Crime7 days agoDevon and Cornwall arsons down 40% in five yearsThe full figures may be higher as they do not include all of 2024.7 days ago7 days agoLuigi Mangione faces first-degree murder charge in death of healthcare CEOThe suspect faces first-degree murder and second-degree murder charges in the killing of CEO Brian Thompson.7 days agoUS & Canada15 Dec 2024New name, no photos: Gisèle Pelicot removes all trace of her husbandIn the years before the mass rape trial that has shocked France, Gisèle almost caught Dominique Pelicot.15 Dec 2024Europe14 Dec 2024Tracing the powerful family roots of suspected killer Luigi MangioneIn his home city, the accused shooter's family name has meant wealth, power, prominence and philanthropy for decades.14 Dec 2024US & Canada12 Dec 2024Harshita Brella told family her husband would kill her, mother tells BBCHarshita's body was found in the boot of a car in east London last month.12 Dec 2024UK12 Dec 2024'Progress is being made to stop youth knife crime'Actor Idris Elba says "joined-up thinking" is needed to tackle youth violence.12 Dec 2024England12 Dec 2024Record court backlog as victims wait years for justiceIn some cases, victims reporting serious crimes such as rape won't see suspects tried for four years.12 Dec 2024UK12 Dec 2024Radio rollout to help seaside shoppers feel saferOne hundred businesses are being handed radios to help crack down on anti-social behaviour.12 Dec 2024Essex11 Dec 2024Police chief 'may have to cut 200 officers'Ben-Julian Harrington says without more money, he faces “tough decisions”.11 Dec 2024Essex