Tag #Criminal Justice

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Children's Involvement in Post-Murder Riots: Distrust, Disadvantage, and Misinformation

Following the July 2024 murders of three children in Southport, England, riots erupted nationwide, leading to at least 147 child arrests and 84 charges; a report suggests underlying causes included police distrust, lack of opportunities, and the spread of misinformation.

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Letby Supporters Hold Birthday Celebration Amidst Public Outrage

Supporters of convicted baby killer Lucy Letby celebrated her 35th birthday with a party at The Windmill pub in London on January 4th, featuring a cake, banners, and prosecco, prompting outrage from victims' families and raising questions about public perception of justice.

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No Poverty
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German Prison Uses Music, Animals to Rehabilitate Inmates

A German prison uses music and animal interaction programs to rehabilitate inmates, aiming to reduce recidivism by fostering self-esteem and providing positive reinforcement; one inmate, Vlady, practices piano four hours a day and is highly motivated.

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Reduced Inequality
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Jamaica Gang Boss Killing Sparks Violent Backlash, Curfew

The police killing of a top Jamaican gang leader in Spanish Town sparked violent protests, leading to a city-wide curfew, the closure of schools and businesses, and a suspension of public transport; the incident is part of a broader government crackdown on gangs amid Jamaica's high homicide rate.

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Killer Released Despite Brutal Rape and Murder

After serving 27 years for the brutal rape and murder of Joanne Tulip on Christmas Day 1997, Steven Ling, a 50-year-old man who admitted to rape but was not classified as a sex offender, was released from prison, causing fear among women due to his history of sadistic sexual violence and lack of 24/...

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Gender Equality
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England and Wales Fail Domestic Abuse Victims: 5% Conviction Rate Exposes Systemic Failures

A damning report by the domestic abuse commissioner for England and Wales reveals that only 5% of police-recorded domestic abuse offences lead to convictions, highlighting systemic failures and low victim reporting rates due to underfunded services and lack of police accountability.

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Gender Equality
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Trump Pardons January 6th Defendants Amidst Due Process Concerns

President Trump pardoned nearly all January 6th defendants, a decision justified by their lawyer, who claims the Biden Justice Department systematically violated their due process rights by refusing Rule 20 transfers, thus ensuring sentencing in Washington D.C. before potentially biased judges.

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Wales Explores Non-Criminal Ban on Political Lying

The Senedd in Wales is developing a law to ban political lying, exploring non-criminal options like strengthening the code of conduct or using existing investigative bodies, aiming to restore public trust without involving the police.

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Kohberger Defense Challenges Evidence in Idaho Murders

Two days of hearings in the Idaho quadruple murder case against Bryan Kohberger revealed new details, including challenges to DNA evidence, eyewitness testimony, and the legality of his arrest. The judge expressed skepticism toward the defense's arguments, particularly regarding the DNA evidence fou...

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Kohberger Trial Delayed Amidst DNA Evidence Dispute

Bryan Kohberger, accused of the November 2022 quadruple murder of four University of Idaho students, is facing a delayed trial in August 2025, as legal battles rage over the admissibility of DNA evidence from a knife sheath and other potential procedural misconduct.

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Starmer Promises Judges Power to Force Criminals to Sentencing

Keir Starmer has pledged to give judges the power to force criminals to attend their sentencing hearings, following a campaign by the family of Olivia Pratt-Korbel, who was murdered in 2022; this follows a similar pledge by Rishi Sunak, and will be included in the Victims, Courts and Public Protecti...

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Sex Offender Changes Name, Defrauds Victims

Aidan Sinclair, previously known as Gary Cawthorne, a convicted sex offender and former Metropolitan Police officer, was jailed for defrauding three victims of £18,000 after changing his name and forging documents to conceal his criminal history.

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