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The lawyer for a man charged in the Montreal drive-by shooting of a teenager argues for a manslaughter conviction instead of murder, asserting that the shooting was unintended.

The defence in Frank Stronach's sexual assault trial in Canada is planning to call additional witnesses after starting its case last week.

Allan Legere, a famous serial killer known for his crimes in New Brunswick, has passed away while serving his life sentence in prison.

The UN has opened a session on gender equality, highlighting the need for stronger access to justice for women and girls globally.

The trial for three men charged with the murder of an Abbotsford couple continues, with one defendant's lawyer arguing that the evidence does not support a murder conviction despite some level of involvement.

A Hamilton man faces charges for threatening Ontario Premier Doug Ford, marking the second such incident within a week.

One suspect involved in a murder case from January in Vaughan, Ontario has been arrested, while police continue to search for a second suspect.

U.S. Justice Department reaches a tentative settlement with Live Nation over allegations of monopolistic practices, aimed at lowering ticket prices for consumers.

The Manitoba RCMP announced a significant drug bust amounting to over $1.5 million, disrupting a major interprovincial trafficking network.

The RCMP has identified Melissa Price, a 39-year-old woman found dead in a garbage bin in Moncton, treating her death as a homicide investigation.

A woman was arrested after firing multiple shots at Rihanna's home in Beverly Hills using an AR-15-style rifle, while the singer was inside.

A Lithuanian court is set to begin hearings on a terrorism-related case involving incendiary devices sent through DHL and DPD.

Three youths in Winnipeg were arrested for robbing a pizza delivery man at gunpoint, with police responding swiftly to apprehend the suspects.

This International Women’s Day is marked by new challenges and a delicate global context that requires not just the advancement of women's rights, but also resistance to regression.

The mother of murder victim Taig Savage expresses frustration over ongoing delays in the trial of the suspects four years after her son’s death.

A prosecutor has presented a circumstantial evidence case against three young men accused of murdering a couple in Abbotsford, B.C., in 2022.

Authorities have charged Ivan Miller with aggravated murder for the killings of three women in Utah, including two hikers and a woman found in her home.

The B.C. government is set to announce the expansion of police training academies to better meet the needs of municipal police departments.

A 40-year-old man from Toronto has been charged with fraud related to an alleged multimillion-dollar investment scam.

Five men, including the shooting victim, have been charged with obstruction in relation to a shooting incident in Dartmouth, Canada.

Durham Regional Police have charged eight individuals and are searching for five others in connection with a multi-million dollar fraud scheme tied to a commercial cleaning business in Ontario.

A 20-year-old man has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder in the fatal shooting of a 15-year-old boy in Toronto last year.

The U.S. Justice Department released additional documents relating to Jeffrey Epstein that include unverified allegations made against Donald Trump.

Lawyers are preparing to present legal arguments in the sexual assault trial of billionaire Frank Stronach after prosecutors concluded their evidence.

Quebec Cardinal Marc Ouellet is suing Paméla Groleau for defamation, with more witnesses testifying in a civil trial related to her allegations of sexual misconduct against him.

President Museveni urged global leaders to prioritize justice and wealth during an Iftar dinner, emphasizing the need for dialogue to resolve global conflicts.

Police investigations in a small Swedish town have uncovered an international drug trafficking network leading to simultaneous arrests in several countries.

Europol and Swedish police have arrested 13 individuals in Sweden as part of a major operation against a global drug trafficking network known as 'Candy'.

A Winnipeg jury found Jamie Felix guilty of five counts of second-degree murder, leading to chaotic scenes in court as he resisted sheriffs after the verdict was delivered.

A Winnipeg man has been convicted of five counts of second-degree murder for a shooting incident that killed five people at a drug house.

A Maple Ridge man has been charged with second-degree murder following the discovery of the remains of a missing woman he lived with.

Four siblings are suing Michael Jackson's estate, accusing him of child sex trafficking and abuse during their childhood.

Bryan Fuentes Gramajo, a fugitive linked to a deadly shooting at Yorkdale mall, was arrested in Montreal and faces first-degree murder charges.

Police in Saint John, N.B., arrested a 69-year-old man related to a resident of a seniors home for sexually assaulting 15 people there.

Latvian police have initiated a criminal investigation into a major phishing scheme that resulted in losses exceeding 317,600 euros for local companies.

The trial of Iain Hunt, accused of disposing of his wife Trina Hunt's body, has been postponed until October 2027, leaving her family frustrated and questioning if justice will ever be served.

Pam Bondi has been subpoenaed by the U.S. House Oversight Committee to provide testimony regarding the Justice Department's management of documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.

A friend of a complainant testified about a past conversation regarding alleged sexual assault by Frank Stronach during his ongoing trial.

The family of a missing woman from Mississauga, Ontario is seeking justice as police classify her disappearance as a homicide.

Activists erected memorial plaques for Virginia Giuffre in a protest at Buckingham Palace, calling for justice for sexual abuse victims.

A former Surrey, B.C. jewelry store employee recounted her harrowing experience during a botched robbery in which she pleaded for her life against the suspects.

A security guard in Winnipeg has been charged with assault after using brass knuckles on a suspected shoplifter, as seen in a viral video.

A lawyer for Frank Stronach is cross-examining the final complainant in his sexual assault case about her past consultations with lawyers before reporting to the police.

Elijah Blue Allman, son of Cher, faces his second arrest in three days after being accused of breaking into a New Hampshire home.

The trial of Jamie Felix revolves around whether he acted out of paranoia from substance abuse or was a victim of a frame-up in the shooting deaths of five individuals in Winnipeg.

Three foreign nationals have been charged following a series of related shootings and extortion incidents in British Columbia and Alberta.

Janson Baker has been convicted of first-degree murder for the 2019 killing of a senior couple in New Brunswick.

Svetlana Dali, a notorious stowaway, was arrested after attempting to sneak onto a flight from New Jersey to Milan, having previously been caught for the same offense in 2024.

A Winnipeg man faces charges for allegedly posting threats against Prime Minister Mark Carney and inciting hatred towards the Jewish and Muslim communities on X.

Two women in Winnipeg have been charged with abduction and assault following the issuance of an Amber Alert related to a two-year-old child who was taken but later found safe.