Man sentenced to 25 years in prison for neglect and sexual abuse of a woman
A man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for sexual abuse against a minor and a woman in Latvia.
With more officers on the street, minor crimes in focus
A 21-year-old Bulgarian woman was arrested after stealing a backpack from a tourist, and a 36-year-old Sri Lankan was caught shoplifting at a Sephora store in Milan, as local police ramped up their presence to tackle minor crimes.
Congress approves the law punishing repeat offenses of minor crimes
The Congress of Spain has passed a law that penalizes individuals who repeatedly commit minor offenses, reflecting a rare political alignment among major parties.
Latest news on political developments, live | Congress approves law punishing multiple recidivism of minor offenses
The Spanish Congress has approved a law aimed at punishing repeat offenses of minor crimes, supported mostly by right-wing parties and the PSOE, amidst criticism from leftist groups.
Elderly People in Japan Commit Minor Crimes for Shelter
In Japan, there is an increasing number of elderly individuals committing petty crimes to secure shelter, food, and medical care in prisons, with 13.5% of inmates being over the age of 65 as of 2024.
Prisons as Residences for Low-Income Elderly in Japan
In Japan, a country with one of the highest life expectancies, 13% of inmates are elderly, many of whom commit minor crimes to secure shelter and food while in prison, leading to prisons adapting to better serve this age group and prioritize social reintegration.
Another girl with her mother when Högni was apprehended
Högni Kjartan has been in custody in Colombia since December 23, suspected of sexual crimes against a 16-year-old girl, and was with another minor during his arrest.