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Crime & Justice

Inmate dies after being found unconscious in cell at Ceresp in Ipatinga

A 43-year-old inmate died after being found unconscious in a cell at the Ceresp in Ipatinga, Brazil.

Mar 22 • 17:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Jeffrey Epstein guards shown wandering just feet from prison cell

CCTV footage reveals prison guards near Jeffrey Epstein's cell moments before his death, raising questions about their vigilance.

Mar 22 • 14:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

From death to prison: chronology of the case of the police officer shot in the head and the messages that revealed control and threats

The article outlines the timeline of the investigation into the murder of police officer Gisele Alves Santana, which shifted from a suicide ruling to a feminicide investigation resulting in her husband's arrest.

Mar 22 • 03:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Devices and sabotage to increase pressure on Cospito: what's behind the death of the anarchists

The article discusses the preparation for a demonstration attack intended to increase pressure on the Italian anarchist Alfredo Cospito, who is facing a decision on his tough prison conditions.

Mar 21 • 00:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

At least three crimes were orchestrated inside prisons in Bahia in one week

At least three crimes against women were orchestrated inside prisons in Bahia last week, resulting in a teenager's death and two traumatized victims.

Mar 20 • 22:44 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Man sentenced to 34 years in prison for the disappearance and death of a young woman in Tabacundo

Jefferson Armando G. Ch. has been sentenced to 34 years and 8 months for the involuntary disappearance leading to the death of 21-year-old Estefany Anahí A. P. in Tabacundo, Ecuador.

Mar 20 • 21:44 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Sentenced in Peru is Vladimiro Montesinos, the former advisor to Alberto Fujimori, for the death of a journalist

Vladimiro Montesinos has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the murder of journalist Melissa Alfaro in 1991.

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

Doctor Reported Risk of Death for Bolsonaro on Day of Transfer to Hospital

A medical report indicated that former President Jair Bolsonaro faced a risk of death, prompting his transfer to a hospital for treatment.

Mar 20 • 16:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Valet claimed self-defense in trial that convicted him for killing beaten neighbor: 'I was afraid for my life'; VIDEO

A valet in Brazil was sentenced to 14 years in prison for the death of his neighbor, which he claims was an act of self-defense during their encounter.

Mar 20 • 15:59 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

Death of Yvan Colonna: the prosecution calls for a trial for murder in connection with a terrorist organization

The French prosecution has called for a trial for murder against Franck Elong Abé in relation to the death of Corsican militant Yvan Colonna, who was killed in a French prison in 2022.

Mar 20 • 14:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

After being acquitted in annulled trial, woman is sentenced to 26 years in prison for husband's death in SC

Camila Fernanda Franca Pereira has been sentenced to 26 years in prison for the murder of her husband, Gustavo Alberto Sagaz, in a case that has gone through multiple judicial proceedings.

Mar 20 • 14:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Florida: a Mexican teenager dies in prison, detained in an ICE center

A 19-year-old Mexican migrant died in a Florida county jail housing detained immigrants, reportedly by suicide, marking the 46th death in ICE custody under the Trump administration.

Mar 20 • 11:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Valet is sentenced to 14 years in prison for assaults that caused neighbor's death in Ribeirão Preto

A valet named Sérgio Salomão Bernardes has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for the assault that led to the death of his neighbor, Júlio César da Silva, in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil.

Mar 20 • 00:35 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

Four police officers sentenced for chasing a young man and failing to help him when he jumped into the river where he drowned

Four members of the Rapid Intervention Group (GIR) of the Corrientes Police were sentenced to ten years in prison for their involvement in the death of Lautaro Rosé, who drowned in the Paraná River following a gun chase in November 2021.

Mar 19 • 19:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

BREAKING: Mum and dad who let five-stone daughter die in 'most inhumane way' are jailed

The parents of Steffie Davies, who died due to extreme neglect, have been sentenced to eight years in prison for their role in her death.

Mar 19 • 11:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Killer butchered wife and children then cut out own eyes and ate one in sick prison protest

Andre Thomas, who gruesomely murdered his ex-wife and her two children, engaged in a shocking act of self-mutilation while on death row as a form of protest over his mental health evaluations.

