Colorado Candidate Arrested After Child's Hot Tub Incident
A Republican state senate candidate in Colorado faces felony child neglect charges after his 4-year-old daughter nearly drowned in a hotel hot tub while he went to a bar.
Category : Crime
Singer D4vd Isolated in Jail as Victim's Family Breaks Silence
Singer D4vd has been transferred to an isolated unit in Los Angeles jail following his arrest in the homicide case of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The victim's family has broken their silence, describing her as a loving girl while calling for just
Nigerian-American Triple Homicide Suspect Found Dead in Jail
Olaolukitan Adon Abel, a Nigerian-American man accused of killing three people in Atlanta, has died in custody. Authorities found him unresponsive in his cell, with no signs of foul play.
Ex-Beauty Queen Shot Dead, Mother-in-Law Suspect
Carolina Flores Gómez, a 27-year-old former beauty queen, was found dead from a gunshot wound in her upscale Mexico City apartment. Authorities have named her mother-in-law as the prime suspect in the case, which is being investigated as intentional homic
Police Arrest Six Kidnappers in Kaduna, Collect N24m Ransom
Nigeria Police arrest six suspects linked to the abduction of CSP Silas Kundi and his son in Kaduna. A ransom of N24 million was paid, but the son was rescued unharmed.
Rivers Summons OPM Founder Over Autistic Daughter Marriage
Rivers state government invites OPM founder Chibuzor Chinyere over controversial marriage plan for his autistic adopted daughter, citing legal concerns.
Rider Recovers Money from Scammer with Bank Trick
A dispatch rider shared how he outsmarted a customer who refused to pay for a delivery by using a bank transfer to force her to refund him.
Nigerian pleads guilty to $50m fraud, romance scams in US
A Nigerian national, Animashaun Adebo, has pleaded guilty to wire fraud conspiracy for BEC and romance schemes causing over $50 million in losses in the US.
Chelsea Sack Three Coaches After Brighton Loss
Chelsea have sacked three coaches after a £262.4 million loss. Fans call for head coach Liam Rosenior's dismissal following poor results.
Mother, Pregnant Teen, Son Slain in Alabama Home
A mother, her pregnant teen daughter, and 12-year-old son were found murdered in their Alabama home, bound with zip ties and killed in separate rooms.
CLO petitions German govt over Nigerian woman's child custody
Civil Liberties Organisation petitions German government and UN over the alleged unlawful foster care of a Nigerian woman's child in Germany, citing abuse and falsified documents.
Troops rescue three kidnapped victims in Niger State
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA rescued three kidnapped victims in Niger State after a swift response to a distress call in Kusheri village.
Police Vow Prosecution of Trans-Border Murder Suspect
The Nigeria Police Force has paraded a 38-year-old multiple murder suspect arrested by INTERPOL in Benin Republic, recovering a Lexus LX 570, passport, and phones. The suspect is linked to two high-profile killings in Lagos in 2023 and 2024.
EFCC Alerts on Impersonations, ICPC Dismisses N50b Claim
The EFCC warns of criminals impersonating its officers in fake sting operations, while the ICPC denies a viral N50 billion bribery video as false and AI-generated.
NDLEA Forfeits N33.6 Billion Opioids from Onne Port
The Federal High Court in Port Harcourt has granted an interim forfeiture order for 17 containers of illicit opioids worth over N33.6 billion intercepted at Onne Port. The NDLEA hailed the move as a major blow to drug cartels' financial resources.
Woman Arrested in Ogun for Minibus Theft and Repainting
Police in Ogun State have apprehended a 22-year-old woman, Afeez Khadijat, over the alleged theft and repainting of a minibus along Ikhasi Road, Kajola, Omu-Ijebu. The suspect was caught with evidence including mobile phones and paint supplies, as investi
Police Arrest Seven Over Burglary, Phone Snatching in Yobe
Yobe State Police Command has dismantled a criminal syndicate, arresting seven suspects for burglary, theft, and phone snatching in Damaturu communities. The suspects confessed to stealing nine phones, with six recovered as exhibits.
Police Arrest Suspect with Illegal Firearm in Cross River
Cross River State Police Command arrests 34-year-old Ukong Abraham for unlawful firearm possession in Ikom. The arrest followed a complaint of assault, leading to a manhunt and recovery of a locally made pistol. Investigations are ongoing.
EFCC Arrests Fake Lawyer with Forged NBA Seal in Lagos
The EFCC has arrested John Anoruo, a suspected fake lawyer, in Lagos for possessing a forged Nigerian Bar Association seal. He confessed to obtaining the seal from a business centre.
Teen Saved After Mouthing 'Help' to Clerk During Kidnapping
A 16-year-old girl in Michigan was rescued from a kidnapper after silently mouthing 'help' to a gas station worker. The suspect, Donald Fields, faces multiple charges including kidnapping and sexual assault.
Businessman Wanted for Murder Arrested in Benin Republic
Hammed Tajudeem Akanbi, a Lagos-based businessman accused of multiple murders and property destruction, has been arrested in Cotonou by INTERPOL and handed over to Nigerian authorities for prosecution.
Three Jailed for Assaulting KAI Officers in Lagos
A Lagos magistrate's court has convicted and sentenced three men for assaulting Kick Against Indiscipline officials during a routine enforcement operation in Ikeja. The state government warns against attacks on law enforcement personnel.
EFCC Alerts on Fake Sting Operations by Impersonators
The EFCC warns of criminal gangs impersonating officers to conduct fake sting operations, harassing youths and motorists, and creating fraudulent online content to smear the agency's reputation.
Businessman Remanded Over N16.5m Forex Fraud in Lagos Court
A Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the remand of businessman Fowowe Olanrewaju Akinola for alleged N16.5 million forex fraud. He faces charges including conspiracy and money laundering, with the case adjourned to June 2026.
Police Nab Suspect Over Illegal Firearm in Cross River State
Cross River State Police Command has arrested Ukong Abraham, 34, for unlawful possession of a firearm in Ikom LGA. The arrest followed a complaint by Delight Benjamin, 22, who alleged assault, leading to a manhunt and recovery of a locally made pistol.
Fugitive Businessman Arrested in Benin for Lagos Killings
A fugitive businessman linked to multiple violent crimes in Lagos has been arrested in Benin Republic by Interpol and handed over to Nigerian police for prosecution.
Teacher Arrested for Sapsxual Assault on Adopted Baby, Filmed Crime
A teacher has been arrested for allegedly sapsxually assaulting a baby boy he was adopting and filming the child's fight for life, sparking outrage and calls for justice.
Woman Sets Apartment Ablaze After Assault Over Alcohol Money
A domestic dispute over alcohol money in Mncitsini, Swaziland, escalated into assault and arson, with both lovers facing criminal charges after a violent confrontation.
NDLEA Forfeits N33.6bn Opioids in Port Harcourt Court Order
A Federal High Court in Port Harcourt grants NDLEA interim forfeiture of 17 containers with illicit opioids worth N33.6 billion, seized at Onne Port in 2025.
Nigerian Woman Arrested in Ghana for Brothel Operation
Ghana Police Service arrests 28-year-old Nigerian Esther Egbuhama for allegedly running a brothel at Mama Nice Lodge in Ashanti Region. Raid conducted based on intelligence, with accomplices fleeing the scene.
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