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🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The police station on Via Mecenate, from outpost to besieged fortress

The police station on Via Mecenate in Milan has become a shell of its former self amidst allegations against a key officer, resulting in a drastic decrease in personnel and morale.

Mar 2 • 04:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Boiler room and then away from the republic. A prosecutor is taking a secret police officer to court for persecuting a printer from Plzeň

A Czech prosecutor is prosecuting a former StB officer for persecuting a Plzeň printer during the communist regime.

Mar 1 • 10:06 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

Murder in La Polar: Main Suspect Identified in the Crime

A former police officer named Sergio Gama has been identified as the primary suspect in the fatal beating of a man at La Polar tavern in Mexico City.

Feb 27 • 00:36 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

A former police officer accused of femicide now adds a charge of sexual abuse against a family member.

Horacio Grasso, a former police officer, faces new charges of sexual abuse against a relative while already embroiled in a femicide case.

Feb 26 • 19:21 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Marlaska announces an 'extraordinary' review of the anti-harassment protocol of the Police after admitting it failed in the 'DAO case'

Interior Minister Marlaska has declared an extraordinary review of police anti-harassment protocols following a sexual assault complaint against a former high-ranking officer.

Feb 25 • 17:58 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"The real mystery is not that of his death": the thesis of a former cop on Xavier Dupont de Ligonnès's flight to the United States

A former police officer believes that Xavier Dupont de Ligonnès, who has been missing for 15 years, has survived and organized his escape to the United States.

Feb 24 • 10:44 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

"Alcohol Excuses Nothing": A Former Professional Footballer Sentenced in Rennes After Punching a Policewoman in the Face

A former professional footballer was sentenced after attacking a police officer in Rennes, highlighting the consequences of alcohol-fueled violence.

Feb 24 • 07:43 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

A second policewoman accuses the former DAO of 'intimidating and bending her'

A second police officer has come forward, accusing the former Deputy Operations Director of harassment, claiming he intimidated her and contributed to her losing her job.

Feb 24 • 02:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: JL1 of Monday, January 23, 2026

Various incidents and updates including airport chaos in Mexico, the arrest of a former British ambassador, record real estate sales in Brazil, extreme weather impacts in São Paulo and Rio, changes in tariffs, and a tragic plea from a deceased police officer.

Feb 23 • 17:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Jornal Anhanguera 1st Edition-TO from Monday, February 23, 2026

The article highlights various events covered in a news broadcast, including a shooting incident at an airport in Mexico, an investigation of a former British ambassador, record sales in a housing program, weather disasters in São Paulo, changes to transport fares, and a concerning plea for help from a police officer before his death.

Feb 23 • 17:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

A former police officer killed in Mexico was a drug lord who led a cartel with almost its own army

Significant unrest erupted in Mexico following the killing of a major drug cartel leader, resulting in the deaths of at least 25 National Guard soldiers.

Feb 23 • 17:06 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Bombay High Court Takes a Tough Stance on Dismissed Mumbai Police Officer Riyazuddin Qazi

The Bombay High Court has stated it will thoroughly review the dismissal of former Mumbai Police officer Riyazuddin Qazi, involved in the Antilia bomb threat case.

Feb 23 • 16:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Former civil police officer shot dead in Gravatá after armed chase in a public area; VIDEO

A former civil police officer named José Jailson Duarte was killed in Gravatá, Brazil, during an armed attack involving rifle gunfire.

Feb 23 • 14:01 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Unexpected Turns in the Biography of Mexico's Most Notorious Drug Baron: Started Career in the Police

The article discusses the violent aftermath following the death of a major Mexican drug baron, highlighting the former police officer's rise to infamy as the leader of a notorious cartel.

Feb 23 • 13:43 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

A police officer to the lawyer of the inspector who reported the former head of the National Police for rape: 'I am also a victim of the DAO'

A police officer has contacted the lawyer of an inspector who accused the former head of the National Police of rape, claiming she too is a victim of similar misconduct by the same individual.

Feb 23 • 12:38 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Former Police Officer Became Drug Lord 'El Mencho'... Wanted in America for Fentanyl Trafficking

Mexican security forces killed notorious drug lord 'El Mencho,' named Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, in a military operation, leading to a surge in violence across several states in Mexico.

Feb 23 • 03:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Who was El Mencho, the former police officer who co-founded an ultraviolent cartel in Mexico?

