Category: Crime

Crime

Harper Maddox
30 July 2025

German Customs Seize 1,500 Smuggled Tarantulas Disguised as Cookies at Cologne Airport

German customs at Cologne-Bonn Airport intercepted a cookie shipment from Vietnam packed with 1,500 tarantulas, sparking outrage over animal cruelty and wildlife trafficking. Officers discovered the spiders in plastic containers, hidden inside cake boxes, after detecting a suspicious odor. Authorities launched a criminal probe into the recipient.

Crime

Harper Maddox
20 July 2025

Albanian Burglar Flaunts Rolls-Royce in London While Asylum Application Stalls

Dorian Puka, an Albanian ex-con with two prior deportations for burglary, is causing a stir in London by driving a luxury Rolls-Royce while his asylum case drags on. His public displays highlight ongoing problems in the UK’s asylum and deportation process, sparking renewed criticism of systemic loopholes.

Crime

Harper Maddox
29 April 2025

Huw Edwards: Disgraced BBC Presenter Escapes Jail after Child Image Offences

Huw Edwards, former BBC newsreader, was sentenced to a six-month jail term suspended for two years after pleading guilty to possession of indecent images of children. His defence highlighted health concerns and a previously exemplary record. The high-profile case followed media allegations and led to major professional setbacks for Edwards.

Crime

Harper Maddox
25 March 2025

Cain Velasquez Sentenced to 5 Years for 2022 Vigilante Shooting

Cain Velasquez, former UFC star, was sentenced to 5 years for a 2022 shooting that stemmed from a personal quest for justice after his son faced alleged abuse. He pursued and shot at Harry Goularte's vehicle, inadvertently injuring Goularte's stepfather. Velasquez accepted charges, credited with some time served. Goularte awaits his trial in 2025, while Velasquez, claimed CTE-influenced actions, faces remaining custody.

Crime

Harper Maddox
18 March 2025

80-Year-Old Fugitive Finally Arrested After Long Escape in Thailand

Richard Burrows, an 80-year-old former housemaster and scout leader, was arrested at Heathrow Airport after evading justice for 27 years. Convicted of 97 child abuse offences, he fled to Thailand in 1997, using a stolen identity to hide. Burrows admitted guilt but remained remorseless, calling his time on the run 'living in paradise.' Sentencing is set for April 2024.