Media MonitorSUBSCRIBE 98893 total results. Showing results 25661 to 25680 «128012811282128312841285128612871288Next ›Last » Criminal Networks in Migrant Smuggling EUROPE: Migrant smuggling continues to pose a challenge for police forces across the European Union. The criminal networks involved are complex and highly organised, diversifying routes and modus operandi in order to evade detection and increase profits. Meanwhile, migrants themselves are forced to risk their lives on the dangerous and unsafe transports offered by migrant smuggling networks. In this spotlight report, we cover the most important developments in the migrant smuggling landscape. The report details what the main features of modern migrant smuggling networks are, and how these networks administer themselves. It also explains phenomena such as criminal networks operating together in ‘joint ventures’, where illicit actors cooperate at various stages in the migrant smuggling chain. Europol 12/7/2023 Report ‘I was very disappointed with myself’: Charlottetown police chief reacts to commissioner’s criticism CANADA: Charlottetown Police Services is conducting an internal review in response to a recent ruling by P.E.I.'s information and privacy commissioner that officers ignored their obligations under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. CBC News (Canada) 12/7/2023 News Money laundering cash couriers smuggled millions in suitcases Six members of a money laundering network which smuggled more than £100m out of the UK to the UAE have been sentenced following an investigation by the National Crime Agency. The network transported the cash to Dubai during 83 separate trips between November 2019 and October 2020, overseen by ringleader Abdullah Alfalasi, 48, who was jailed for more than nine years in July last year National Crime Agency (NCA) 12/7/2023 News Prince Albert police officer charged with negligence causing death of man in police custody CANADA: A Prince Albert Police Service (PAPS) officer with 21 years on the force has been charged with criminal negligence causing death and failing to provide the necessities of life in relation to the in-custody death of 33-year-old Saul Laliberte. CBC News (Canada) 12/7/2023 News Warring organised crime gangs believed to be behind string of arson attacks across Melbourne, police say AUSTRALIA: Victoria Police believe two feuding organised crime gangs are behind a string of arson attacks across Melbourne, including a Collingwood supermarket that was torched last month. ABC News (Australia) 12/7/2023 News Premiers say they’re concerned — and confused — about Ottawa’s plans for the future of the RCMP CANADA: Federal government says it's reviewing the RCMP's contract obligations to provinces. Manitoba Premier Heather Stefanson said she and other provincial leaders are in the dark about the federal government's plans for the future of the RCMP, despite the fact that they rely on Mounties to keep parts of their provinces safe. CBC News (Canada) 12/7/2023 News Cardiff riot: Chief defends police boss’s Ely claims South Wales Police's chief constable has defended a colleague's claims that two boys who died in an e-bike crash in Cardiff were not chased by officers. BBC 12/7/2023 News Ministers McEntee and Browne pass legislation to deliver range of new offences to tackle crime and protect victims REPUBLIC OF IRELAND: Minister for Justice Helen McEntee has this evening passed a wide ranging Bill through all stages in the Oireachtas to deliver on a series of her commitments in the Department of Justice to build stronger, safer communities. The Criminal Justice (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill, which was also worked on by Minister of State for Law Reform James Browne, has completed its passage through the Houses and has now been sent to the President for signature and enactment. Government of Ireland 12/7/2023 News Former police officer convicted of bribery offences A former officer responsible for policing nightclubs and bars in London’s West End has been convicted of taking bribes including tickets to exclusive events, a family holiday to Morocco, and renovations to his home. Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) 12/7/2023 News National leader pledges committment to clean up policing The new Chair for the national body which represents Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) has pledged her commitment to clean up policing and reset police-public relations. Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) 12/7/2023 News Man charged with a further 65 offences AUSTRALIA: On Tuesday 11 July 2023, Child Abuse Squad detectives charged a 24-year-old man with an additional 65 offences as a result of their investigation into the alleged indecent recording of children, both boys and girls, at a sports centre in Craigie. Western Australia Police Force 12/7/2023 News Queensland man who beat police officer with crowbar in Caboolture released from prison AUSTRALIA: A Moreton Bay man who "conducted surveillance" on a police officer's home for days before breaking into his house and beating him with a crowbar has been released from prison ABC News (Australia) 12/7/2023 News Police seize largest haul of ketamine in Aus history AUSTRALIA: An alleged Victorian crime syndicate has been busted over the largest seizure of ketamine in Australian history following a series of raids. Three men were arrested at a rural property near Geelong on Tuesday as police uncovered 174 kilograms of ketamine, a border-controlled drug used by doctors and vets as a pain killer and sedative. 1 News (New Zealand) 12/7/2023 News Former Met officer jailed for taking bribes while policing West End nightlife Frank Partridge found guilty of four counts of bribery including £7,000 luxury family holiday and tickets to exclusive events The Guardian 12/7/2023 News Teen Mongrel Mob member involved in Taranaki murder of Rei Marshall given home detention NEW ZEALAND: A teen prospect involved in a gang-related murder assured the court he was cutting ties with the Mongrel Mob but after his calls to a jailed gang boss were intercepted, it was discovered he has instead been patched, complete with the gang’s insignia tattooed on his back. NZ Herald (New Zealand) 12/7/2023 News New Zealand and China split $70 million forfeited criminal proceeds NEW ZEALAND: New Zealand is giving $38 million to China over a Canadian-Chinese businessman who laundered millions here for years, then last month tried to become mayor of Toronto. 1 News (New Zealand) 12/7/2023 News Northamptonshire Police officer skipped shift to attend wedding A former police officer who called in sick to attend a colleague's wedding the next day was caught out when his line manager was at the same event. BBC 12/7/2023 News Police to keep a close eye on drivers this Matariki weekend NEW ZEALAND: Police want to make sure motorists heading home to Northland for Matariki get to reflect and be with whānau and friends this long weekend. New Zealand Police 12/7/2023 News Bournemouth University develops police wellbeing app A team from Bournemouth University has developed a mobile phone app to support mental health and wellbeing for police officers. UKAuthority.com 12/7/2023 News Sentencing guidelines for perverting the course of justice and witness intimidation published New sentencing guidelines for perverting the course of justice and witness intimidation will come into effect on October 1. Police Professional 12/7/2023 News «128012811282128312841285128612871288Next ›Last » Upcoming events View all events
