‘Challenging’: Man accused of baby’s murder, torture
A four-month-old boy was allegedly the victim of shaken baby syndrome in 2024, leading to a 22-year-old man being charged with torture and murder.
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Prominent Jewish family hit by 1500 threats a month
Australian Jewish families have documented threats to their daughters from other children, leaving them scared to go to school or public places.
‘I have a hostage’: findings released after fatal siege
Police who shot dead an armed fugitive who held his pregnant wife hostage were inadequately prepared for the risks they faced, a coroner has found.
Ex-Liberal leader’s ultimatum after assault accusation
A state Liberal MP has been told to apologise or face a "harder" option after her assault allegation against the party's former leader was not substantiated.
Cop killer gets decades after point blank ‘execution’
A man who shot dead a veteran police officer during a routine job has been sentenced, with a judge describing the murder as a premeditated ambush.
Cop accused of threats with police gun granted bail
A detective senior constable has been accused of multiple violent offences including using his police-issue firearm as part of threatening behaviour.
Detective hit with stalking, violence and sex offences
A senior detective is accused of committing a range of stalking and domestic violence offences over a period of years, some while he was allegedly on-duty.
Government Under Fire As Overcrowded Watch Houses Reach Breaking Point
Despite multi-million dollar funding promises, Queensland's watch house crisis continues to deepen. Hundreds of individuals, including young children, are still being trapped in adult holding cells meant only for short-term stays.
Innocent man almost mowed down after gangland shooting
CCTV captured the moment a car believed to be driven by the shooters almost hit an innocent pedestrian as it fled the scene of an underworld shooting.
Burnt-out truck leads to nation’s biggest cocaine bust
The second-biggest haul of illicit drugs in Australian history has disrupted a major crime syndicate locked in a gangland war, police say.
Youth crime dip sparks older offenders, reforms debate
Youth crime is falling in one state but it is unclear whether the government's tough "adult crime, adult time" reforms are playing a role in the trend.
‘Mothership’ linked to $100m cocaine and meth plot
Six people have been charged over an alleged $100 million cocaine and methamphetamine pipeline fed by a drug ''mothership'' moored offshore.
Tragic end in search for girl after dad’s river death
A major search for a young girl missing after her father was found dead in a river has ended in a double tragedy.
Long fight for answers over more possible Milat victims
Loved ones of murdered and missing people have decried a lack of interest from police in finding those responsible for the unsolved crimes.
‘Scared, humiliated’: senior police blamed for culture
Bullying is as much a part of the NSW Police as wearing a uniform, one member has told a scathing review into toxic culture within the force.
Violence in N.Ireland is racist thuggery: UK minister
Northern Ireland's ethnic community is living in fear after days of anti-immigrant violence, the province's minister says, as he slams the "appalling" riots.
Conflicting claims as cops fight NRL star assault case
A bloody encounter between an NRL star and two police officers accused of his assault is under the microscope with competing accounts of the night.
Weapons seized after violent disturbance at town camp
Up to 100 people wielding a variety of weapons have been involved in a violent disturbance in a remote town camp.
One of Australia’s most wanted men arrested in Greece
An international, two-decade manhunt has come to an end after Greek police reportedly arrested a man over a 1999 Sydney murder.
‘Hard day’ for teen’s family as killer cop sentenced
A First Nations father is pleased the serving police officer who killed his son is being held accountable and hopes he will reflect on his mistakes.
Teen’s police HQ terror attack unpreventable: coroner
The radicalisation of a school student who went on to commit a horrific killing of a police worker only took place a month before the shooting.
Hero of Bondi attack charged with assaulting father
Lauded for his heroic efforts to disarm the Bondi Beach shooters, Ahmed al Ahmed is accused of assaulting his father.
Plot to smuggle a fugitive bikie to Indonesia foiled
Attempted people smuggling charges have been laid for the first time in WA after a plan to sail a fugitive bikie from an outback town to Indonesia was foiled.
Corruption watchdog probes police funding fiasco
A review has uncovered a $400 million hole in a state police budget with funds meant for frontline diverted elsewhere, triggering a corruption watchdog probe.
‘Load of crap’: underworld figure jokes after arrest
An underworld figure has emerged from his beachside mansion after his arrest and release, quipping he was taken into custody over a "speeding fine".
Anti-Herzog protesters and polices set for showd
Demonstrators arrested at a rally opposing the Israeli president's visit will have their day in court as the battle to have their charges dropped ramps up.
UK government condemns riot over teen’s stabbing death
A British minister blames activists for stirring up violence over the case of an 18-year-old who was handcuffed as he lay dying and his killer stood nearby.
‘Violent’ police culture sparks calls for transparency
Australia's largest police force is being urged to be more transparent as it faces accusations of operating with a "brutal culture".
Video outrage: police shoot dog after running it over
A beloved pet that was struck by a police car has been euthanised in front of children in a distressing scene.
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Elder’s grief as Olympics stadium replaces healing site
The race to complete the 2032 stadium has begun at a city park despite protests, triggering fears a First Nations place of healing will be "gone forever".
Remembering the human cost of running towards danger
First responders face trauma shift after shift. A firefighter with PTSD says Australians can help by simply being "a good mate".