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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

João Gordo is detained with five grams of marijuana at Belo Horizonte airport

Singer João Gordo was detained at the Belo Horizonte airport for possession of less than five grams of hashish and marijuana, but was released after signing a term.

Mar 22 • 18:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Trio arrested after being caught with drugs in Boa Vista square

Three young men were arrested for drug possession in a square in Boa Vista, Brazil, during a police patrol.

Mar 21 • 23:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Three young people are detained with marijuana, cocaine, and crack during a police operation in Governador Valadares

Three individuals, including a minor, were detained by the police in Governador Valadares for drug possession during an operation targeting local drug trafficking.

Mar 21 • 22:32 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Prosecutors say they found 'drug transactions' after Alabama player's arrest, searched his trash: report

Alabama guard Aden Holloway was arrested for marijuana possession, with prosecutors alleging evidence of drug sales was found on his phone and in his apartment.

Mar 21 • 21:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Young man arrested with drugs in Barra Mansa

A 20-year-old man was arrested for drug possession in Barra Mansa, Brazil, after police acted on a tip-off regarding drug sales in the area.

Mar 21 • 19:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man arrested with 1.5 kg of cocaine in Valença

A 23-year-old man was arrested in Valença, Brazil, for drug trafficking after being found with approximately 1.5 kg of cocaine and other narcotics in his possession.

Mar 20 • 12:35 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

They were trafficking cocaine, cannabis, and MDMA in Attica

Three individuals have been arrested in Athens and Piraeus for possession and trafficking of drugs following a police operation.

Mar 19 • 14:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Police seize approximately 1,200 crack stones and arrest suspect in Caruaru

The Brazilian police seized around 1,200 crack stones and arrested a 28-year-old suspect for drug trafficking and illegal possession of a firearm in Caruaru.

Mar 19 • 13:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Woman arrested with about 5 kg of marijuana in Três Rios

A woman was arrested in Três Rios, Brazil, for possession of approximately 5 kg of marijuana and other illegal items during a police raid on a suspected drug trafficking house.

Mar 19 • 11:15 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Zografou University Campus: Arrest of a 31-year-old for drug trafficking

A 31-year-old woman was arrested in the Zografou University campus area for drug possession and trafficking by the Greek Police's Drug Enforcement Unit in Athens.

Mar 19 • 11:07 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

Vilnius Emergency Workers: Drugs, Violence, Georgian Ribbons, Missing Medications

An emergency medical worker in Vilnius has been arrested on suspicion of drug possession and domestic violence.

Mar 19 • 08:59 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

A case of illegal possession of a very large quantity of psychoactive substances has been submitted to the court in Klaipeda

A court case regarding the illegal possession of a significant amount of psychoactive substances has been initiated in Klaipeda, Lithuania, with a focus on cryptocurrency transactions.

Mar 19 • 08:35 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

The case of illegal possession of a very large quantity of psychotropic substances has been referred to the court

A Lithuanian man faces prosecution for illegally acquiring and possessing a large quantity of psychotropic substances, including methamphetamine and alprazolam, with part of the payment made in cryptocurrency.

Mar 19 • 08:35 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Five Young People Sentenced for Drug Possession in Panevėžys

A court in Panevėžys has sentenced five individuals for drug possession and distribution, including marijuana and psychotropic substances.

Mar 19 • 07:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Woman bites police officer's hand while trying to prevent her son's arrest for drug trafficking in MG

A woman was arrested in Minas Gerais after biting a police officer's hand while attempting to stop her 17-year-old son from being apprehended for marijuana possession.

Mar 19 • 07:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Baby and girl found in house used for trafficking and with poor hygiene in Northern MG

A baby and a three-year-old girl were discovered in a house known for drug trafficking in Mirabela, Brazil, prompting the arrest of two women due to inadequate living conditions and drug possession.

