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Larry Sells, a former prosecutor, expresses doubts over the conviction of Sarah Jo Pender, dubbed the 'female Charles Manson,' who escaped from prison and is the subject of a new true crime docuseries.

A man from Southern Norway and five others face up to four years in prison for illegally shooting a female bear and one of her cubs in Sweden in 2023.

Thirteen privately-run prisons in the UK were fined a total of £6 million due to increased incidents of female staff engaging in sexual relations with inmates.

Canada's Grierson Institution in Edmonton is converting from a male to a female prison to accommodate a rising female inmate population, despite concerns about the cost and logistics of the renovation.

The article discusses how certain women prisoners can ascend to the top of the hierarchy among female inmates, highlighting distinct behavioral differences from male prisoners.

Five Iranian female footballers are granted asylum in Australia to escape the threat of imprisonment in their home country.

Prosecutors have requested a 25-year prison sentence for a man accused of killing a nursery teacher in Japan, while her son expresses his grief during the trial.

Thainá Santos, a 28-year-old prison officer in Brazil, completed her training independently after being removed from the program during her pregnancy, demonstrating resilience and determination in achieving her professional goals.

Hazel Templeton, an 80-year-old woman, has been sentenced to prison for sexually abusing a young boy in the 1980s.

Two prison staff in Munich are on trial for the alleged mistreatment of a female inmate, accused of assaulting her while she was restrained and naked.

A trial has begun in Munich against two prison employees accused of assaulting a naked female inmate.

A psychiatrist in Morocco has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for drugging and raping female patients, a case that has shocked the nation.

Ukraine has established a unique prison for women convicted of collaborating with Russian occupiers, reflecting a mix of wartime betrayal and lingering pro-Russian sentiments.

Ian Huntley, a double child killer, sent disturbing letters to a young female pen pal while recovering from a serious prison attack.

Former NSW prison officers claim that the system within Corrective Services NSW protects sexual abusers and silences female employees.

Inmate Harri Pullen escaped from custody with the help of a female driver after allegedly having flings with two jail staff members during his imprisonment.

Concerns grow over Sharon Carr, Britain's youngest female murderer, potentially committing further violence as she is denied transfer to an open prison.

A martial arts instructor in Japan was sentenced to 24 years in prison for repeatedly sexually assaulting eight female students, causing distress and trauma, including one student fearing she might be pregnant.

Britain's youngest female double murderer, Lorraine Thorpe, has been given the opportunity to transfer to an open prison after serving years for the brutal killings of her father and his friend.

Lawyers are debating whether transgender inmate Amanda Joy Cooper should be transferred to a women’s prison after undergoing gender surgery.

A fire at the Bouwer Penitentiary in Córdoba, Argentina, resulted in the deaths of two female inmates, leading to calls for a thorough investigation into the circumstances and accountability.

A man in Austria received a suspended prison sentence and a fine for secretly filming female footballers in their changing room, triggering outrage and discussions on appropriate punishment.

The Parole Board has approved a move to an open prison for Lorraine Thorpe, Britain's youngest female double murderer, although her release on parole has been denied for a second time.

A new true crime documentary series about Sarah Pender, dubbed the 'Female Charles Manson', is captivating viewers with its dramatic recount of her prison escape and subsequent manhunt.

A Canadian judge is set to make a decision regarding the transfer of transgender inmate Amanda Cooper, who is serving time for violent sexual assaults, from a men's prison to a women's facility.

A 34-year-old teaching assistant has been sentenced to over 51 years in prison for sexually assaulting multiple young boys, including grooming and sending explicit messages.

The second season of 'En el barro' premiered on Netflix, delving into the evolving dynamics of a women’s prison in La Quebrada, showcasing new leadership and fragile alliances among characters.

A former female employee was sentenced to three years in prison after stealing over 18 million SEK from the municipality of Solna.

A female police commissioner in South Korea was sentenced to ten years in prison for accepting bribes, marking the first case identified by the Anti-Corruption and Civil Rights Commission (ACRC).

The Swedish Court of Appeal has upheld an 18-year prison sentence for a man convicted of murdering a female paramedic last fall.

Iran has sentenced Narges Mohammadi, a female human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, to over seven years of additional imprisonment.

A 45-year-old teacher in northwestern Milan has been sentenced to 11 years in prison for abusing at least five of his female students.

A campaign group is contesting the Scottish policy allowing some transgender inmates to be housed in female prisons, arguing it conflicts with previous court rulings on women-only spaces.

A legal challenge claims that a Scottish government policy regarding the placement of transgender prisoners in women's jails treats female inmates as political pawns.

Charlotte Winstanley, a 27-year-old prison officer, has been sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison after being filmed engaging in a romantic relationship with inmate Jabhari Blair and smuggling items into HMP Lindholme for him.

Rebecca Pinckard, a 46-year-old female prison officer, has been sentenced to prison after being recorded engaging in a sexual act with inmate Erion Nakdi at HMP Highpoint in Suffolk.

A 35-year-old basketball coach was sentenced to 12 months in prison with two years of probation for sexually assaulting and corrupting a 15-year-old female player in Saint-André-de-Cubzac.

Sharon Carr, the youngest female killer in the UK, has been approved for transfer to an open prison despite concerns over her potential danger to society.