in the massacre of five people linked to criminal gang disputes.

Alias ‘Polilla’, a presumed leader of the criminal group Los Choneros, was captured during an operation in Manabí, Ecuador, and is linked to multiple violent crimes.

A preliminary investigation into significant damage to a pearl mussel population in Suomussalmi has found that the incident could lead to charges of serious environmental crimes with estimated damages reaching €2.2 million.

Sergey Mavrodi, known for creating the largest financial pyramid scheme in post-Soviet history, is both a controversial figure celebrated by some and reviled by many.

A 31-year-old pregnant woman was found dead with multiple injuries at her home in Kolonos, with investigations suggesting potential criminal activity.

Elijah Allman, son of singer Cher, was arrested at St Paul's School in New Hampshire on multiple charges, including simple assault and criminal trespass.

A teacher and IT specialist from Zemgale has been convicted of 172 criminal offenses, including downloading and creating child pornography.

A police operation in Buenos Aires led to the arrest of 14 individuals linked to drug trafficking, uncovering significant quantities of drugs and weapons.

The case of a 31-year-old pregnant woman found dead in Kolonos raises concerns of a possible homicide due to suspicious injuries not aligning with an accidental fall.

Five individuals were killed in a rural house in Itabaiana, Paraíba, due to escalating violence between rival criminal factions.

A convicted man threatened a prison guard after being denied immediate access to medication, claiming low blood sugar caused his behavior.