Mar 18 • 16:25 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
Crime & Justice

40-year-old man imprisoned in case of almost 15 kilos of cocaine

A 40-year-old man has been remanded in custody for four weeks following a preliminary hearing for possession of 14.8 kilograms of cocaine in Denmark.

Mar 18 • 16:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Gardener arrested with cocaine says he would sell it for R$ 1,000

A 28-year-old gardener was arrested in Boa Vista, Brazil, for possession of cocaine intended for sale.

Mar 18 • 15:43 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

California’s new ‘war on drugs’: thousands arrested, few get treatment, data shows

California's aggressive drug possession policies lead to mass arrests but fail to provide adequate treatment for those arrested.

Mar 18 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Ex-Tory MP Crispin Blunt charged with possession of Class A and B drugs

Former MP Crispin Blunt has been charged with drug offences involving possession of Class A and B substances.

Mar 18 • 12:10 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
Crime & Justice

Caught with 1.3 kilos of cocaine

A man in his 60s has been charged with possession of nearly 1.3 kilos of cocaine in Kristiansand, Norway, and also for illegally entering the country after being permanently banned from Norway.

Mar 17 • 11:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Miner drug dealer arrested in luxury condominium in Bolivia had fake identity and passport and kept $60,000

Brazilian drug dealer Douglas de Azevedo Carvalho was arrested in Bolivia while in possession of fake documents and a large sum of cash.

Mar 16 • 22:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

One portion per second: man arrested with industrial machine for packing drugs in Campinas

A 47-year-old man was arrested in Campinas, Brazil, with an industrial machine capable of packing one cocaine portion per second and thousands of drug packages in his possession.

Mar 16 • 19:41 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Curfew in El Oro: operations result in arrests for weapons, drugs, and violating movement restrictions

Police operations during the curfew in El Oro have led to multiple arrests for illegal weapons possession, drug offenses, and breaching mobility restrictions.

Mar 16 • 10:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Duo arrested with anabolic steroids and prohibited drug on Via Dutra, in Piraí

Two men were arrested in Piraí, Brazil, for possession of anabolic steroids and a prohibited medication during a routine traffic stop.

Mar 13 • 14:51 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

Not guilty verdict for a woman regarding hidden methamphetamine; conspiracy with ex-husband not acknowledged

A Japanese court acquitted a woman on drug possession charges linked to her ex-husband, determining she did not knowingly possess the drugs found in their home ceiling.

Mar 12 • 12:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

The couple selling drugs outside the courthouse heard the court's verdict

A couple was sentenced for drug possession and distribution outside a courthouse in Vilnius.

Mar 12 • 08:44 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Komotini: Arrest of a Hoaxer for 'Bomb' Threat at the Courts

A woman was arrested in Komotini for falsely claiming a bomb threat at the local courthouse, resulting in police mobilization and the discovery of illegal narcotics in her possession.

Mar 11 • 11:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man sentenced for homicide in 2011 is arrested in Açailândia, MA

A 45-year-old man was arrested in Açailândia, Brazil, following the enforcement of two arrest warrants related to qualified homicide, drug trafficking, and illegal possession of a firearm.

Mar 10 • 15:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Former model Álvaro Jacomossi is charged with drug trafficking and illegal possession of a firearm in Florianópolis

Álvaro Jacomossi, a former international model, has been charged with drug trafficking and illegal possession of a firearm in Brazil.

Mar 10 • 13:14 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Renti: The 'cache' had over 13 kilos of heroin

A 50-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman were arrested in Renti, Greece, for possession and storage of over 13 kilograms of heroin during a police operation.

Mar 10 • 10:37 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Three people from Klaipėda will stand trial for drug possession and psychotropic drugs

Three individuals from Klaipėda are facing trial for illegally possessing narcotics and psychotropic substances, including cannabis and prescription pills.

Mar 10 • 08:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Video shows police action that arrested suspects of trafficking crack in Piracicaba

Police in Piracicaba arrested two men for drug trafficking, seizing a significant amount of crack and related paraphernalia from their possession.

