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#gun-violence
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Trump news at a glance: DC crackdown expands with national guard to be deployed by three more states

Federal crackdown in DC faces criticism for ineffectiveness against crime despite deployment of national guard troops.
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Exclusive | Thug who's terrorized NYC since he was 14 still getting breaks thanks to Raise the Age Law

Lloyd Francis, a 21-year-old with extensive criminal history, was able to evade severe punishment due to the state's Raise the Age Law, having spent only two years incarcerated despite multiple serious charges including attempted murder.
US politics
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Minority Report: Now with more spreadsheets and guesswork

The UK government plans to use AI to create interactive crime maps that identify potential crime hotspots, using a mix of data from police, councils, and social services.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Supermarket giant says it will pay customers to report shoplifters

Iceland offers £1 reward to customers reporting shoplifters to combat significant losses from theft.
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

D.C. clergy slam federal takeover: 'Fear is not a strategy for safety'

The D.C. religious leaders acknowledged the seriousness of crime in the city but rejected what they called 'fear-based governance.' They argued that true public safety comes not from what they call 'political theater' or military presence, but through long-term collaboration among government, civic and private sectors.
Washington DC
US politics
fromAxios
1 week ago

Violent crime in border cities fell below national rate in 2024

Border cities saw a significant decrease in violent crime rates, well below the national average.
#community-safety
fromCity Journal
1 week ago

New York Confronts Ideological Violence: 10 Blocks podcast

Random acts of violence in New York City are increasingly common and difficult to prevent.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Trump orders increased federal law enforcement in Washington DC to combat crime - US politics live

The White House announced an increased presence of federal law enforcement in Washington DC for at least the next week to combat crime amid Donald Trump's suggestions to take over the city's governance.
US politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago

'Mind the Grab': New campaign warns of threat from phone thieves on Oxford Street

Stay aware of phone theft risks near curbs in London.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

'It's the ultimate example of depriving the criminal' - Cab chief vows to target crime bosses through trophy homes

The Criminal Assets Bureau sold €4.9m worth of properties linked to criminals last year, prioritizing the seizure of trophy homes.
#public-safety
fromThe New York Sun
4 weeks ago
NYC politics

Mamdani, Threatening To Dismantle Policing Achievements That Make New York Livable, Pushes a 'Department of Community Safety'

fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago
Brooklyn

500 NYC bodegas getting panic buttons with direct police link to help fight crime, Mayor Adams says | amNewYork

fromThe New York Sun
4 weeks ago
NYC politics

Mamdani, Threatening To Dismantle Policing Achievements That Make New York Livable, Pushes a 'Department of Community Safety'

fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago
Brooklyn

500 NYC bodegas getting panic buttons with direct police link to help fight crime, Mayor Adams says | amNewYork

fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago

Reform UK council leader says police should be able to shoot people if necessary'

"...police should have the proper backing to shoot those who pose a risk to officers or members of the public..."
UK news
#robbery
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

'Don't Lie for the Other Guy.' ATF targets straw purchases of guns

Special Agent John Vecchio stated during a press conference, 'The message behind the campaign is simple: If you're buying a gun for someone who can't legally own one, you are committing a crime. You're helping potentially arm someone with dangerous intentions.' This emphasizes the seriousness of straw purchases and their implications on public safety.
US politics
#facial-recognition
UK politics
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago

Gang members caught with machetes and guns were left free to wage armed war

Sussex Police apprehended two men with weapons; gang violence involving youth persists, revealing systemic failures in handling juvenile offenders.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
1 month ago

More than 6,000 packets of illegal cigarettes and tobacco seized in Norbury raid

Croydon Council seized over 6,000 counterfeit cigarette packets, leading to the prosecution of Sylwester Krauze for illegal tobacco sales.
US politics
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

National Night Out at Waterfront Park (Martinez)

National Night Out promotes community engagement and crime prevention while fostering relationships between local law enforcement and residents.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago

The east London towns getting more police on the beat to combat summer crime 'blitz'

More police are deployed in east London town centres this summer as part of a 'blitz' on crime.
#shoplifting
#london
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Southport inquiry will examine one of most egregious crimes' in UK history

The inquiry will investigate how it was possible for Rudakubana to cause such devastation, analysing decisions behind his troubling behavior and identifying relevant failings.
UK news
#knife-crime
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Why you should blur your house on Google Maps - and how to do it

The crooks are looking for new and innovative ways to victimise people, and it's good for the public to be aware and counter what the criminals are already doing.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Predator who raped schoolgirl, 13, in an alleyway near Croydon shopping centre is jailed

Amini's attack on this vulnerable girl was predatory and calculated. He has demonstrated himself to be a dangerous sexual offender and this sentence prevents him from harming anyone else.
London politics
#fraud
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

North London fraudsters posed as police officers for cash scam

Three fraudsters posed as police officers to defraud victims in North Yorkshire, emphasizing ongoing threats of courier fraud.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
London startup

Fraud up 33 per cent as AI and crypto scams see victims defrauded of millions

Fraud incidents in England and Wales rose dramatically, exposing vulnerabilities in crime prevention and victim support.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Moment prolific shoplifter nabbed in wave of undercover Met Police sting operations

Dramatic CCTV footage captured police officers arresting George Nicholson, a notorious shoplifter caught during a sting operation in Bromley, London.
London politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Video surveillance cameras coming to Brooklyn Heights Promenade

Surveillance cameras will be installed at Brooklyn Heights Promenade to enhance safety, as crime is rising.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Pleasanton police urge caution after string of robberies at ATM machines

Police have increased patrols around local bank parking lots after a string of ATM robberies, urging citizens to be cautious, especially after dark.
Privacy professionals
fromBustle
2 months ago

