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technology1 month ago•2 min saved

Police Crack Down on £3m Illegal TV Piracy Network with 10 Servers Seized

Four people were arrested in a City of London Police-led crackdown across Greater Manchester and Lancashire on a £3m illegal TV streaming network. Ten servers and other equipment worth about £750,000 were seized as investigators say the operation disrupted an organised scheme that generated more than £3m in revenue and involved conspiracy to distribute copyright-infringing content and money laundering; suspects were released under investigation after servers were shut down following the tip from Sky.

via BBC|

#copyright-infringement #illegal-streaming #iptv-piracy

world1 month ago•2 min saved

Gunman on the run after triple-murder in Lake Cargelligo, NSW

A gunman killed three people and wounded another in two Lake Cargelligo locations, New South Wales; the suspect, whose name hasn’t been released, fled by vehicle and remains at large as heavily armed police search the town and cordon off areas while investigators pursue leads; the victims were local residents connected to the suspect, and the case is ongoing.

via AP News|

#gun-violence #gunman #lake-cargelligo

world3 months ago•7 min saved

Rio's Deadly Police Raid Highlights Brazil’s Ongoing Crime Crisis

A massive police and military raid in Rio de Janeiro targeting the Red Command gang resulted in over 120 deaths, arrests, and seizures of weapons and drugs, highlighting Brazil's ongoing struggle with entrenched organized crime, community violence, and the complex social and political challenges involved in combating these criminal networks.

via CNN|

#criminal-networks #gang-violence #organized-crime

world4 months ago•2 min saved

Brazil Launches Inquiry into Deadly Rio Gang Raid That Killed Over 130

Brazilian President Lula condemned a police raid against a gang in Rio de Janeiro that resulted in 121 deaths, calling it a massacre and calling for an investigation into the circumstances of the operation, which involved intense clashes and drone attacks.

via CBS News|

#brazil #gang-violence #massacre

world4 months ago•0 min saved

Rio de Janeiro Violence: 64 Dead in Major Police Raid

A massive police and military operation in Rio de Janeiro targeting the Red Command gang resulted in at least 60 deaths, with 2,500 officers involved, marking the city's largest raid and causing significant disruption including school closures.

via The Independent|

#gang-raid #police-operation #red-command

world5 months ago•1 min saved

South African Police Seize R350 Million Crystal Meth Lab, Arrest Five Foreign Nationals

South African police uncovered a $20 million crystal meth lab on a farm, arresting five individuals from North America and seizing manufacturing equipment, with others fleeing; the country is a major crystal meth market due to its geography and porous borders.

via BBC|

#crystal-meth #drug-bust #illegal-drugs

world5 months ago•4 min saved

Trump’s UK Visit Sparks Royal Celebrations and Security Measures

Britain is preparing its largest security operation since the 2023 coronation for President Trump's upcoming visit, involving extensive measures like drones, snipers, and armed police, heightened by recent threats and incidents, to ensure safety during his three-day stay.

via The New York Times|

#police-operation #threats #trump

local-news9 months ago•1 min saved

Authorities Search Ozarks Caves for Escaped Prisoner Grant Hardin

Arkansas State Police clarified that their police presence in Fort Smith was part of a planned operation unrelated to the search for Grant Hardin, although they are also working to locate him in collaboration with the Arkansas Department of Corrections.

via KHBS|

#arkansas-state-police #fort-smith #grant-hardin

world-news1 year ago•3 min saved

South Africa Blocks Supplies to 4,000 Miners in Illegal Mine Standoff

Over 4,000 illegal miners, known as Zama Zama, are trapped in an abandoned mine in Stilfontein, South Africa, amid a standoff with authorities who have blocked supplies to force them out. The miners, mostly from neighboring countries, have been underground for months, with some emerging frail and weak. South African officials refuse to assist, labeling them criminals, while community members protest for their release. The operation, Vala Umgodi, has already led to over 1,000 arrests. Critics argue for the miners' right to life and fair trial.

via CBS News|

#human-rights #illegal-mining #police-operation

crime1 year ago•1 min saved

Record Cocaine Bust in Spanish Banana Shipment; Woman Arrested, Two Fugitives

Spanish police seized a record 13 tons of cocaine hidden in a banana shipment at the port of Algeciras, marking the country's largest-ever drug haul. The shipment originated from Guayaquil, Ecuador, a known drug-trafficking hub. A woman linked to the importing company was arrested in Toledo, while two other suspects remain at large. Spain's strategic location makes it a key entry point for drugs into Europe, with similar large-scale cocaine seizures in banana shipments occurring across the continent.

via CBS News|

#banana-shipment #cocaine #crime

international-news1 year ago•2 min saved

Italian Police Rescue 33 Indian Farm Workers from Slavery

Italian police have rescued 33 Indian farm laborers from slave-like conditions in Verona, arresting two Indian men for exploiting them. The workers were promised jobs and better futures but were forced to work long hours for minimal pay to settle debts, with their passports confiscated. This incident highlights the ongoing issue of migrant worker exploitation in Italy.

via BBC.com|

#exploitation #human-trafficking #international-news

crime1 year ago•1 min saved

Armed Man Arrested After Hostage Standoff in Dutch Nightclub

A suspect has been arrested after allegedly taking hostages at a bar in the Dutch town of Ede, prompting the evacuation of about 150 homes. The assailant's motive is unclear, and there is no indication of terrorism. Three hostages were released earlier in the day, and the final hostage, believed to be an employee cleaning the bar, was let go later. The suspect, known to the judiciary and previously convicted of a crime, brandished multiple knives and had a backpack whose contents remain unclear. Authorities will now investigate the suspect's motive and mental state.

via CNN|

#crime #ede #hostage-situation

crime1 year ago•3 min saved

Arrest Made in Dutch Nightclub Hostage Standoff

A hostage situation in central Ede, Netherlands, involving a man with a black rucksack and knives claiming to have explosives, ended with the arrest of the suspect and the release of the last hostage. The motive and mental state of the suspect are under investigation. The mayor urged restraint in sharing videos of the incident, and sympathized with those affected by the situation. The affected establishment, Cafe Petticoat, is a popular late-night hangout in central Ede.

via DW (English)|

#arrest #crime #ede

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

"SF Police Bust Shoplifting Ring, Arresting 17 Adults in Record-Breaking Blitz Operation"

The San Francisco Police Department conducted a one-day shoplifting enforcement operation at a retail store on Mission Street, resulting in the arrest of 17 adults, two of whom had outstanding warrants. The arrests were primarily for petty theft, and stolen property was recovered and returned to the store. The operation, named "Blitz '23," aims to reduce retail thefts and hold perpetrators accountable, with similar operations planned for the future.

via KRON4|

#arrests #crime #police-operation

crime2 years ago•0 min saved

"Troopers Conducting Ongoing Police Operation in Morrisville"

Vermont State Police are conducting a "police operation" in Morrisville as part of an active and ongoing investigation in a residential area on Center Road. A tactical unit, crisis negotiation team, and drone have been deployed, and the public is advised to avoid the area. There is no indication of any danger to the broader community.

via WCAX|

#crime #investigation #morrisville