El Mencho, a notorious drug lord and former police officer, was killed by Mexican special forces, marking a significant moment in the fight against the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).

Feb 23 • 02:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Former city councilor and recently promoted police officer arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and execution in MS

A former city councilor and a recently promoted police officer have been arrested in Brazil on suspicion of involvement in attempted murder and execution cases.

Feb 22 • 19:19 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
Crime & Justice

Former police officer in Norrbotten charged with sexual assault against a minor

A former police officer in Norrbotten is facing charges for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor over the course of 2023 and 2024.

Feb 19 • 12:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Interior provides protection to the female officer who reported sexual assault against the former operational chief of the Police

The Spanish Interior Ministry has offered police protection to a female officer who accused former police chief José Ángel González Jiménez of sexual assault, a decision made after her lawyer requested safety measures for her.

Feb 19 • 11:44 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

All the details of the complaint of rape against the former chief of police: “Following the incident, several attempts to contact are made”

The former chief of the National Police of Spain resigns following a rape complaint from a female officer, prompting significant political repercussions and a government investigation.

Feb 19 • 04:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Interior Minister Claims They Were Informed of the Report at Six PM, but Investigates Whether the Circle of the Former Police Chief Covered Up the Rape Case

Spain's Interior Minister stated that he only learned of a police officer's rape accusation late Tuesday, as investigations commence into whether there was a cover-up by senior police officials.

Feb 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Andrew royal protection cops 'turned blind eye' in Epstein island visits

A former royal protection officer claims that Prince Andrew was allowed to visit Jeffrey Epstein's island multiple times without adequate oversight from the police.

Feb 18 • 13:02 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

Ex-cop granted bail over alleged stalking following neighbour dispute

Former Queensland police officer Ben Alexander Ephraim Dyball has been granted bail after facing charges related to stalking and harassment stemming from a neighbour dispute.

Feb 18 • 07:44 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

A judge investigates the former chief of the local police of Torrejón for sexual assault and workplace harassment against an officer and a janitor

A former police chief in Torrejón is under investigation for allegations of sexual assault and workplace harassment by a female officer and a janitor.

Feb 16 • 23:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Ex-husband and wife indicted by Civil Police for killing penal police officer in the Sertão of Paraíba

A former husband and wife have been indicted in connection with the murder of penal police officer Edivânia da Silva in the Sertão region of Paraíba, Brazil.

Feb 15 • 11:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

I worked for royals - Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and family member shared harsh nickname

A former royal police officer disclosed a harsh nickname given to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor while police investigate misconduct allegations against him.

Feb 14 • 15:30 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Crime & Justice

Former municipal police officer charged with beating a man to death in Michoacán

A former municipal police officer in Michoacán is facing charges of qualified homicide for allegedly beating a man to death while in police custody.

Feb 14 • 13:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Suffolk Strangler Steve Wright likely has victims abroad, former cop fears

A retired police officer believes the Suffolk Strangler Steve Wright may have committed murders abroad during his time on a cruise ship.

Feb 14 • 12:34 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Bid to strip Sarah Everard killer cop Wayne Couzens of pension he enjoys in jail

Ministers in the UK are preparing legislation to revoke the pension of Wayne Couzens, the former police officer convicted of murdering Sarah Everard, amidst public outrage over his continued financial benefits from his former job.

Feb 14 • 11:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Trial of former military police officer annulled after he threatened to cut the heads off the judge and jurors; video

A jury trial for former military police officer Eduardo José de Andrade was annulled after he threatened to behead the judge and jurors during a video conference.

Feb 13 • 19:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Former military police officer involved in kidnapping attempt of pharmacy owner in Rio Preto is arrested

A former military police officer has been arrested in connection with an attempted kidnapping of a pharmacy owner in São José do Rio Preto, Brazil, along with three other accomplices.

Feb 12 • 12:47 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Former police officer, who took bribes and leaked investigation information, caught in supplementary investigation by prosecutors

A former police officer and a broker have been indicted for taking bribes and leaking investigation information during a supplemental investigation by prosecutors.

Feb 12 • 11:09 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

Ex-police officer jailed for arson and possession of bestiality videos

Former NSW police officer Kritan Kutti has been sentenced to three-and-a-half years in prison for multiple offences, including arson and possession of illegal materials.

