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🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police arrest 113 suspects in Edo forest raid

The Edo State Police have arrested 113 suspected kidnappers during a coordinated raid in Edo North and Central regions.

Feb 26 • 14:46 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Lagos refers Simi's resurfaced tweets to police for probe

The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency has referred controversial tweets linked to singer Simi to the Commissioner of Police for investigation following public outcry.

Feb 26 • 13:58 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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

VIDEO shows the moment of the arrest of a trafficker identified as the biggest drug supplier to Paraíba in a luxury house in SP

Police arrested Jamilton Alves Franco, known as 'Chocô', in a luxury home in São Paulo, identified as the largest cocaine supplier to the state of Paraíba.

Feb 26 • 13:35 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Police Suggest Discussing Administrative Punishments for Minor Theft

In Latvia, the State Police Chief, Armands Ruks, has suggested a discussion on addressing minor thefts through administrative rather than criminal proceedings as theft numbers continue to rise.

Feb 26 • 12:35 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

'Squad' member claims State of the Union guest was arrested

Rep. Ilhan Omar claims that her guest, Aliya Rahman, was forcibly removed and arrested by Capitol Police during President Trump's State of the Union address.

Feb 26 • 12:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police investigates suspect of storing and sharing child sexual abuse content in Amapá

The Federal Police of Brazil is conducting an operation to investigate a suspect involved in the storage and distribution of child sexual abuse materials in the state of Amapá.

Feb 26 • 11:22 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Swedish media: A serious threat to Nordic energy infrastructure

A serious threat to the Nordic energy infrastructure has been reported by Swedish media, prompting police and authorities across the region to enter a state of alert.

Feb 26 • 10:46 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Banditry: Police deploy massive personnel, weaponry to Bauchi communities

The Bauchi State Police have deployed extensive security personnel and equipment to combat banditry in troubled communities.

Feb 26 • 10:35 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Tinubu Urges Senators to Amend Constitution for State Police

President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerian senators to amend the Constitution to allow for the establishment of state police to better address security challenges.

Feb 26 • 09:57 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

On Wednesday, two people were injured in road traffic accidents in Latvia

On Wednesday, Latvia reported 144 road traffic accidents, resulting in injuries to two individuals, according to the State Police.

Feb 26 • 09:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Alesc approves creation of a public list with information on those convicted of killing police officers in the state; understand

The Santa Catarina Legislative Assembly approved a proposal for creating a public list of individuals convicted of killing law enforcement officers in the state.

Feb 26 • 09:01 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Wieambilla property where officers were murdered put up for sale in 'dilapidated' state

The property in Wieambilla, where two Queensland police officers were killed, is now on the market in poor condition.

Feb 26 • 06:37 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The State Police will report on the results of work for 2025

The State Police of Latvia will hold a press conference to discuss their performance results from the previous year and outline their priorities for the upcoming year.

Feb 26 • 05:48 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Amnesty alleges torture, extrajudicial killings at Imo ‘Tiger Base’

Amnesty International reports that a police unit in Imo State, Nigeria, known as 'Tiger Base', is involved in serious human rights violations including torture and extrajudicial killings.

Feb 26 • 02:05 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Police arrest five over alleged murder of suspected rapist

The Bayelsa State Police have arrested five suspects linked to the murder of a man allegedly accused of rape.

Feb 26 • 00:40 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Edo attack sparks blame game, opposition demands IG probe

An attack in Edo State prompts opposition parties to call for a police investigation amidst exchanged accusations.

Feb 26 • 00:33 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu to Senate: Amend constitution for state police now

President Bola Tinubu has urged the Nigerian National Assembly to amend the constitution to allow for the creation of state police in response to the country’s escalating security challenges.

Feb 26 • 00:09 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Police arrest mother, daughter over 70-year-old relative murder

A mother and her daughter have been arrested in Enugu State, Nigeria, for the alleged murder of their 70-year-old relative.

Feb 25 • 22:33 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu urges senators to amend constitution for state police

President Bola Tinubu has called for constitutional amendments to establish State Police in Nigeria to better address security issues.

Feb 25 • 21:46 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Rape: Police release Mirabel to Ogun women affairs, continue probe

The Ogun State Police have released TikTok influencer Mirabel to the Ogun State Ministry of Women Affairs while continuing their investigation into her rape allegation.

Feb 25 • 20:46 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ogun governor hails ex-IG Egbetokun, tasks IGP Disu on intelligence-driven policing

Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun praises former Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun and urges the new acting IG Tunji Disu to focus on intelligence-driven policing.

Feb 25 • 19:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Ilhan Omar guest arrested for standing at Trump’s State of the Union address

A guest invited by Congresswoman Ilhan Omar was arrested during Trump's State of the Union address for refusing to remain seated.

Feb 25 • 19:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Man who stabbed four to death in Washington state had history of mental health issues

A man with a history of mental health and substance abuse issues was shot dead by police after fatally stabbing four people in Washington state.

Feb 25 • 14:17 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

BREAKING: Tinubu decorates Disu as acting IG

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Tunji Disu as acting Inspector-General of Police during a ceremony at the State House in Abuja.

Feb 25 • 13:50 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Adamawa leads as 616,873 apply for police recruitment

Adamawa State has topped the list with 38,989 applications in the ongoing recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force, contributing to a total of 616,873 applicants nationwide, according to the Police Service Commission.

