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🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Scandal involving Prosecutor: CDU wants to establish an investigation committee

The CDU in Niedersachsen has announced plans to establish a parliamentary investigation committee concerning Prosecutor Yashar G., who confessed to leaking state secrets to a drug gang involved in significant cocaine trafficking.

Mar 2 • 17:58 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Treasurer of a criminal faction destroys cell phones upon arrest in MT

A woman identified as the treasurer of a criminal faction was arrested in Nova Xavantina, Brazil, and destroyed her cell phones to obstruct the investigation.

Feb 28 • 19:05 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Odisha police dismantle drug network

Odisha police have seized approximately 1800 liters of hash oil and nearly a ton of marijuana valued at around 200 crore rupees as part of an ongoing investigation into a drug network.

Feb 28 • 05:56 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Month-long OPP probe leads to 7 arrests and 54 drug, gun charges

A month-long police investigation in Ontario has resulted in seven arrests and a total of 54 drug and gun charges.

Feb 27 • 16:21 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

Police officer dismissed for cannabis use in toilets and investigation vehicles

A police officer in Hiroshima Prefecture was dismissed for using cannabis both at his home and at work.

Feb 27 • 06:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

MC Mong, Suspected of Procuring Sleeping Pills Under Ex-Manager’s Name... Police Investigation Launched

Police have launched an investigation into singer MC Mong for allegedly obtaining sleeping pills through a proxy prescription under the name of his former manager.

Feb 27 • 05:41 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Im Eun-jeong: 'Get Out Instead of Acting Like You Know' in Response to the 'Acting as If You Know' Investigation

The tension between Prosecutor Im Eun-jeong and Chief Inspector Baek Hae-ryong intensifies over allegations of external pressure in a customs drug case investigation.

Feb 27 • 03:20 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Drug Finds in Penzberg: Police Arrest Suspected Major Dealers

Police in Penzberg have arrested two suspected major drug dealers during an investigation related to a sexual offense, uncovering a significant stash of illegal drugs.

Feb 26 • 16:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Mothers with infants were transporting drugs from MS to PR by bus, investigation reveals

Women traveling by bus with infants were used to transport drugs from Mato Grosso do Sul to Paraná to evade law enforcement.

Feb 26 • 16:07 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Rogoredo, the four colleagues of Cinturrino under investigation have been transferred

Four police officers under investigation for aiding and failure to assist in the case linked to the arrest of Carmelo Cinturrino have been transferred to different locations and assigned non-operational roles.

Feb 26 • 15:45 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Lim Eun-jung targets Baek Hae-ryong by recalling the 'Han Myung-sook case'... "The customs drug investigation is not different from that of the prosecution"

Lim Eun-jung criticized detective Baek Hae-ryong’s investigation methods as akin to the criticized prosecutorial tactics during the Han Myung-sook political funding case, amid claims of a lack of substance in a drug investigation involving customs officers.

Feb 26 • 13:50 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Severe Criticism of Joint Investigation Team Over 'Pre-determined Investigation' by Deputy Chief Baek Hae-ryong

The Joint Investigation Team of the Seoul Eastern District Prosecutor's Office has denied allegations of involvement in drug smuggling by customs officials, leading to strong criticism of Deputy Chief Baek Hae-ryong.

Feb 26 • 10:19 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Editorial] Investigation into ‘Customs Drug Smuggling’ Fails to Resolve Fundamental Doubts

An investigation into drug smuggling at customs has concluded with no charges against implicated officials, raising concerns over transparency and accountability.

Feb 26 • 09:44 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

Discovered drug factory in the Kretinga forests: impregnated cotton with drugs, transported to the USA

A criminal investigation has revealed an organized group producing and distributing synthetic drugs in Lithuania by impregnating cotton-based paper with psychotropic substances meant for smuggling to the United States.

Feb 26 • 09:24 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

Police caught repeatedly convicted Klaipėda residents with drugs

A pre-trial investigation has been initiated against two Klaipėda men, aged 60 and 65, known to law enforcement for their ties to organized crime and illegal drug distribution.

Feb 26 • 07:53 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Two known men arrested in Klaipėda – a large quantity of drugs found

Two men in Klaipėda with known ties to organized crime were arrested following a pre-investigation concerning drug distribution, during which a significant quantity of narcotics was uncovered.

