Keywords: Crime


Ecuador plans expansion of mega-prisons to combat organized crime

The government of Ecuador has announced plans to expand its network of high-security prisons as part of an aggressive strategy to combat organized crime and gang violence. Interior Minister John Reimberg stated that authorities are prepared to build “as many prisons as necessary” to contain......

Polish crypto platform Zondacrypto faces money laundering allegations amid major scandal

A major cryptocurrency scandal is unfolding in Poland as the digital asset platform Zondacrypto faces serious allegations of money laundering and fraud, with around one million users reportedly unable to access their funds. The platform, which allows users to exchange traditional money into cryptocurrencies......

23-year-old man shot dead in Bordeaux suburb as police open investigation

A 23-year-old man has died after being shot during an incident involving gunfire in the early hours of Monday in Cenon, a suburb on the outskirts of Bordeaux, according to police sources. Authorities were called to the scene around 1:25 a.m. after residents reported hearing multiple gunshots in a residential......

Béziers jewelry store armed robbery causes estimated €800,000 loss

A jewelry store located inside the Auchan shopping center in Béziers, in southern France, was targeted in an armed robbery on Thursday morning, resulting in an estimated loss of around €800,000. According to initial reports, the incident occurred around 9:30 a.m. when an individual wearing......

Prosecutors seek 16-years sentence in teacher killing case in France

French prosecutors have requested a 16-year prison sentence in the trial of a former student accused of killing Spanish teacher Agnès Lassalle, a case that has deeply shaken the country’s education community. The trial is taking place before a juvenile criminal court in Pau. The victim,......

Supermarket manager arrested after alleged €280,000 goods fraud scheme

A supermarket manager from Eysines, in southwestern France, has been arrested after being accused of diverting goods worth approximately €280,000 from his store and reselling them on a parallel market. According to investigators, the alleged scheme ran for several months and involved large quantities......

Synagogue fire in London leads to two arrests

Authorities in London have arrested two individuals following an attempted arson attack on a synagogue in the northern part of the city. The incident, which occurred over the weekend, caused limited damage, mainly from smoke, and resulted in no reported injuries. According to police statements, a 17-year-old......

Dz Mafia trial verdict expected in Marseille after high-security proceedings

The verdict in the high-profile trial linked to the alleged leadership of the DZ Mafia is expected to be delivered on Tuesday in Marseille, following several days of delays in proceedings marked by strict security measures and repeated procedural disputes. The case involves a double homicide dating......

Casablanca: arrest of British national wanted by Belgian authorities over drug trafficking

Authorities in Casablanca have arrested a 34-year-old British national wanted by Belgian judicial authorities on suspicion of involvement in international drug trafficking. The arrest took place on Saturday, April 11, at Mohammed V International Airport, as the suspect was preparing to board a flight......