Mar 9 • 21:18 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Chemistry Teacher Arrested in Agra for Preparing Dangerous 'Synthetic Drugs'

A chemistry teacher in Agra, India, was arrested by police for allegedly preparing the synthetic drug MDMA, with substantial chemical materials and equipment seized from his possession.

Mar 9 • 05:56 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Drugs, knuckle dusters, and knives on Corso Como. A busy night for the carabinieri

A 19-year-old Italian was arrested for drug possession and other individuals were reported for weapon offenses during a significant law enforcement operation in Milan.

Mar 9 • 04:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Suspect of trafficking arrested with drugs and weapon after reports that he was using cameras to monitor the police in Pirapora

A 22-year-old man was arrested in Pirapora, Brazil, for drug trafficking and illegal possession of a firearm after police received anonymous tips about his activities.

Mar 7 • 19:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Duo arrested with drugs in Resende

Two young men were arrested in Resende, Brazil, for drug possession after a police intervention.

Mar 6 • 12:41 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

American basketball player Jarred Shaw hoping for 'miracle' in Indonesian prison as health crisis worsens

Jarred Shaw, a 35-year-old American basketball player imprisoned in Indonesia, faces severe health issues and pleads for help after his arrest for drug possession.

Mar 5 • 22:27 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Police in Eastern Finland encounters drug users with either an axe, machete, or jungle knife every month

Police in Eastern Finland are encountering an increasing number of drug users reportedly armed with sharp weapons, following stricter legislation on weapon possession.

Mar 5 • 13:19 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
Crime & Justice

Prominent gang member detained

Two men arrested in Lolland have been remanded in custody until March 30 for drug possession and other charges.

Mar 4 • 16:27 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
Crime & Justice

Prominent gang member arrested in Lolland

A 30-year-old prominent gang member and a 19-year-old accomplice have been arrested in Lolland, Denmark, for drug possession, money laundering, and arson.

Mar 4 • 12:14 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Crime & Justice

Two men and a woman charged with hiding escaped prisoner

Three people have been arrested and charged with concealing a 37-year-old prisoner who escaped custody.

Mar 3 • 08:07 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Three People Charged with Hiding Fugitive

Copenhagen police have charged a woman and two men for concealing fugitive Philip Denié Petersen, who was arrested after a month on the run from Vestre Prison.

Mar 3 • 08:06 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

United States: Supreme Court Skeptical About Gun Ban for Drug Users

The U.S. Supreme Court is showing skepticism towards a law banning gun possession by regular drug users, particularly in the context of marijuana consumption.

Mar 2 • 21:03 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Criminal case regarding illegal drug possession transferred to Kaunas District Court

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

Mar 2 • 09:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Young woman arrested with drugs in Barra Mansa

A 21-year-old woman was arrested in Barra Mansa, Brazil, after police discovered a significant amount of drugs in her possession during an operation.

Feb 28 • 22:15 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

Lawyers Consider Request for Retrial in Stimulant Case; Expert is Former Employee Involved in DNA Test Fraud

Japanese lawyers are contemplating a retrial request for a drug possession case after it was revealed that one of the expert witnesses involved was a former employee dismissed for misconduct in DNA testing.

Feb 28 • 06:02 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Saint Panteleimon: Pursuit of a drug trafficker's vehicle

A 28-year-old Greek man was arrested after a pursuit by police in the Saint Panteleimon area for possession of various drugs.

Feb 27 • 15:05 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
Crime & Justice

B.C. man acquitted of smuggling drugs back into Canada that first left in his rectum

A British Columbia man was acquitted of drug smuggling charges after the judge ruled he was unaware of the drugs in his possession due to fentanyl withdrawal symptoms.

Feb 26 • 20:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Man arrested with skunk and cocaine in the western zone of Boa Vista

A 35-year-old man was arrested for possession of skunk and cocaine during a police operation in Boa Vista, Brazil.

Feb 25 • 14:09 UTC

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