Feb 26 • 07:36 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

There was no pressure from the presidential office... Special investigation team concludes no charges in 'customs drug investigation pressure' case

The Seoul Eastern District Prosecutor's Special Investigation Team has concluded its investigation into allegations of external pressure in a customs drug-related case, finding no evidence against most suspects.

Feb 26 • 02:06 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Prison guard sent on leave

A prison guard has been suspended amid allegations of misconduct related to a police investigation into a lawyer's involvement in drug cultivation.

Feb 25 • 06:58 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

"Luca extorted everyone". The black holes of Rogoredo

An investigation is revealing troubling relationships between police and drug dealers in Rogoredo, following the murder of a dealer by a police officer.

Feb 25 • 04:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Additional Victim Circumstances in 'Motel Drug Murder' Revealed... Under Police Investigation

A woman in her twenties has been arrested for allegedly causing the deaths of two men by administering drug-laced drinks, and police are investigating additional victims.

Feb 25 • 01:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Couple arrested suspected of participating in drug trafficking scheme with university professor, investigation points out

A couple was arrested in Araguaína, Brazil, for allegedly participating in a drug trafficking scheme with a university professor.

Feb 24 • 18:33 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Epstein linked to drug trafficking

Jeffrey Epstein is now being connected to drug trafficking based on newly discovered documents in the ongoing investigation into his activities.

Feb 24 • 14:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man Found Dead with Gunshots on the Street of Coronel Fabriciano

A 41-year-old man, Isaías Antonio Avelar, was found dead with multiple gunshot wounds in Coronel Fabriciano, Brazil, prompting an investigation into potential drug-related motives.

Feb 24 • 11:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man Found Dead with Signs of Violence in the Rural Area of Trindade

A man was found dead on a rural road in Trindade, Brazil, showing signs of violence, prompting an investigation by local authorities.

Feb 24 • 09:57 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Meloni's Anger: "A Betrayal". Left Attacks: "Government in the Chamber"

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expresses outrage over the investigation into the death of a drug dealer, labeling it a betrayal against the nation's police forces and calling for justice.

Feb 24 • 04:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Investigation into the death of a man in Volta Redonda concluded; Four suspects are indicted

An investigation into the disappearance of Wesley dos Santos Silva Henrique has concluded, resulting in the indictment of four suspects allegedly linked to drug trafficking and his abduction.

Feb 23 • 20:48 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
Crime & Justice

Boy and mother suspected of drug trafficking in Turku - 17-year-old tried to buy a submachine gun

A 17-year-old boy and his mother are under investigation for serious drug offenses in Turku, Finland, after police seized thousands of classified drugs during his arrest.

Feb 23 • 14:28 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Crime & Justice

Police in Latgale Arrest Drug Dealer and Uncover His Connection to a Theft

Latvian police arrested a drug dealer in Latgale and discovered his links to a theft case during the investigation.

Feb 23 • 09:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Family reports kidnapping, police investigate and find man in motel with lover in Águas Lindas

A man staged his own kidnapping in an attempt to extort money from his family, leading to a police investigation.

Feb 22 • 22:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Commander of elite police group guaranteed 'safe freight' for drug trafficking in police vehicle, says investigation

A commander of an elite police unit in Brazil is under investigation for allegedly facilitating drug transportation using an official police vehicle.

Feb 22 • 21:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

'Passed from one man to another every night': the gangs that sexually exploit teenagers in London

An investigation reveals that gangs in London are exploiting vulnerable women and teenagers as young as 14 for forced sex, perpetuating a cycle of abuse linked to drug debts and sex trafficking.

Feb 21 • 17:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Investigated for drug trafficking dies in cell in Amapá; autopsy identifies drug packages in stomach

A 33-year-old woman, Maria Rosinilda Pantoja Sena, died in a police cell in Macapá while under investigation for drug trafficking, with autopsy revealing drug packages in her stomach.

Feb 21 • 16:23 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Carmelo Cinturrino, who is the police officer under investigation for the killing of the dealer in Rogoredo

Carmelo Cinturrino, a 41-year-old police officer, is under investigation for the murder of a drug dealer in Rogoredo, raising serious concerns about his conduct and the circumstances of the incident.