Mar 19 • 05:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

The brothers accused of the death of Francisca Cadenas transferred to an isolation module for fear of attacks

Two brothers accused of violently murdering their neighbor, Francisca Cadenas, have been moved to isolation in prison due to fears of retaliation from other inmates.

Mar 18 • 16:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Justice condemns mother and stepfather to over 27 years in prison for the death of Dylan Taylor

A Brazilian court has sentenced the mother and stepfather of 3-year-old Dylan Taylor to over 27 years in prison for his murder.

Mar 18 • 14:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Drunk driver who hit and killed 2-year-old child is sentenced to over 15 years in prison in Montes Claros

A drunk driver has been sentenced to over 15 years in prison for hitting and killing a 2-year-old girl in Montes Claros, Brazil.

Mar 18 • 11:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

TV star paedophile John Alford's death in jail after child sex crimes: latest updates

Former TV star John Alford, convicted of child sex crimes, has died in prison shortly after beginning his sentence.

Mar 17 • 19:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Alice case: girl was shot to death after a collision between the criminals' car and the family's car, in Serra; order came from prison

The investigation into the shooting death of 6-year-old Alice Rodrigues, which occurred during a violent attack linked to organized crime, has concluded with multiple indictments, including those of a gang leader currently imprisoned.

Mar 17 • 19:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Crime & Justice

‘Missed opportunities’ to prevent woman’s death in prison cell fire, inquest finds

An inquest revealed that there were significant failures in the care of Clare Dupree, who died in a prison fire, highlighting systemic issues in prison safety and health management.

Mar 17 • 19:02 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Crime & Justice

Thessaloniki: The 23-year-old co-driver found guilty in the case of Emma's death

A 23-year-old co-driver was sentenced to a two-year suspended prison term for complicity in the fatal incident involving 21-year-old Emma in Thessaloniki.

Mar 17 • 16:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Court increases sentences for mother and stepfather for the death of Sophia; convictions exceed 66 years

The Justice Court of Mato Grosso do Sul has increased the sentences for Christian Campoçano Leithem and Stephanie de Jesus, who were convicted for the death of their 2-year-old daughter Sophia Ocampo, totaling over 66 years in prison.

Mar 17 • 16:07 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
Crime & Justice

The guards responsible for the death of an intoxicated homeless man in Brno face five years in prison

Guards in Brno are facing potential imprisonment following the death of a homeless man reportedly due to their actions during an incident.

Mar 17 • 15:58 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

30s father who abused and killed two-month-old son sentenced to 10 years in prison in appeal trial

A father has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after appealing his original sentence for abusing his two-month-old son to death.

Mar 17 • 09:25 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

CEO of Ilgwang Polymer Sentenced to 3 Years in Prison for Explosion Death under Serious Accident Punishment Act

The CEO of Ilgwang Polymer has been sentenced to three years in prison following a workplace explosion in which a young worker died, marking the highest penalty under South Korea's Serious Accident Punishment Act.

Mar 17 • 03:32 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

15 years in prison requested for Felipe Pettinato

A prosecutor has requested a 15-year prison sentence for Felipe Pettinato due to his involvement in a fire that led to the death of neurologist Melchor Rodrigo.

Mar 16 • 16:18 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

The accusation requested 15 years in prison for the death of neurologist Melchor Rodrigo: "The fire existed and it was caused by Pettinato"

The family of neurologist Melchor Rodrigo is seeking a 15-year prison sentence for Felipe Juan Pettinato in connection with a deadly fire that occurred in May 2022.

Mar 16 • 15:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Another inmate is found dead in a prison in MG; there are already five cases in less than a month

Five inmates have died in prison facilities in and around Belo Horizonte in the past month, with the latest incident occurring at the Antônio Dutra Ladeira Prison.

Mar 16 • 13:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Disobeying energy meter law at home risks fine, five years in prison and 'death'

Ofgem warns UK households about the dangers and legal consequences of tampering with energy meters, emphasizing the risks of injury and loss of life associated with energy theft.

Mar 16 • 11:24 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

Far North Queensland father jailed for 14 years for killing five-year-old son

A father in Far North Queensland was sentenced to 14 years in prison for the manslaughter of his five-year-old son, who suffered severe abuse prior to his death.

Mar 16 • 07:41 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

London's Burning actor John Alford 'made mystery winning bet hours before his death'

Actor John Alford, known for his roles in London's Burning, reportedly placed a winning horse betting wager shortly before his death in prison after being convicted of multiple sexual offenses.