A 'Bridgerton' Actor Is Going Viral After Her Fight With A Thief

Genevieve Chenneour bravely fought off a phone thief, drawing on her instincts and training, reflecting on her surprising reaction afterward.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Tory MP who pursued suspected thief down London street and secured arrest praised for getting 'stuck in'

An MP successfully pursued and reported a suspect, showcasing civic responsibility and engagement.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Youth workers in London custody centres stop 90% reoffending, says report

The London VRU's youth diversion scheme significantly reduces reoffending among young violent offenders, achieving up to 90% success in preventing future crimes.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

More than 250k seized in courier fraud crackdown

The Met Police's crackdown on courier fraud has led to significant arrests and cash seizures, primarily affecting elderly victims.
fromMission Local
2 months ago

Day 79 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: Stolen bins and unwanted guests at Mission Hiring Hall

Increased police presence has made streets feel safer for local workers.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

UK's most senior police officer criticises early prison release scheme

Sir Mark Rowley stated that the early release of offenders, without proper analysis of policing impact, will burden police forces already stretched by austerity cuts.
UK politics
#policing
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

San Jose police arrest suspects in dangerous copper wire theft

Copper wire theft endangers lives and disrupts essential services like power and telecommunications, particularly increasing post-COVID due to higher demand.
France politics
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

Minister calls for France to become 'cashless society'

France's justice minister advocates for a cashless society to combat crime, raising questions about the country's readiness to abandon cash.
#police
London food
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Moment dangerous paedophile, 73, confesses to police he took girl, six, from her school in south London

Facial recognition technology successfully identified a registered sex offender attempting to befriend a young child in South London.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Unsung Big Apple heroes - NYC's hospital cops - finally get their day

Health + Hospitals Police Department recognized for their crucial role in public safety without firearms.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

CCTV cameras for Leicester Square, Soho and Chinatown to spot more phone snatchers and drug dealers

CCTV cameras are being deployed in the West End to enhance security and reduce crime, part of a significant £2 million upgrade.
from48 hills
3 months ago

Newsom's latest attack on the unhoused is brutal, cruel-and a political fail - 48 hills

Newsom's approach to homelessness reflects a harsh political strategy rather than effective policy, neglecting the need for affordable housing solutions.
#surveillance
Privacy technologies
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

In Sao Paulo, Big Brother' is watching, with 25,000 cameras and facial recognition technology

Smart Sampa's AI-driven surveillance system has successfully apprehended over 1,000 criminals in Sao Paulo, enhancing public safety without violence.
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

44 percent: Florida Memorial upgrades, Circle of Brotherhood, Miami judge

The Circle of Brotherhood needs community support after losing federal funding essential for crime prevention efforts.
Data science
fromFast Company
3 months ago

The real-life risks of predictive policing-and what one city is doing differently

Predictive policing mirrors the ethical dilemmas of the film "Minority Report" regarding preemptive arrests and accountability.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

EXCLUSIVE: Orinda residents pay and install cameras after 108 residential burglaries

We originally went to city council, made the ask for them to put cameras in this neighborhood and didn't follow through over the ensuing months.
SF parents
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Adams' bodega panic buttons are make-believe politics - and could be just the start

Mayor Adams announced a $1.6M plan for 500 bodegas to install panic buttons to deter crime, emphasizing a reactive approach to safety.
fromMission Local
3 months ago

Day 55 of the 16th St. crackdown: driving the 49 bus

Muni drivers on route 49 observe ongoing issues of illegal street vending and drug use in San Francisco, regardless of police efforts.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Security cameras are coming to Altadena to combat surge in thefts. Some residents say it's not enough

Altadena sees a 450% rise in residential burglaries, prompting law enforcement to install security cameras.
fromThe Oaklandside
3 months ago

Oakland violence prevention programs defunded by Trump administration

Major funding cuts to violence prevention programs in Oakland due to DOJ's $811 million reduction in grants.
Local organizations are directly impacted, facing financial strain and potential program cuts.
NYC politics
fromPCMAG
3 months ago

NYC Bets on AI Surveillance to Clean Up Subways, Predict Criminal Behavior

MTA is leveraging AI to enhance subway security by identifying potential threats in real-time using video surveillance.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Trump Orders Hegseth and Bondi and to Determine How Military' Can Be Used in Domestic Law Enforcement

Trump's executive order seeks to employ military assets for domestic law enforcement purposes.
Gadgets
fromTravel + Leisure
3 months ago

I Got Mugged, Pickpocketed, Robbed, and Had My Car Broken Into on Trips-These Are 9 Products I Wish I'd Had

Travel has taught the author to be prepared for unexpected events, utilizing protective gear for safety.
Traveling smarter improves the experience and comfort on solo trips.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Youth centres may seem tame fare for politicians. But I've seen firsthand how they cut crime | Simon Jenkins

"The charity reckons half the people it served were saved from turning to crime, reflecting its essential role in addressing a chronic urban need."
London politics
Gadgets
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

San Jose police warning public of alarming car theft trend: Here's how to protect yourself

Car thieves in San Jose are increasingly using advanced technology to bypass ignition systems, making vehicle theft simpler.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Livermore drug bust nets mother and daughter

Authorities arrested a woman, her daughter, and her daughter's boyfriend for allegedly manufacturing and selling drugs at their residence near Granada High School.
SF parents
fromGothamist
4 months ago

United Bodegas of America renews call for 'panic buttons' in all NYC bodegas

The United Bodegas of America demands panic buttons and increased police monitoring in response to recent fatal bodega incidents.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Why are NY judges, lawmakers and other leftists conspiring to murder a Bronx woman?

New York's lenient legal system fails to protect victims, allowing dangerous criminals like Jarrell Coburn to repeatedly threaten and invade their homes.
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