Feb 12 • 03:37 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Greens call for probe into decision to hold police funeral for paedophile cop

The Tasmanian Greens are demanding an inquiry into the decision to grant a full police funeral to former officer Paul Reynolds, who died by suicide following allegations of child sexual abuse.

Feb 11 • 23:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Police Officer and Lawyer Arrested on Suspicion of Obstructing Investigations; Former Mayor of Chácara Wanted

A police officer and a lawyer have been arrested in Brazil for allegedly obstructing criminal investigations, with a former mayor of Chácara also being sought by authorities.

Feb 11 • 21:55 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Thailand: 34 killed including 22 children in daycare

A shooting at a daycare center in Thailand by a former police officer resulted in the deaths of 34 individuals, including 22 children, raising concerns over safety in schools.

Feb 11 • 12:40 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Former NT police officer fined for drunken car crash outside Darwin home

James Kirstenfeldt, a former Northern Territory police officer, was fined and convicted for driving under the influence after crashing his car in front of his home in Darwin.

Feb 10 • 08:35 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Remains of former police officer missing since 2025 found in clandestine grave in Navolato

The remains of a former municipal police officer, Hendrika María 'N', were found in a clandestine grave in Navolato, Mexico, almost a year after her disappearance in March 2025.

Feb 9 • 14:05 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
Crime & Justice

Five police officers arrested on suspicion of abuse of office

Five officers from the State Police of the Riga regional department and one former officer have been arrested on suspicion of abusing their office for personal gain.

Feb 9 • 11:08 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Andres Anvelt remembers the late Koit Pikaro: he was the man who always brought his boys out from the fire!

Koit Pikaro, a brave and decisive police officer, has passed away, and former colleague Andres Anvelt recalls him as a mentor and role model.

Feb 7 • 10:55 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The legend of Estonian politics and police work, Koit Pikaro, has died

Koit Pikaro, a prominent figure in Estonian politics and former police officer, passed away at the age of 76, recognized for his contributions to the country's internal security and political development.

Feb 7 • 09:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Popular jury of ex-Federal Police officer accused of shooting at gas station customers postponed after attorney change five days before trial

The Paraná Court of Justice postponed the trial of former federal police officer Ronaldo Massuia Silva, who is accused of a shooting attack at a gas station in Curitiba, due to a change in his defense attorney just six days prior to the jury.

Feb 6 • 20:11 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

Prosecution against police chief dropped

The prosecution against a former high-ranking police officer accused of incitement to data breaches has been dropped due to a new assessment by the Police Authority regarding permissible checks during security assessments.

Feb 6 • 12:43 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Former Police Officer Fails to Change Jobs to CEO of Hi Rim, Reasons Behind it

A former police officer's attempt to transfer to the CEO position at Hi Rim Architecture was unsuccessful due to conflicts with regulations regarding post-retirement employment relations, raising questions about potential favoritism linked to previous support of a presidential spouse's events.

Feb 6 • 06:35 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Former Capitol Police officer running for Congress in different district than failed 2024 bid

Harry Dunn, a former U.S. Capitol Police officer, is running for Congress again in a new district after his previous campaign in 2024 was unsuccessful, invoking memories of the January 6 Capitol riot.

Feb 4 • 13:15 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

Crime in Merlo: a former police officer went out to buy cigarettes and was shot in the head

Julio César Reyes, a retired federal police officer, was shot and killed by robbers while retrieving cigarettes from his car in Merlo.

Feb 3 • 18:39 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Crime & Justice

The verdict against former police officer Marko Smažil who killed a student in Osijek has been overturned

The Croatian Supreme Court has overturned the initial verdict against Marko Smažil, a former police officer who shot and killed Osijek student Mihaela Berak in September 2023.

Feb 3 • 14:13 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

Former police officer known as 'God of Corruption' admits to inciting information leak from active officer

Masakatsu Dozawa, a former administrative scrivener and police officer, has admitted to instigating an information leak from an active officer, leading to his trial for violating local civil servant laws.

Feb 3 • 09:03 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Case of former parliamentary police officer: Prosecutor requests trial to be held behind closed doors

The prosecutor of the Mixed Jury Court of Athens requests that the trial of a former parliamentary police officer and his estranged wife, accused of sexually abusing their children, be held behind closed doors to protect the privacy of the involved parties and their children.

Feb 3 • 08:46 UTC

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