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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man filmed and reported for sexual harassment on a Rio bus is indicted by the police

A man filmed engaged in sexual harassment on a bus in Rio de Janeiro has been indicted by police after identification by the victim.

Mar 17 • 21:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Lieutenant Colonel husband of deceased police officer convicted of abuse of authority against colleague: 'Goal to affect her dignity'

Lieutenant Colonel Geraldo Neto, husband of slain police officer Gisele Santana, has been convicted of moral harassment towards a subordinate officer, leading to a government compensation ruling in São Paulo.

Mar 17 • 03:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Lawyer for deceased police officer claims husband lieutenant has a 'threatening history' against ex-wives and female police officers and presents police reports

The lawyer representing the family of slain police officer Gisele Alves Santana has alleged her husband, Lieutenant Colonel Geraldo Leite Rosa Neto, has a history of threats against former partners and female colleagues.

Mar 16 • 20:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Mother of girl harassed by delegate gives details of the case: 'she is so innocent that she didn't know what it was'

The mother of a girl allegedly harassed by a police delegate in Brazil provided distressing details about the incident, highlighting the child's innocence and lack of understanding regarding the events that transpired.

Mar 16 • 15:49 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'My fair neighbor...' A youth entered the house of a Russian woman, the case reached the police

In Pune, India, a Russian dermatologists alleges that her neighbor has been harassing her for nearly a year, leading to a police report.

Mar 16 • 08:20 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

O. Pikul revealed a shocking follower message: considering contacting the police

O. Pikul shared a disturbing message from a follower on Instagram, filled with insults and threats, and is contemplating reporting it to the police.

Mar 15 • 10:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Comedian Tatá Mendonça says she suffered sexual harassment after a show in Franca, SP: 'My art is public, my dignity is not'

Comedian Tatá Mendonça reported an incident of sexual harassment that occurred after her stand-up performance in Franca, Brazil, emphasizing the need for respect for artists.

Mar 14 • 20:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man is arrested in flagrant suspect of sexual harassment inside a store in Cruz das Almas

A man was arrested in Cruz das Almas, Brazil, following a report of sexual harassment against a store owner.

Mar 14 • 15:31 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Blogger Targeted by STF Called to Testify to Federal Police and Decides to Remain Silent

Luís Pablo Conceição Almeida, a blogger investigated by the Brazilian Supreme Court for alleged harassment of Minister Flávio Dino, chose to remain silent during his testimony to the Federal Police.

Mar 13 • 21:54 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NANS slams police harassment of students, rent hike in Southwest

The National Association of Nigerian Students has condemned police harassment and rising accommodation costs affecting students in the Southwest region of Nigeria.

Mar 13 • 21:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Young woman who reported sexual harassment on a bus in Rio opens up after man's testimony: 'Let it not just be another case'

A young woman who reported sexual harassment on a bus in Rio de Janeiro expressed her feelings on social media after the accused, João Victor Raphael Freitas, gave testimony to the police.

Mar 13 • 16:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Mother discovers messages from 60-year-old school monitor to her child and reports suspected harassment in RS

A 60-year-old school monitor in Torres, Brazil, is under investigation for allegedly harassing a young student through text messages discovered by the girl's mother.

Mar 13 • 16:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man Dressed as a Clown Enters Classrooms at Ufal and is Reported for Harassment by Students

Students at the Federal University of Alagoas reported harassment incidents after a man dressed as a clown entered classrooms, prompting an investigation by the Civil Police.

Mar 13 • 15:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After allegations of harassment in the USA, fighter André Galvão speaks out, says he is willing to cooperate with authorities and that 'the truth will come to light'

Brazilian jiu-jitsu champion André Galvão has responded to allegations of sexual harassment made against him, expressing his willingness to cooperate with authorities and clarify the situation in a social media video.

Mar 13 • 14:33 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Crime & Justice

The terror in Kopli continues after the show! Jekaterina: supportive comments from people give strength

A woman named Jekaterina recounts her ongoing harassment by her ex-friend's partner, which has persisted even after she appeared on a talk show.

Mar 13 • 13:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Civil Police investigates resident of SP for attacks on social media against the first lady of DF

The Civil Police of Piracicaba is investigating a man for virtual attacks against the first lady of the Federal District.

