Monday briefing: What a new Guardian podcast reveals about the US justice system
The Guardian's new investigative podcast, 'Off Duty,' examines the controversial conviction of Alexander Villa for the murder of Chicago police officer Clifton Lewis, raising serious questions about the integrity of the judicial process.
Wife is accused of having her lover kill taxi driver, and family demands conviction: 'We want justice'
A Brazilian woman, Auana Sagica Ribeiro, is accused of orchestrating the murder of her husband, taxi driver Mário Araújo de Oliveira, with the help of her lover and his uncle.
The prosecutor demands ten years in prison for the sisters
Prosecutor Viktor Wetterö has called for a ten-year prison sentence for two sisters accused of attempted murder, while their defense argues that the evidence is insufficient for conviction.
'I was wrongly jailed for murder - Reggie Kray introduced me to real killer'
Paul Cleeland, who was imprisoned for a murder he claims he did not commit, alleges that Reggie Kray helped him meet one of the actual killers.
The nanny's lawyer wants to reopen the Knutby case
A lawyer is seeking to reopen one of Sweden's most notable criminal cases, aiming to overturn the murder conviction of the nanny involved in the 2004 Knutby incident.
Man committed a shocking murder in downtown Tampere - "Of course, he regrets it"
Terno Alkki Rikhard Hedman is appealing his murder conviction for shooting his pregnant partner in downtown Tampere, claiming it should be classified as manslaughter instead.
Man labeled as 'criminal' prays at the murder scene 40 years later, after being acquitted in retrial
A man wrongfully convicted of murder visits the site of the crime 40 years later to pray after being acquitted in a retrial.
Sergio Lapegüe broke down in tears during an interview about the murder of Kim Gómez: 'I couldn't'
Journalist Sergio Lapegüe became emotional during an interview regarding the conviction of the perpetrator behind Kim Gómez's murder, which involved a tragic car theft incident.
US police extort confession from a man for his father's murder while the dad was just on a long walk
A California man, Thomas Perez Jr., became the main suspect in an alleged murder case related to his missing father whom he reported to the police, after enduring a lengthy and intense interrogation.
What happens to Antônio Leopoldo after being convicted of the murder of Judge Alexandre Martins?
Retired Judge Antônio Leopoldo Teixeira was sentenced to 24 years in prison for his role in the murder of Judge Alexandre Martins in 2003, sparking discussions about Brazil's legal system and the implications of such a conviction.
Man accused of killing Montreal store owner previously convicted in fatal B.C. stabbing
A man has been charged with first-degree murder in the killing of a Montreal convenience store owner, having a prior conviction for a similar violent crime in British Columbia.
After the conviction, the delegate recalls the death of a police officer from PI in an operation in MA; 'the story remains alive'
Delegate Matheus Zanatta reflects on the conviction of Bruno Arcanjo for the murder of officer Marcelo Soares during a police operation in Maranhão.
Judge says no new trial for Laken Riley killer Jose Ibarra
A Georgia judge has denied Jose Ibarra's request for a new trial after his conviction for the murder of nursing student Laken Riley.
Judge says no new trial for Laken Riley killer Jose Ibarra
A Georgia judge has denied Jose Ibarra's motion for a new trial following his conviction for the murder of nursing student Laken Riley.
He was sentenced to death in Alabama for a crime he did not commit, but two days before the execution his sentence was commuted
Charles Burton, sentenced to death for a robbery-related murder he didn't commit, had his execution halted by Alabama Governor Kay Ivey two days before it was scheduled to occur.
Deputies and families pay tribute to Marielle in the Chamber and mention 'historic' conviction of murderers
Members of Congress and family of Marielle Franco pay tribute and celebrate the historic conviction of those responsible for her murder during a solemn session.
Death sentence commuted for man who was to be executed in the U.S. for a murder he did not commit
Charles 'Sonny' Burton, wrongly convicted of murder, has had his death sentence commuted by Alabama Governor Kay Ivey after evidence surfaced that he was not present during the crime.
