Tag #Public Safety

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Hessian Christmas Markets Tighten Security After Magdeburg Attack

In response to a terrorist attack in Magdeburg, Germany, Hessian authorities have increased security at Christmas markets, boosting police presence, access control, and street surveillance; despite heightened security, no direct threats to Hesse have been identified.

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ICE Arrests Deported Child Sex Abuser After Fifth Illegal Re-entry

A Mexican national, Raymond Rojas Basilio, was arrested by ICE in New York after being deported five times and convicted of sexually abusing an 11-year-old child; he is now in ICE custody awaiting deportation.

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Netherlands: Surge in Fireworks Attacks Linked to Easy Access of Illegal Explosives

Dutch police reported 21,000 fireworks incidents last year, with nearly half of the 10,000 individuals involved being minors who underestimated the risks of illegal fireworks readily available online for €10-15; the police advocate for a total ban.

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FBI Raids Home of LA Deputy Mayor Amid City Hall Bomb Threat Investigation

The FBI raided the home of Los Angeles Deputy Mayor Brian Williams, who the LAPD identified as the likely source of a bomb threat against City Hall earlier this year; Williams has been placed on administrative leave.

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Madrid Crime: Parla and San Martín de la Vega See Sharp Increases

Between January and September 2024, crime in Parla and San Martín de la Vega, Madrid increased by 20.5% and 19.7% respectively; in response, 40 new police officers will be added to Parla's force in 2025 under the 'Plan Parla'.

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128 Unresourced Police Jobs Revealed in Logan, Exposing Systemic Issues

A police whistleblower in Logan, south of Brisbane, revealed 128 unresourced police jobs, mostly domestic violence incidents, some involving firearms; the Police Minister confirmed the chronic understaffing and low morale, highlighting systemic resource allocation problems within the Queensland Poli...

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NSW Government Seeks Court Intervention to Halt Sydney Rail Strikes

The NSW government is seeking a court order to stop planned rail union strikes before the New Year's Eve fireworks, citing public safety concerns and economic damage from repeated disruptions, while unions are showing a willingness to compromise on pay demands.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Cobra Fireworks Fuel Explosive Attacks in Netherlands

The Netherlands is experiencing a surge in explosive attacks, with 80% involving the illegal-for-consumer-use Cobra firework; its high explosive power has caused severe injuries and deaths, leading to calls for stricter regulations and international cooperation.

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Judge Denies Release of Exonerated Man Due to New Charges

Myon Burrell, exonerated in a 2002 murder case but later charged with drug and gun offenses, was denied release on appeal Thursday by a Hennepin County judge due to pending drug and DUI charges and concerns for public safety; Burrell maintains his innocence and supporters emphasize his community wor...

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German Firefighter Survey Reveals High Rates of Violence

A survey of over 7,500 German firefighters found that 75.1% of professionals and 43.8% of volunteers experienced violence (verbal abuse, physical attacks, threats) during the last two years, with most incidents occurring during traffic and rescue operations; many incidents remain unreported.

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Netherlands Explosions Surge: Government Responds to Rising Violence

A spate of explosions across the Netherlands, including a deadly blast in The Hague that killed six and injured others in Purmerend, has prompted Justice Minister David van Weel to call for tougher sentences and improved inter-agency cooperation to address the crisis.

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Mass Shooting in Towson, Maryland, Leaves One Dead, Nine Injured

A mass shooting in Towson, Maryland, on Tuesday night resulted in one death and nine injuries following a fiery vehicle crash near a funeral home on Loch Raven Boulevard; police are investigating.

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