Mar 13 • 13:08 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Crime & Justice

The tennis player was terrified by a gun and specific threats. They wanted a loss, the family was guarded by the police

Tennis player Panna Udvardy faced serious threats against her and her family, which prompted police protection after she revealed these on social media.

Mar 13 • 05:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Student arrested suspected of selling photos showing penis to female university students; images were recorded without consent

A 22-year-old student in São Paulo was arrested for allegedly selling unauthorized photos of female classmates while they slept.

Mar 12 • 19:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Priest denounces nudity in front of church in Fortaleza: 'It looks like they are at a nudist beach'

A priest in Fortaleza has reported incidents of public nudity and sexual harassment occurring near his church, prompting police investigation.

Mar 12 • 18:34 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The National Court investigates a case of embezzlement and harassment by the Police at the Embassy in Kenya

The National Court of Spain is investigating allegations of embezzlement and workplace harassment involving a police chief at the Spanish Embassy in Kenya.

Mar 12 • 17:28 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Marlaska and the new chief of police demand exemplary behavior following sexual harassment scandals

The Spanish Interior Minister and the new deputy chief of the National Police emphasize a commitment to exemplary behavior in the wake of sexual harassment scandals within the institution.

Mar 12 • 11:21 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

A man in Kaunas harassed women and then fought with another man

A 1993-born man was arrested in Kaunas for harassing two women and later engaging in a fight with another man.

Mar 12 • 10:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Woman throws bucket at man to defend herself from forced kiss in Terra Santa; suspect arrested

A man was arrested in Terra Santa, Brazil, suspected of sexual harassment after attempting to force a kiss on a woman who defended herself by throwing a bucket at him.

Mar 11 • 19:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Police investigates the dissemination of photos of young women in a group with sexual content on the internet

The police are investigating a case involving the sharing of sexualized images of young women within a large online group in Brazil, leading to multiple victims coming forward.

Mar 11 • 14:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Suspect of sharing false intimate images of women on the internet arrested in Bahia

A man suspected of harassment and sharing false intimate images of women was arrested in Feira de Santana, Bahia during a police operation.

Mar 11 • 13:21 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Sexual assault on the street: she was riding a bicycle and a motorist groped her

A woman was groped by a motorist while riding her bicycle in Morón, Argentina, leading to a police investigation.

Mar 11 • 11:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

MP will ask that fans who harassed doctor perform services in police barracks during football matches

A Brazilian prosecutor announced plans to impose harsher penalties on football fans who sexually harassed a female doctor during a match in Ribeirão Preto.

Mar 11 • 03:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Delegate reports embarrassment during meeting with Maranhão security secretary; he denies accusations

A delegate from Maranhão's Civil Police reported being embarrassed during meetings with the state's Secretary of Public Security, who has denied the accusations.

Mar 10 • 23:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Professional LOL player is investigated for vulnerable rape, pornography dissemination, and sexual harassment; see prints

Professional League of Legends player Alexandre 'TitaN' Lima is under investigation by the São Paulo Civil Police for multiple serious allegations, including rape of a vulnerable person, dissemination of pornography, and sexual harassment.

Mar 10 • 22:55 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Pedro II School creates policy against harassment after rape case involving students in Rio

Pedro II School in Rio de Janeiro has established a new policy to combat harassment and discrimination following a police investigation linked to a rape case involving students.

Mar 10 • 21:56 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Disciplinary Action Against Police Superintendent Involved in Bullying of Over 100 Subordinates Recognized by Tokyo Metropolitan Police

A police superintendent in Japan has been disciplined for creating a hostile work environment, recognized as harassment, affecting over 100 subordinates.

Mar 9 • 21:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Dancer girls create a ruckus after drinking alcohol... A troubled neighbor woman seeks police help

A woman in Jhansi claims her neighbors, who work in an orchestra, have been causing disturbances and threatening her.

Mar 7 • 07:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Hospital employee reports being harassed by colleague in Goiânia

A hospital employee in Goiânia has reported harassment by a colleague, leading to the colleague's arrest.