Feb 25 • 13:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police arrest three, recover N31.75m stolen goods in Oyo

Three suspects have been arrested by Oyo State Police following a robbery incident, with over N31 million worth of stolen goods recovered.

Feb 25 • 12:42 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Punjab Police Officers Entangled in Pre-Wedding Shoot, Questions Raised after Viral Video

A viral video showing Punjab police officers involved in a pre-wedding shoot has raised serious questions about the state's security priorities, especially following the recent murder of two police officers in the region.

Feb 25 • 11:19 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police arrest two, recover 197 Tramadol sachets in Adamawa

The Adamawa State Police arrested two suspects involved in drug smuggling and seized 197 sachets of Tramadol during a border operation.

Feb 25 • 10:02 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Police prosecutor: Investigation of Høiby completed

The police have completed their investigation into violence and threats involving Marius Borg Høiby, and the case has been forwarded to the state attorney for a decision on prosecution.

Feb 25 • 08:02 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

USA: 4 dead in knife attack outside a home near Seattle - Suspect also dead

A man fatally stabbed four people before being shot by police outside a home in Washington state near Tacoma, approximately an hour from Seattle.

Feb 25 • 05:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Man stabs four people to death in Washington state

A man in Gig Harbor, Washington, fatally stabbed four individuals in a public incident on Tuesday, leading to his own death at the hands of police.

Feb 24 • 20:53 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Syria dismantles a cell of the Islamic State that attacked a security checkpoint west of Raqqa

Syrian authorities announced the dismantling of an Islamic State cell responsible for an attack on a security checkpoint in Raqqa, following a fatal assault on police officers.

Feb 24 • 19:02 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Revelation of newborn trafficking in Himachal, 9 accused arrested, network spread across 2 states

Himachal Pradesh police have uncovered an inter-state gang involved in the trafficking of newborns, arresting nine individuals including seven women.

Feb 24 • 15:05 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

State Road near Hörlkofen: Traffic Rowdy Drives Away After Accident

A driver in a white Lexus caused an accident by overtaking on a state road and fled the scene, prompting a police investigation in Hörlkofen, Germany.

Feb 24 • 14:27 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VIDEO: In Jūrmala, BMW overturns after an accident

In Jūrmala, Latvia, a BMW X3 overturned in a mysterious accident, causing injuries to the driver who was subsequently taken to a hospital.

Feb 24 • 09:46 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

On Monday, five people were injured in traffic accidents in Latvia

On Monday, Latvia recorded 175 traffic accidents resulting in five injuries, with police apprehending three drivers for DUI offenses.

Feb 24 • 07:34 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

From Uno Bianca to Rogoredo. The State has antibodies to achieve justice

Italian Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi asserts that no one is above the law following the controversial shooting of a drug dealer by police in Rogoredo.

Feb 24 • 04:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police arrest two kidnappers, recover motorcycles in Ondo

The Ondo State Police Command arrested two suspected kidnappers and seized motorcycles allegedly utilized in the crime.

Feb 23 • 12:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Health, Finance, and Police: See Public Competitions Scheduled to Open in 2026 in Tocantins

The state of Tocantins in Brazil is set to open several large public competitions in 2026 across key sectors such as health, finance, and public safety.

Feb 23 • 09:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Ten injured in traffic accidents on Sunday

On Sunday, ten people were injured in traffic accidents across Latvia, according to the State Police.

Feb 23 • 08:09 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Body of a woman in the state of decomposition found in Kaunas

The body of a deceased woman was discovered in a deteriorating condition in Kaunas, prompting a police investigation into the cause of death.

Feb 23 • 07:16 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Some people like Kalanemi, Rahu, and Ravana...,' Avimukteshwarananda fumed over sexual assault FIR

Avimukteshwarananda, accused in a sexual abuse case concerning Vedic students, expressed distrust in the Uttar Pradesh police investigation and called for an inquiry by a police force from a non-BJP governed state.

Feb 23 • 06:58 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Hyderabad: Body of a businessman found in charred condition, police have started investigation

A 27-year-old businessman was found dead in a partially burnt state in Hyderabad, prompting a police investigation into the murder.

Feb 23 • 00:04 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police arrest six suspected car thieves in Kano

The Kano State Police have arrested six individuals suspected of being involved in car theft and recovered three stolen vehicles during their operation.

Feb 22 • 15:39 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Head of the Police Investigations Division Excluded from Government Meeting on Spyware – and the Legal Advisor Refused to Participate

The legal advisor Gali Baharav-Miara and the state attorney Amit Isman refused to attend a government meeting on spyware due to the exclusion of Police Investigations Division head Boaz Balat.

Feb 22 • 11:07 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Six people injured in traffic accidents; six drivers arrested for drunk driving

In Latvia, six individuals were injured in traffic accidents on February 21, with six drivers arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and another for drugs.

Feb 22 • 08:23 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Road crash kills Borno assistant police commissioner

A vehicle accident has claimed the life of Abubakar Balteh, the Assistant Commissioner of Police for the State Criminal Investigation Department in Borno State, Nigeria.

Feb 22 • 00:46 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police foil Lakurawa bandits’ midnight attack in Kebbi

The Kebbi State Police successfully repelled a late-night attack by suspected bandits, ensuring no casualties were reported.

Feb 22 • 00:11 UTC

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