Tag: Criminal Justice
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Expert calls for broad inquiry into the science of shaken baby syndrome
Background A growing chorus of medical and legal experts is calling for a broad, independent inquiry into the science underpinning shaken baby syndrome (SBS). The push comes after a high-profile case in which a man spent nearly six years in jail for shaking his infant son, a conviction that is now viewed with renewed scrutiny…
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York Court Hears Guilty Plea in Rape Case as Second Man Cleared of Charge
Overview of the Case A significant development took place at York Crown Court this week as Eid Anwar Fathi Najjar, 20, admitted to serious sexual offenses, including one count of rape and one count of sexual assault. The defendant, previously living on Burton Stone Lane in York, appeared before Judge Sean Morris for sentencing after…
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York Crown Court: Man Admits Rape as Another Man Cleared
Summary of the Case A man has admitted to rape in a case that also saw another individual cleared of rape charges, according to proceedings at York Crown Court. The developments come after a tense courtroom session that drew media attention and sparked discussions about how rape cases are investigated and prosecuted in the region.…
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York Crown Court: Man Admits Rape, Another Cleared – Key Details of the Najjar Case
Overview of the York Case At York Crown Court, the case of Eid Anwar Fathi Najjar has drawn attention after he admitted to a serious sexual offence. Najjar, who was 20 at the time of the hearing and previously living on Burton Stone Lane in York, appeared before Judge Sean Morris. The court heard that…
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Dublin firefighter Terence Crosbie sentenced to at least seven years for rape in Boston
Background and Sentencing A Dublin firefighter, Terence Crosbie, has been sentenced to a minimum of seven years in prison for rape in Boston. The case concluded after a jury deliberated for three days before delivering a unanimous verdict. Crosbie has been in custody for 18 months as the legal proceedings reached their resolution. The verdict…
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Three Men Sentenced for Manslaughter of Tom Niland in West Sligo
Background of the Case In a case that gripped a rural community in west Sligo, three men were sentenced to terms ranging from 14 to 15 years for the manslaughter of farmer Tom Niland. Mr Justice Paul McDermott described the incident as a “savage” and planned attack on an elderly, defenceless man in his own…
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NBI Seeks Interpol Red Notice for Royina Garma in Murder Case
Overview: NBI seeks international cooperation in high-profile case The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has formally requested the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) to issue a red notice against former Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) general manager Royina Garma. A red notice is an international appeal to locate and provisionally arrest a person pending extradition…
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Selangor Fatal School Stabbing: Parents Speak and Investigation
Outline of the incident A fatal stabbing at a Selangor school has left the community in shock and authorities grappling with questions about motive and prevention. A 14-year-old boy was arrested in connection with the alleged killing of a 16-year-old female student at SMK Bandar Utama Damansara (4) in Petaling Jaya. Two sharp implements were…
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Selangor fatal school stabbing: Family of suspect grapples with unthinkable loss
Overview of the Selangor school stabbing In a case that has shocked many in Malaysia, police say a 14-year-old boy allegedly stabbed a fellow student to death at a secondary school in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. The incident, which occurred at SMK Bandar Utama Damansara (4) on Oct 14, has prompted a swift police response and…
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Pennsylvania Governor’s Mansion Fire: 25–50 Year Sentence
A High‑Profile Plea in a Disturbing Fire at the Pennsylvania Governor’s Residence The man accused of setting fire to Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s residence in Harrisburg on the second day of Passover has received a lengthy prison sentence. Cody Balmer, 38, accepted a plea deal that nets him 25 to 50 years in state prison…