Mar 6 • 17:56 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
Crime & Justice

Deputy Municipal Councilor in Övertorneå Investigated for Sexual Harassment of Students

A police investigation is underway regarding allegations of sexual harassment against Henry Barsk, deputy councilor in Övertorneå, Sweden.

Mar 6 • 13:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Teacher arrested in flagrante for sexual harassment against staff member at school

A teacher was arrested in Cascavel, Brazil, for sexually harassing a school staff member.

Mar 5 • 22:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man suspected of sexual harassment tells police he 'accidentally bumped' into a 14-year-old girl

A 48-year-old man accused of sexually harassing a 14-year-old girl in Sorocaba claimed to have accidentally touched her while shopping in a supermarket.

Mar 5 • 20:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Piauí recorded two vulnerable rapes against women per day in 2025; cases increase by 7.4%

In 2025, Piauí reported a significant increase in cases of sexual violence against women, with an average of two cases of vulnerable rapes occurring daily.

Mar 4 • 23:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man who masturbated on motorcycle in Ipatinga avenue is arrested for sexual harassment

A man was arrested in Ipatinga, Brazil, for performing sexual acts on a motorcycle in public.

Mar 4 • 23:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

VIDEO: police investigate man for sexual harassment against 14-year-old neighbor in Sorocaba

Police in Sorocaba, Brazil, are investigating a 48-year-old man for sexual harassment of a 14-year-old girl, with the incident recorded on security cameras in a local supermarket.

Mar 4 • 19:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Duo that assaulted man confused mental disorder with sexual harassment against a child, says police

Police report that the assault on a 60-year-old man was due to a misunderstanding by the attackers, who mistook his involuntary actions as child harassment.

Mar 4 • 13:39 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

The Commissioner of Spain tried to make his subordinate hide the harassment: 'Don't tell tales, you are the one who generates anxiety'

A police commissioner in Spain has been accused of attempting to coerce a subordinate into hiding harassment claims against him, revealing a troubling dynamic in the workplace.

Mar 4 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

How hidden notes in bags exposed a case of sexual harassment on a bus in SC

Women and adolescents in Criciúma, Brazil, have reported finding anonymous sexual notes hidden in their bags, prompting a police investigation into sexual harassment.

Mar 3 • 20:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

BH councilwoman receives death threats; police identify suspect

A councilwoman in Belo Horizonte received death threats via email, prompting police to identify a suspect.

Mar 3 • 18:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Youth Secretary is removed after allegations of harassment and rape in Campo Grande

The Youth Secretary of Campo Grande, Paulo Cesar Lands Filho, has been removed from his position following allegations of sexual harassment and rape, which are currently under investigation by the police.

Mar 3 • 12:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Marlaska appoints a woman to head the Lleida Police Station after sexual harassment cases in the Police

Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska has appointed María Pilar Callejero Cornao as the head of the Lleida Police Station, marking a response to recent sexual harassment scandals within the National Police.

Mar 3 • 12:17 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

Dr. Pinto refuses to appeal the acquittal of López Madrid for hiring Villarejo to harass her

Dr. Elisa Pinto will not appeal the acquittal of businessman Javier López Madrid, who was accused of hiring a police commissioner to harass her.

Mar 3 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man arrested for sexual harassment after sending 90 letters threatening a public servant in the interior of SP

A 55-year-old man was arrested in São Paulo for sending numerous threatening letters to a public servant, leading to charges of sexual harassment and other offenses.

Mar 2 • 20:58 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A Commissioner on the Other Side of the Red Lines

The article discusses the scandal involving Commissioner Emilio de la Calle, who was recorded harassing a subordinate, highlighting ongoing issues of misconduct within the Spanish National Police.

Mar 1 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Interior Ministry opened and shelved an investigation in 2020 in Barcelona against the commissioner accused of harassment in India

Spain's Interior Ministry opened and subsequently closed an investigation into Police Commissioner Emilio de la Calle in 2020 due to lack of evidence about alleged abusive behavior.

Feb 28 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

The Haifa Police Station Commander is a Police Officer Suspected of Indecent Acts and Engaging in Sexual Relations with Policewomen

A senior police officer, who is the commander of the Haifa police station, is under investigation for alleged indecent behavior and misconduct involving female police officers.

Feb 27 • 08:02 UTC

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