Mar 15 • 21:23 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

A known actor from the United Kingdom died in prison

John Shannon, a 54-year-old actor known for his roles in 'Grange Hill' and 'London’s Burning', died in prison after being sentenced for sexual offenses against minors.

Mar 15 • 12:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Ian Huntley death: What will happen with child killer's remains

The death of Ian Huntley, a notorious child killer, raises questions about the handling of his remains following his violent death in prison.

Mar 15 • 11:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Probe launched into Soham monster Ian Huntley’s death - but findings could take months

A justice watchdog has initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of Ian Huntley in prison, which may take months to conclude.

Mar 15 • 02:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

John Alford dead: Grange Hill star dies in prison weeks after being jailed

Grange Hill actor John Alford has died in prison shortly after being convicted of serious sex offences against children.

Mar 14 • 21:26 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Crime & Justice

Two prisoners dead in Korydallos prison – Investigation into the circumstances of death

An investigation is underway following the deaths of two prisoners at Korydallos prison, who were involved in a therapeutic program.

Mar 14 • 20:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Suspect in the death of the prison officer in Matinha is arrested in São Luís

A 31-year-old man suspected of involvement in the murder of prison officer Domingos Macau Ferreira has been arrested in São Luís, Brazil.

Mar 14 • 15:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Case Rian: Mastermind behind the death of 18-year-old sentenced to 24 years in prison in AL

Wolkmar dos Santos Júnior was sentenced to 24 years and 6 months in prison for being the mastermind behind the murder of 18-year-old Rian Venâncio da Silva.

Mar 14 • 13:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Ian Huntley's death means there's a new No 1 target in HMP Frankland

The death of Ian Huntley in HMP Frankland raises concerns among other high-profile inmates about their safety and potential targeting by other prisoners.

Mar 14 • 10:07 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Hollywood hardman Danny Trejo threatened with death penalty after prison riot

Danny Trejo, a Hollywood actor known for his tough-guy roles, reflects on his past experience with the death penalty after a prison riot incident in California.

Mar 14 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

The escape from Puerto Vallarta prison: explosives, runovers, and 17 inmates still at large

The Puerto Vallarta prison escape involved coordinated attacks by the Jalisco Cartel, resulting in the escape of 23 inmates and the death of a guard amidst violent reprisals against law enforcement.

Mar 14 • 04:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
Crime & Justice

Uninsured driver jailed for killing 'cheerful' four-year-old girl

An uninsured driver has been sentenced to over five years in prison for the death of four-year-old Mayar Yahia and for injuring two others in a careless driving incident.

Mar 13 • 22:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Boate Kiss: Mauro Hoffmann, former partner sentenced for the death of 242 people, will serve his sentence in an open regime

Mauro Hoffmann, ex-partner of the Boate Kiss, has been granted a regime change to open prison after serving a part of his 12-year sentence for his role in a tragic nightclub fire that killed 242 people.

Mar 13 • 17:13 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

Stabbed to death on July 14: 22 years in prison requested in Metz against Mohamed Sylla

A court in Metz has requested a 22-year prison sentence for Mohamed Sylla, accused of fatally stabbing Samir Hamraoui during a confrontation on France's national holiday.

Mar 13 • 15:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Newborn baby dies after mum smashes head into floor during 'fit of rage'

A mother in the UK has been sentenced to life in prison for the death of her two-month-old daughter, whom she killed in a fit of rage.

Mar 13 • 10:08 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

6-Year-Old Girl Found in Concrete, Uncle Sentenced to 8 Years by Osaka District Court

An uncle was sentenced to 8 years in prison for the death of his 6-year-old niece, whose body was found encased in concrete in Yao City, Osaka.

Mar 13 • 05:06 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

Breaking: Father jailed for neglect of 7yo son

A father has been sentenced to 19 months in prison for criminal neglect leading to the death of his seven-year-old son, Makai.

Mar 13 • 00:07 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

46-year-old mother Minna died a painful death – the killer woman is not satisfied with her sentence

Emmi Eveliina Pietilä, convicted of killing 46-year-old Minna Suominen, has expressed dissatisfaction with her prison sentence, potentially leading to an appeal.

Mar 12 • 16:45 UTC

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