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🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

The 14-Year-Old Was Going to Kill Again - See the Police's Photos

A trial is underway in Norrköping against youths suspected of a crime, with evidence including photos and videos from their phones and surveillance cameras.

Feb 28 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

Trial for Kim Gómez: 23 years in prison requested for the accused of the girl's murder

The prosecutor has requested a 23-year prison sentence for the accused in the murder case of 8-year-old Kim Gómez after a fatal incident during a robbery attempt.

Feb 27 • 21:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Alleged murderer 'competent for trial' after removing eyes and bit of own tongue

Robert Brandon Keller has been deemed competent to stand trial for alleged murder after a disturbing incident of self-mutilation.

Feb 27 • 14:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Accused of paying for a spell and hearing a proposal to kill her ex-husband's current partner is judged this Friday in SC

A woman in Brazil is on trial for her involvement in the attempted murder of her ex-husband's current partner after seeking a fortune teller's help for reconciliation.

Feb 27 • 11:49 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Togo: the defense pleads for acquittal in the appeal trial regarding the death of Colonel Bitala Madjoulba in 2020

In Togo, the defense has argued for the acquittal of defendants in the appeal trial concerning the 2020 murder of Colonel Bitala Madjoulba, while the prosecution seeks long prison sentences.

Feb 27 • 08:16 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Crime & Justice

Man charged with murder in Hamar to be held in custody until trial in May

A man accused of the murder of Heidi Sagen in Hamar will be held in custody for ten weeks, having admitted to the crime.

Feb 27 • 07:57 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

Murder of Matisse: the mother of the murderer judged in turn

The mother of a teenager convicted of murdering Matisse is facing trial for allegedly also attacking the victim.

Feb 27 • 06:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Yasmin Macêdo Case: Trial of the Accused for the Influencer's Death Set for August in Belém

The trial of Lucas Magalhães, accused of murdering digital influencer Yasmin Macêdo, is scheduled for August 25 in Belém, Brazil.

Feb 26 • 23:13 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

US: Trial begins in New York against Pakistani national for plotting the murder of Trump

A trial has commenced in New York against Pakistani national Asif Merchant for allegedly conspiring to commit political murders, including that of Donald Trump.

Feb 26 • 20:55 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Murder Trial Against 19-Year-Old: 15-Year-Old Stabbed – Prosecution Calls for Long Juvenile Sentence

A 19-year-old woman is facing a lengthy juvenile sentence for the murder of a 15-year-old, as prosecutors demand 14 to 15 years in prison, while the defense argues for a much lighter sentence.

Feb 26 • 16:36 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
Crime & Justice

Judge delivering final instructions in Moncton double-murder trial

Jury deliberations are set to begin in the first-degree murder trial of Janson Bryan Baker, accused of killing a couple in New Brunswick in 2019.

Feb 26 • 16:20 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Spectacle Judgement of the Symbolic Murder of Poet Wislawa Szymborska

A performance art piece titled 'Projeto Wislawa' explores the symbolic trial of the late Polish poet Wislawa Szymborska, examining the themes of violence and intolerance in contemporary society.

Feb 26 • 14:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

Suspected triple murderer: In town for drugs

A 21-year-old man is on trial for allegedly shooting two teenage boys and a 20-year-old man at a hair salon in Uppsala last year, although he denies the charges, claiming he was in Uppsala for drug dealings.

Feb 26 • 12:39 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Murder of G. Lygeridis: Tensions and counter-arguments in court

The trial for the murder of Giorgos Lygeridis continues with escalating tensions and confrontations in the courtroom over the defense's comments.

Feb 26 • 11:25 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

A teenager accused of murdering a classmate in Žvėrynas - no need to attend the courtroom: the case is not public

A teenager is on trial for the murder of his classmate in Žvėrynas, with proceedings held privately due to the accused's age.

Feb 26 • 11:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Fake doctor who faked his own death goes to trial for the death of a patient in Sorocaba

Fernando Henrique Dardis, a fake doctor, is on trial for the murder of patient Helena Rodrigues, after having previously faked his own death to escape legal consequences.

Feb 26 • 11:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Accused of killing and setting fire to bodies of mother and daughter in Laranjal Paulista goes to trial this Thursday

A trial is set for Thursday in Laranjal Paulista for Marcos Moura Elias, accused of murdering and burning the bodies of a 15-year-old mother and her one-year-old daughter.

