Men charged over $50k car park scam targeting elderly
Two men face 72 charges each for allegedly scamming over $50,000 from elderly women in NSW shopping centre car parks. Police detail the 'good Samaritan' ruse used to steal wallets and cards.
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Alleged Scam Kingpin Chen Zhi Extradited from Cambodia
Chinese-born tycoon Chen Zhi, accused of running a vast online fraud network from Cambodia, has been arrested and extradited to China. The US alleges his conglomerate was a front for a major criminal organisation.
£54m Benefit Fraud Gang Ordered to Repay Just £2m
The criminals behind Britain's largest ever benefits fraud, who stole £54m to fund lavish lifestyles, have been ordered to repay just a fraction. Read the shocking details.
Council worker busted for secretly juggling 2 full-time jobs
A Barnet Council employee has been sentenced for fraud after working two full-time council jobs simultaneously. She must pay £10k compensation. Read the full story.
Scammer jailed for conning £100k from elderly victims
A fraudster who posed as a police officer to steal £100,000 from vulnerable pensioners has been sentenced to six years and six months in prison. Read the full story and learn how to protect loved ones from courier fraud.
FBI Deploys Resources to Dismantle Minnesota Fraud Schemes
The FBI has surged personnel to Minnesota to dismantle large-scale fraud, citing a $250m Covid aid case as the 'tip of the iceberg'. Director Kash Patel alleges links to the state's Somali population, sparking political tension. Read the full story.
Teacher jailed for pupil sex banned from teaching
Rebecca Joynes, 31, has been permanently barred from teaching after being convicted of sexual activity with two schoolboys. Read the full details of the case and the misconduct panel's ruling.
Hero volunteer named as victim in 60 alleged sex offences
Joanne Young, 48, waived anonymity as complainant in over 60 offences. Her ex-husband and five other men face charges. She was honoured for bravery in Wiltshire Search and Rescue.
Russell Brand charged with two new sexual offences
Comedian Russell Brand, 50, faces two new charges of rape and sexual assault from two additional women. He will appear in court in January 2026. He denies all allegations.
Russell Brand charged with two further sexual offences
Comedian Russell Brand charged with additional rape and sexual assault counts. CPS authorises new charges relating to two more women. Brand to appear in court in January.
Russell Brand Charged with Further Sex Offences
Comedian Russell Brand has been charged with additional counts of rape and sexual assault, police confirm. His trial is set for 2026. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Cop City RICO Case Hangs Over 61 Defendants
Georgia's historic racketeering case against Cop City protesters remains unresolved, with the state holding hundreds of seized personal items. Explore the legal battle and its implications for dissent.
Six Immigration Officers Face Serious Criminal Charges
Six UK immigration officers are to appear in court, charged with money laundering and conspiracy to steal from migrants. Five also face misconduct charges. Full details here.
Man charged with 56 sexual offences against ex-wife
Philip Young appears in Swindon court accused of drugging and raping his ex-wife over 13 years. Five other men also face charges. Follow for latest updates.
Former Swindon Councillor in Court on 56 Serious Charges
Philip Young, a former Conservative councillor, appears in court accused of 56 offences including rape and administering substances. Five other men also face charges. Read the full details.
Six men charged with sexual offences against woman in Swindon
Philip Young, 49, faces 56 charges including rape over 13-year period. Five other men also charged. Latest court updates from Swindon.
Somerset traders oppose new parking charges on Hill Road
Independent businesses in Clevedon's Hill Road warn new parking fees proposed by North Somerset Council could drive customers away, threatening the town's vibrant retail scene. Read why they're fighting back.
Strangulation charges surge to over 8,500 in a year
CPS data reveals a dramatic rise in charges for the standalone strangulation offence, signalling a crackdown on domestic abuse. Learn how the new law is protecting victims.
Six men charged with sexual offences against Swindon woman
A man is charged with 56 sexual offences against his ex-wife over 13 years. Five other men also face charges in a complex Wiltshire Police investigation. Read the latest court details.
Six men charged with 60 sex offences on ex-wife
A Wiltshire man and five others face 60 charges for alleged sexual offences spanning 13 years. The victim has waived her anonymity. Read the latest court details.
Six men charged in Wiltshire sexual offences investigation
A Wiltshire man faces 56 charges, including rape, against his ex-wife over 13 years. Five other men also charged. The victim has waived her anonymity. Read the latest.
Britons Held in Iran Endure Rats and Malnutrition
The son of a British woman detained in Iran reveals the 'dire' prison conditions she and her husband face, including rats and malnutrition. He urges the UK government to act. Read the full story.
Texas 'Antifa Cell' Faces Controversial Terrorism Charges
The US Department of Justice's unprecedented terrorism prosecution of Texas protesters sparks alarm over civil liberties and the criminalisation of dissent. Explore the complex case.
Bondi Beach Attacker Faces 59 Criminal Charges
Australian police confirm 59 charges against the alleged Bondi beach gunman. The counter-terrorism investigation continues with further searches and international cooperation. Read the latest updates.
Tricolor Holdings Executives Charged with Fraud
Founder Daniel Chu and executives of bankrupt subprime auto lender Tricolor Holdings face federal fraud charges over a years-long scheme that led to a billion-dollar collapse. Read the full details.
Katie Price's ex-husband denies child sex offence charges
Kieran Hayler, ex-husband of Katie Price, has pleaded not guilty to three counts of rape and one of sexual assault against a 13-year-old. Trial set for October 2026. Read the latest court details.
Duke of Marlborough charged with intentional strangulation
Charles James Spencer-Churchill, the 12th Duke of Marlborough, faces three charges of non-fatal intentional strangulation. The 70-year-old will appear at Oxford Magistrates' Court. Follow for live updates.
Man City Premier League Case Set to Drag On Beyond Season
Manchester City's Premier League financial rules hearing will see a verdict in stages, with any potential sanctions delayed. The complex case may not conclude until after the season ends.
Bondi gunman charged with 59 offences, including terrorism
The alleged Bondi terror attack gunman faces 59 charges as NSW recalls parliament for urgent gun law reforms. The community mourns as the 13th victim is named.
Rob Reiner's son charged with murder of parents
Nick Reiner, son of Hollywood director Rob Reiner, faces two counts of first-degree murder after his parents were found stabbed. The charges could bring life without parole or the death penalty.
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