Father of young woman from Sorocaba killed in ambush comments on conviction of defendants: 'Feeling of comfort'
The father of Beatriz Munhos, a young woman shot in an ambush in Sorocaba, expressed a bittersweet sense of comfort following the conviction of two of the four men charged with her murder.
Man who shot at car didn’t mean to kill Montreal teenager, his lawyer tells court
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.
Cold Case in Bavaria: New Trial Regarding Dead Girl in Manure Pit in Mid-May
A new trial for the suspected murderer of a girl, who was violently killed more than 32 years ago in Bavaria, is set to begin on May 18 after a successful appeal overturned the previous conviction.
One of accused in Abbotsford double homicide doesn’t meet bar for murder: Lawyer
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.
Family of murder victim appeal for information after wrongful conviction
The family of Diane Sindall, a murder victim from 1986, is seeking new information following the exoneration of the wrongly convicted man believed to be her killer.
Court upholds conviction of brothers accused of killing teenager in Rio Branco
The Court of Justice of Acre has upheld the convictions of Ruan Alves da Silva and Samuel Filho da Silva Ferreira for the murder of 16-year-old Andriel Oliveira da Silva.
Acquitted by clemency: family seeks conviction of husband for the murder of a teacher in RS for 15 years
Fifteen years after the death of teacher Cleusa Borges do Amaral, her family continues to seek justice amid unresolved legal challenges in Brazil.
Journalist Ram Chander Murder Case: Big Relief for Ram Rahim, HC Acquits
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has acquitted Gurmeet Ram Rahim in the 2002 murder case of journalist Ram Chander Chhatrapati, overturning the previous conviction.
Lucas Terra's Mother Celebrates Maintenance of Pastors' Conviction but Calls for Immediate Arrests: 'Massacre for Me'
Marion Terra, mother of teenager Lucas Terra, praised the Bahia court's decision to uphold the conviction of two pastors for her son's murder but demanded their immediate imprisonment.
Body Found in Luxurious Rental Cottage - One Murder Conviction
A Polish man has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of a Lithuanian man at a luxurious rental cottage in Raasepori, Finland.
Court upholds conviction of pastors for the death of Lucas Terra
The Bahia court has upheld the conviction of pastors Joel Miranda and Fernando Aparecido da Silva for the 2001 murder of 14-year-old Lucas Terra.
Justice upholds conviction of accused of killing and dismembering ex-girlfriend in Acre
The Court of Acre upheld the conviction of Juscelino Romeu de Almeida for the murder and concealment of the body of his ex-girlfriend, Rayres Ferreira, affirming a 32-year and six-month sentence for qualified homicide.
Man accused of killing young man during a 'rolezinho' is tried for the 2nd time in Rio Preto
A man is being retried for the murder of a 21-year-old during a social gathering in São José do Rio Preto, Brazil, after a prior conviction was annulled.
Former gamekeeper found guilty of shotgun murder to appeal against conviction
David Campbell, a former gamekeeper, plans to appeal his life sentence for the murder of his ex-colleague, Brian Low, which occurred in February 2024.
Judge erases conviction for Detroit man whom police coerced to confess to 1999 murder
A Detroit judge overturned the 1999 murder conviction of George Calicut Jr., acknowledging that his confession was coerced and that new DNA evidence undermines his guilt.
Cigarette Butt Solved 44-Year-Old Murder
The 1982 murder of 13-year-old Sarah Geer in California has been resolved with the conviction of James Unick after DNA evidence from a cigarette butt was linked to him.
Duke lacrosse false rape accuser Crystal Mangum released from prison after murder conviction: reports
Crystal Mangum, the woman who falsely accused three Duke lacrosse players of rape and later murdered her boyfriend, has been released from prison in North Carolina after serving a portion of her sentence.
Appeals ruling for the murder of Linea Bjørnnes
A 35-year-old man convicted of murdering 20-year-old Linea Bjørnnes in Stjørdal has announced plans to appeal his conviction to the Supreme Court of Norway.
