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🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Otti Confirms Kidnap Attempts in Abia Says Situation Under Control

Abia State Governor Alex Otti has confirmed incidents of kidnapping attempts in the state by suspected cattle herders, assuring the public that the police are managing the situation.

Feb 28 • 09:06 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Terror police investigate disturbance at Perth Mosque

Authorities are investigating a disturbance outside the Perth Mosque, where a non-suspicious substance was found.

Feb 28 • 03:50 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Threat to blow up Kanpur Central Railway Station, panic spread

Kanpur Central Railway Station received a bomb threat for the second time in 36 hours, prompting extensive searches by security forces, which found no suspicious items.

Feb 28 • 03:48 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

National Police activates units due to alert of mutiny in the Litoral Penitentiary

A potential mutiny alert led the Ecuadorian National Police and Armed Forces to mobilize to the Litoral Penitentiary on February 27.

Feb 28 • 01:45 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

State police: Constitutional amendment must prevent governors’ abuse, Tinubu tells Representatives

President Bola Tinubu has urged the House of Representatives to amend the Constitution to establish state police, ensuring safeguards against potential abuses by governors.

Feb 27 • 22:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Suspicious exchange at store reveals series of thefts in Taiobeiras

A woman was arrested in Taiobeiras after attempting to return stolen goods at a clothing store, which led police to uncover further thefts from other businesses in the area.

Feb 27 • 22:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

After escape, suspect of being part of cargo theft gang is arrested on Régis Bittencourt, SP

A suspect involved in a cargo theft gang was arrested in Cajati, São Paulo after a failed attempt to evade Federal Highway Police surveillance.

Feb 27 • 21:40 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Sierra Leone announces the release of its soldiers and police officers arrested by the Guinean army

Sierra Leone confirmed the release of its soldiers and police detained by the Guinean army amid rising tensions between the two neighboring countries.

Feb 27 • 21:22 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police arrest four over bandit scare in Osun community

Four individuals have been arrested in Osun State, Nigeria, following a public panic caused by a concerning inscription that suggested the presence of bandits.

Feb 27 • 21:21 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Danish Security Police: Russian Electoral Influence Likely

The Danish Security Police indicate that it is very likely that Russia will launch targeted influence campaigns against Denmark ahead of its upcoming elections.

Feb 27 • 21:18 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Guinea releases 16 Sierra Leonean soldiers arrested earlier this week

Guinea has released 16 Sierra Leonean soldiers and police officers detained on charges of unauthorized entry while constructing a border post.

Feb 27 • 21:08 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The vehicle stolen from the Minister of Economy of Mendoza was found in Tucumán

The stolen vehicle belonging to Mendoza's Economy Minister was recovered in Tucumán after extensive police tracking.

Feb 27 • 20:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Transwolff and PCC Case: Police Officer Arrested with R$ 1.2 Million in Suitcase Claims Money Belongs to Businessman in SP

A retired police officer arrested with R$ 1.2 million claims the money is from a businessman for security services, not connected to an investigation involving money laundering and organized crime.

Feb 27 • 17:33 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Odigie-Oyegun doubts police can arrest Edo gunmen

John Odigie-Oyegun, leader of the African Democratic Congress, expresses skepticism regarding the Nigerian police's capability to apprehend gunmen who attacked party facilities in Edo State.

Feb 27 • 17:21 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police urge Ondo churches, mosques to suspend night services

The Nigeria Police Force has advised religious leaders in Ondo State to suspend night services amid security threats following a recent kidnapping incident during a church service.

Feb 27 • 15:04 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

Teen arrested in Norway for planning a terrorist attack

A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in Southwest Norway on suspicion of planning a terrorist act, according to Norway's security police PST.

Feb 27 • 15:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 100 basic food baskets seized in abandoned house in Cuiabá

Over 100 basic food baskets were seized by the Military Police from an abandoned house in Cuiabá following reports of assault and robbery against a 23-year-old man.

Feb 27 • 14:55 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Claim of Air Strike by Afghanistan in Islamabad

The Taliban in Afghanistan has claimed to have conducted an air strike in Islamabad, Pakistan, as reported by a spokesperson for Afghanistan's Ministry of Interior Border Police.

Feb 27 • 14:46 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Disu's appointment brings renewed hope for safer Nigeria – Rep

A Nigerian lawmaker commends the appointment of Tunji Disu as Acting Inspector-General of Police, highlighting his suitability for improving public confidence in policing at a crucial time for the country.

Feb 27 • 14:11 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Teenager arrested for terror plans in Norway

A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in southwestern Norway on suspicion of planning a terrorist act, according to the Norwegian security police PST.

Feb 27 • 14:07 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
Crime & Justice

PST: 17-year-old charged with terrorism plans - arrested in Rogaland

A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in Rogaland, Norway, on charges of preparing for a terrorist act, as reported by the Police Security Service (PST).

Feb 27 • 13:50 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Crime & Justice

PST: 17-Year-Old Charged with Terror Plans – Arrested in Rogaland

A 17-year-old boy was arrested in Rogaland, Norway, charged with planning a terrorist attack according to the Police Security Service (PST).

Feb 27 • 13:49 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
Crime & Justice

PST: 17-Year-Old Charged with Terror Plans – Arrested in Rogaland

A 17-year-old has been charged with preparations to commit a terrorist act in Rogaland, according to the Norwegian Police Security Service (PST).

Feb 27 • 13:49 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

District Court Passau: Man flees after hearing - large-scale police operation

A suspect fled during a court appearance in Passau, prompting a large police operation to locate him.

Feb 27 • 13:33 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Lithuanian Caught in Kaunas After Returning from Ireland, International Search Launched by Latvian Police

A Lithuanian man, 32, was detained in Kaunas after arriving from Dublin, as he is wanted by Latvian police under a European arrest warrant.