Feb 26 • 10:05 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

Indictment: Engineer, 35, killed a woman in Helsinki – IL follows the trial

A 35-year-old engineer is charged with the murder of a 46-year-old woman in Helsinki, as her death reveals disturbing details about their relationship.

Feb 26 • 06:38 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
Crime & Justice

Accused killer Greg Lynn seeks bail to live with son as lawyers apply for permanent stay in case

Greg Lynn, accused of murdering a camper, is seeking bail to live with his son while his lawyers pursue a permanent stay in his case before a new trial.

Feb 26 • 04:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Man accused of killing ex-wife with shots to the head for not accepting the end of the relationship goes to jury trial

A man stands trial for the murder of his ex-wife, whom he allegedly shot in the head after the couple ended their relationship.

Feb 25 • 22:33 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

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.

Feb 25 • 20:20 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

One of the convicts in the murder of Fernando Báez Sosa requested nullification of the sentence and a new trial

Lucas Pertossi, convicted in the murder case of Fernando Báez Sosa, has requested the nullification of his sentence and a new trial.

Feb 25 • 19:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

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.

Feb 25 • 16:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Alleged killer 'faked GTA gaming livestream after stabbing pregnant girlfriend'

A man accused of murdering his pregnant girlfriend allegedly staged a fake gaming livestream to provide an alibi during the trial.

Feb 25 • 15:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Psychologist on trial in Recife for the murder of ex-girlfriend with a gunshot to the face in an apartment

A psychologist is being tried for the murder of his ex-girlfriend, who was shot in the face, in Recife, Brazil.

Feb 25 • 14:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man accused of killing ex-partner and sending messages from her cell phone to her family goes on trial in Passos

Lenniker Gabriel dos Santos Oliveira is on trial for allegedly murdering his ex-partner and using her cellphone to mislead her family and the police.

Feb 25 • 13:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Marielle's Mother Falls Ill on 2nd Day of Trial at the STF

Marinete da Silva, mother of Marielle Franco, fell ill during the second day of the trial regarding the murder of her daughter and driver Anderson Gomes.

Feb 25 • 12:59 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
Crime & Justice

Trial begins of Brazil politicians accused of ordering lawmakers murder

The trial has commenced for Brazilian politicians who are accused of orchestrating the murder of lawmakers, raising significant legal and political implications.

Feb 25 • 12:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

First Group of the STF begins second day of the trial of the Marielle case

The First Group of Brazil's Federal Supreme Court has commenced the second day of trial for those accused of instigating the murder of former councilor Marielle Franco and her driver Anderson Gomes.

Feb 25 • 12:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: BDP of Wednesday, February 25, 2026

A summary of the main news topics including a vote on the trial of those accused in the Marielle Franco murder case, recent rainfall fatalities in Minas Gerais, and various criminal issues in Brazil.

Feb 25 • 12:07 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

STF judges those accused of ordering Marielle's murder; watch live

The Supreme Federal Court of Brazil is set to announce its verdict in the trial concerning the murder of councilwoman Marielle Franco.

Feb 25 • 12:06 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
Crime & Justice

The appeal after the Jonas murder is up for trial in March

The appeal regarding the murder of Jonas Aarseth Henriksen will be heard by the Borgarting Court of Appeal starting March 17, 2025.

Feb 25 • 10:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Brazil has an obligation to show that the State reaches those who order crimes,' says Anderson's widow in the trial of those accused of ordering Marielle's murder

The trial of those accused of ordering the murder of Marielle Franco commenced, with her family and Anderson Gomes's widow emphasizing the need for justice and accountability from the state.

Feb 25 • 00:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Marielle Case: First Day of Trial in the STF Ends with Condemnation Request and Defense Statements

The trial concerning the murder of councilwoman Marielle Franco and driver Anderson Gomes began in Brazil's Supreme Court, with the prosecution seeking condemnation while the defense pleaded for acquittal.

Feb 24 • 22:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Prosecutor wants a jury trial for those accused of involvement in the death of a businessman who disappeared after a business meeting in SP

Brazilian prosecutors are pushing for a jury trial for seven individuals linked to the disappearance and murder of businessman Nelson Carreira Filho, who vanished after a meeting in Cravinhos, SP, in May 2025.