35-year-old appeals conviction for Stjørdal murder to the Supreme Court
A 35-year-old man convicted of the murder of 20-year-old Linea Bjørnnes in Stjørdal has appealed his sentence to the Norwegian Supreme Court.
The 'reasonable doubt' of those who acquitted Stasi: 'Sempio innocent until proven otherwise'
A new book examines the controversial Garlasco murder case, particularly focusing on the acquittal and subsequent conviction of Alberto Stasi, and suggests the narrative around his innocence is still alive among some.
The conviction of the masterminds behind Marielle Franco's execution - The Subject #1667
The Supreme Federal Court of Brazil convicted the Brazão brothers for the 2018 murder of councilwoman Marielle Franco and driver Anderson Gomes after nearly eight years since the crime was committed.
The Marielle Franco case has already convicted 14 people and has pending lawsuits
The conviction of those involved in Marielle Franco's murder does not conclude all ongoing legal actions related to the case, with 14 people already found guilty and more trials expected.
Báez Sosa Case: One of the Rugby Players in Prison Requests Nullification of Sentence and a New Trial
Lucas Fidel Pertossi, one of the rugby players convicted in the murder of Fernando Báez Sosa, is seeking to nullify his conviction and undergo a new trial, claiming his defense was compromised by a shared legal strategy with co-defendants.
Conviction of the Brazão Brothers for the Murder of Marielle Reverberates in Foreign Media
The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court convicted brothers Chiquinho and Domingos Brazão to 76 years and 3 months in prison for planning the murder of city councilor Marielle Franco and her driver in Rio de Janeiro.
Conviction is a response to those who mocked my sister's death, says Anielle Franco
Anielle Franco stated that the conviction of those responsible for her sister's murder serves as a response to societal disrespect towards her sister's death.
After sentence annulled, former sergeant of the trisal has new jury set for killing teenager
The former sergeant of the Military Police, Erisson de Melo Nery, faces a new jury trial for the 2017 murder of a 13-year-old boy, after his previous conviction was annulled.
Pole convicted in Germany for a murder he did not commit? Minister Żurek responds
A Polish man, Piotr P., has been imprisoned for over 20 years for a murder he did not commit, as new evidence points to another individual being responsible for the crime.
It was scary: Decision document 3 cm thick, the daughter who sought retrial collapsed in tears
The Supreme Court of Japan has decided to allow a retrial for Hiroshi Sakihara, posthumously convicted of murder and robbery in the Hino Town case, leading to emotional reactions from the victim's family.
The Defendant Appeared Afraid in the Interrogation Room: Contradictory Confessions Still Resulted in Life Imprisonment
The Japanese Supreme Court has approved the retrial of Hiroshi Sakuhara, convicted of murder and robbery in the 1984 Hino Town case, despite inconsistencies in his confession and his perceived fear during meetings with his lawyer.
What kind of incident was the Hino Town incident and what were the decisive factors for the retrial? Five key points explained
The Hino Town incident, a murder case from 1984, is set for a retrial after new evidence surfaced, raising questions about the initial conviction and the lengthy judicial process.
Reopening of the 40-Year-Old Murder Case in Hino Town: Former Defendant Posthumously Expected to be Cleared of Charges
Japan's Supreme Court has granted a retrial for the 1984 Hino Town murder case, potentially exonerating the deceased former defendant.
Sister of the Victim: "He was treated like a leper, Adriatici as a hero. It has been years of suffering"
Bahija El Boussetaoui expresses her relief over the conviction of Massimo Adriatici, who killed her brother Younes, while emphasizing that justice requires prison time, not just monetary compensation.
PGR requests conviction of those accused of ordering the murders of Marielle and Anderson Gomes
The Brazilian Public Prosecutor's Office has requested the Supreme Court to convict five individuals charged with the murder of politician Marielle Franco and her driver, Anderson Gomes, in 2018.