Feb 27 • 11:50 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Bomb threat at Chandigarh school, investigation underway

A Chandigarh school has received an email bomb threat, prompting a thorough investigation by police and officials to assess the danger and bolster security measures.

Feb 27 • 11:07 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Police, Other Security Agencies Arrest 113 Suspected Kidnappers in Edo

In a coordinated operation, Edo State police and security agencies arrested 113 suspected kidnappers in a crackdown across the Edo Central Senatorial District.

Feb 27 • 11:05 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Criminals kidnap three farmers and steal machinery: military and police carry out rescue intervention

In Mocache, Ecuador, three farmers were kidnapped and their agricultural machinery stolen, prompting a swift military and police rescue operation.

Feb 27 • 11:01 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kano community builds offices for police

Residents of the Kore community in Kano State have built and handed over new police office buildings to enhance local security.

Feb 27 • 10:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Viktor Orbán announced: Soldiers on the move

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has announced the deployment of soldiers and police to protect critical infrastructure, accusing Ukraine of planning strikes against Hungary's energy facilities.

Feb 27 • 09:58 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Discovery of a Suspicious Object in Trondheim

A suspicious object was found in Trondheim following a burglary at the location, prompting police to establish a security perimeter.

Feb 27 • 08:55 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

Thieves broke into a car wash's coin safe, even a fence didn't stop them – it was stolen

A recent burglary at a car wash in Jurbarkas, Lithuania, where thieves broke into a coin safe and stole a fence nearby, has prompted police to launch an investigation.

Feb 27 • 08:30 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Morning recap: 200 gunmen storm Yelwata community, Senate rejects Electoral Act amendment, INEC shifts 2027 polls, other top stories

A police witness testified that over 200 armed men invaded the Yelwata community, while the Senate rejected an amendment to the Electoral Act, and the INEC has postponed the 2027 elections to early next year.

Feb 27 • 07:43 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Rang Ekadashi and Friday in Sambhal... Tight security, police flag march

In Sambhal, tight security measures are in place for Rang Ekadashi and Friday, with police conducting a flag march to prevent any potential violence.

Feb 27 • 06:47 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Mozambique: Significant Reduction in Kidnapping, Claims Chapo

Mozambique's President Daniel Chapo announced a significant decrease in kidnapping incidents, crediting efforts by security forces and police intelligence.

Feb 27 • 05:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Monitoring of PM 'security' led police to Adilsinho

The monitoring of military police officer Diego Lima, who was closely associated with organized criminal Adilson Oliveira Coutinho Filho, known as Adilsinho, resulted in his arrest by police officers on Thursday morning.

Feb 27 • 05:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Cutting-edge military forces: The SandCat armored vehicles

The SandCat armored vehicles play a crucial role in security operations in Mexico and globally, utilized by military and police forces in over 15 countries.

Feb 27 • 04:21 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Increasing Car Theft: The Dismantling Locations are 'Yards', Some Areas Have Local Ordinances Without Legal Regulations

Car theft incidents in Japan have been steadily increasing, with many vehicles being dismantled and illegally exported overseas, often involving criminal organizations.

Feb 27 • 03:10 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Banditry: Bauchi police deploy personnel, weapons to communities

The Bauchi State Police Command has increased security personnel and weaponry in response to rising banditry in specific troubled communities.

Feb 27 • 01:02 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

An extra person boarded a Finnair flight at Helsinki-Vantaa

An unauthorized individual managed to board a Finnair flight to New York at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, leading to a significant delay and police investigation.

Feb 26 • 19:52 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Nigeria ready for state police, says minister

The Nigerian Federal Government, represented by Minister Mohammed Idris, has expressed readiness to establish state police as part of decentralizing the country's policing system once the legal framework is set.

Feb 26 • 19:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Fire at Tijuca Mall: Civil Police indict five for deaths and point out serious security failures

The Civil Police of Rio de Janeiro indicted five individuals following a deadly fire at the Tijuca Mall, citing severe security shortcomings.

Feb 26 • 19:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Adilsinho and an accomplice run quickly in the direction opposite to the police when security forces arrive at the mansion; VIDEO

Footage captured by a drone shows Adilsinho, a notorious criminal, attempting to flee from police before being apprehended at his mansion in Cabo Frio, Brazil.

Feb 26 • 17:07 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Ruks proposes to introduce drone buyer registration in Latvia

The chief of the Latvian State Police, Armands Ruks, suggests implementing a registration system for drone buyers to mitigate public and national security risks.

Feb 26 • 14:37 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu's state police plan generational reform - Kogi

The Kogi State Government supports President Bola Tinubu's plan to establish state police, viewing it as a transformative measure for Nigeria's security system.

Feb 26 • 13:51 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The State Police names this year's work priorities

The Latvian State Police emphasizes the need to combat crimes related to war justification and the use of aggressor symbols while urging public awareness to ensure national security.

Feb 26 • 13:42 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Police presence outside the Youth Congress office

Police and additional security have been deployed outside the Youth Congress office amidst ongoing protests and sit-ins.

Feb 26 • 13:29 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Police arrest second man after 'serious security incident' at mosque

Police in Manchester have arrested a second man in connection with a serious security incident at a mosque during Ramadan prayers.

Feb 26 • 12:57 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Police: Information about Sweden has no significance for Norwegian conditions

Norwegian police stated that information concerning potential threats to the energy sector in Sweden does not impact Norway.

Feb 26 • 12:26 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Bergstraße in Gauting: Burglars arrive with a grinder

Burglars attempting to break into a home in Gauting were thwarted when the homeowner returned unexpectedly, leading them to flee without any stolen goods.

Feb 26 • 12:19 UTC

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