Feb 24 • 22:33 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Trial of accused in the death of Mother Bernadete is postponed in Bahia

The trial of two individuals accused of murdering quilombola leader Maria Bernadete Pacífico Moreira, known as Mother Bernadete, has been postponed to April 13 in Salvador, Brazil.

Feb 24 • 21:56 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Husband recounts brutal attack on his wife in cold case murder

The cold case trial of Irma Palasics's murder has revealed harrowing testimony from her husband, who recounts the events surrounding her violent death during a home invasion in 1999.

Feb 24 • 19:41 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Brazil’s supreme court begins trial of politicians in murder of Rio councilwoman

Brazil's supreme court has commenced the trial of politicians accused of orchestrating the assassination of councilwoman Marielle Franco in 2018, a case highlighting the intersection of politics and organized crime in Rio de Janeiro.

Feb 24 • 18:35 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
Crime & Justice

Quebec father who drowned kids in 2022 wraps testimony at his murder trial

Kamaljit Arora, who admitted to drowning two of his children in 2022, concluded his testimony at his murder trial in Laval, Quebec.

Feb 24 • 18:23 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Daughter of former police chief in RJ, accused in Marielle case, seeks responsible analysis of evidence and believes in acquittal

The daughter of Rivaldo Barbosa, a former police chief and defendant in the Marielle Franco murder case, expresses hope for her father's acquittal during the trial that began in Brazil's Supreme Court.

Feb 24 • 17:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

Streamer killed his pregnant girlfriend and faked a live broadcast as an alibi

In Northern Ireland, a streamer is on trial for the murder of his pregnant girlfriend, having allegedly faked a live broadcast to provide himself with an alibi.

Feb 24 • 16:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Pregnant woman found next to 'dog bowl of blood', murder trial hears

A police officer testified in court about finding the pregnant body of Natalie McNally next to a bowl of blood during a murder trial.

Feb 24 • 15:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Marielle Case: First Panel Begins Judging Those Accused of Ordering the Murder of Councilwoman

The First Panel of the Federal Supreme Court in Brazil began the trial of those accused of orchestrating the murder of councilwoman Marielle Franco.

Feb 24 • 12:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Marielle's family demands exemplary punishment and says judgment at STF is a response to democracy

The family of Marielle Franco attends the Supreme Court for the trial of those accused of orchestrating her murder, emphasizing its importance for justice and democracy in Brazil.

Feb 24 • 11:53 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

The murdered probation officer's wife called out "Iizuka-kun" in court, to which the defendant...

In a trial regarding the murder of probation officer Hiroshi Shinjo, his wife addressed the accused, Kohei Iizuka, in court, expressing deep pain and disappointment.

Feb 24 • 11:30 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Regeni Murder, Consultant Appointed for the Defense. Possible Verdict in Summer. 'We Are Confident'

A possible verdict regarding the four Egyptian intelligence officers accused of abducting and murdering Italian researcher Giulio Regeni is anticipated this summer, with the trial resuming after a suspension.

Feb 24 • 10:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Daily Summary #1872: Severe Weather Leaves Dead in Juiz de Fora, MG; Gilmar Mendes Orders Suspension of 'Perks'; STF Begins Trial of Those Accused of Ordering Marielle Franco's Murder

Severe weather in Juiz de Fora, MG, has resulted in fatalities and homelessness, prompting the local government to declare a state of calamity.

Feb 24 • 10:39 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Accused of Ordering the Murder of Mother Bernadete Go to Jury Trial in Bahia

Two men accused of ordering and carrying out the murder of Brazilian quilombola leader Mãe Bernadete will face trial in Salvador.

Feb 24 • 10:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The murder of Marielle cannot go unpunished, says Anielle about the trial at the Supreme Court

Anielle Franco insists that her sister Marielle's murder must not go unpunished as the Supreme Court trial begins.

Feb 24 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Understand how the trial of the Marielle case will be and how the crime occurred, according to investigations

The Supreme Federal Court of Brazil begins trial proceedings for those accused of orchestrating the murder of councilwoman Marielle Franco.

Feb 24 • 09:00 UTC

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