Feb 21 • 12:48 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

New doubts about the policeman's version: “Daily requests for money and drugs”

New details have emerged from the investigation into the January 26 shooting in Rogoredo, revealing that a police officer allegedly demanded daily payments of money and drugs from the victim.

Feb 21 • 11:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

He was asking for protection money”, “he lied about the rescue”: what doesn’t add up regarding the policeman’s position who shot the drug dealer

The investigation into the death of Abderrahim Mansouri has intensified the legal troubles for police officer Carmelo Cinturrino, who is now being investigated for voluntary manslaughter after allegedly lying about the shooting incident.

Feb 20 • 12:10 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Crime & Justice

Rhodes: Drug Trafficking Ring Dismantled – Police Under Investigation for Usury

A major operation led to the dismantling of a drug trafficking organization in Rhodes, with police officers also under scrutiny for corruption involving usury.

Feb 20 • 08:52 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

Shocking Crimes of High-Earning Men Revealed – Proud to Be Pedophiles

A group of 300 pedophiles was uncovered online, who openly discussed their criminal plans and engaged in drug use during Zoom meetings.

Feb 20 • 08:16 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Municipality "against" agents. If the constitution of civil party is not equal for everyone

The Milanese Democratic Party is urging the Municipality to join as a civil party in the investigation of a police officer involved in the death of a drug dealer, raising questions about the appropriateness of such a move.

Feb 20 • 04:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

The case of drug smuggling into Lithuania from the United Kingdom has been transferred to the court

A court case involving a man's attempt to smuggle drugs from the UK to Lithuania has been initiated following an investigation by Lithuanian authorities.

Feb 19 • 07:15 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

In Klaipeda, police caught a minor carrying a drug shipment

A minor was apprehended in Klaipeda while transporting a suspected drug shipment from abroad, leading to an ongoing criminal investigation.

Feb 19 • 07:01 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

DOJ announces conviction in Minnesota meth ring linked to Sinaloa cartel

A federal court has convicted Eric Anthony Rodriguez in a meth trafficking conspiracy connected to the Sinaloa Cartel, marking a significant development in a large-scale drug trafficking investigation in Minnesota.

Feb 18 • 16:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

More than 400 drug packages found hidden in water tank in Barra do Piraí

Over 400 drug packages were discovered hidden inside a water tank in Barra do Piraí, Brazil, following a police investigation into a tip-off about drug trade in the area.

Feb 18 • 14:21 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

The dealer threatens them, but police are investigating

Four officers are under investigation for their role in the shooting of a Moroccan man during a drug bust in Milan.

Feb 18 • 05:27 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Investigation into the death of a drug dealer in Rogoredo: four more police officers under investigation

The investigation into the police shooting death of Moroccan Abderrahim Mansouri has expanded to include four additional officers facing charges of aiding and omission of rescue.

Feb 17 • 17:51 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Crime & Justice

Mansouri Murder in Rogoredo: Four More Police Officers Investigated Besides the One Who Fired

Four additional police officers are under investigation for favoring and omission of assistance in connection with the murder of Mansouri during an anti-drug operation in Rogoredo.

Feb 17 • 17:33 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Laboratory Under Cover: Large Production of Psychotropic Substances Discovered in Lithuania

A major investigation in Lithuania has unveiled the production of large quantities of the psychotropic substance alprazolam, leading to criminal charges against three individuals.

Feb 17 • 11:20 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
Crime & Justice

Investigating extensive drug case: The accused remains in custody

A man in his 40s will continue to be detained for the next four weeks as authorities investigate a significant drug case involving a large amount of narcotics.

Feb 17 • 08:05 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Crime & Justice

Two men fall in Culiacán with rifles and 2,000 pills of presumed fentanyl; linked to La Nicholette's kidnapping

Two men were arrested in Culiacán with rifles and a large quantity of presumed fentanyl pills, connected to an ongoing kidnapping investigation.

Feb 16 • 13:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Couple arrested with various electronic cigarettes in operation in the South Zone of Teresina

A couple was arrested in Teresina, Brazil, for possessing various electronic cigarettes as part of a drug trafficking investigation.

Feb 13 • 17:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police Executes Warrants Against Group Investigated for Drug and Arms Trafficking in MS

The Federal Police of Brazil executed search and arrest warrants in Dourados, MS, as part of an ongoing investigation into transnational drug and arms trafficking.

Feb 13 • 12:14 UTC

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