Crown Court venue on the south bank of the Thames, London
South Africa's police commissioner Fannie Masemola has been placed on precautionary suspension following charges of violating the Public Finance Management Act related to a R360 million tender. Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane is acting police commissioner as Masemola faces court proceedings. The suspension follows ongoing corruption allegations within the police force, impacting public trust and political stability.
A roundup of recent murder cases across several outlets, highlighting trials in Teesside, London, Southampton, and Oldbury. Reports cover the defendants’ actions, court findings, and sentencing developments as cases unfold.
Former Nigerian petroleum minister Diezani Alison-Madueke has been acquitted on all charges in a London court after jurors found no bribery or conspiracy to commit bribery. The verdict closes a long-running case tied to Nigeria's oil sector and UK investigations stemming from 2013–2024.
A former parliamentary aide has admitted using confidential information to bet on the date of Britain3s 2024 general election. The case involves a number of Conservative figures and the party 0after losing power. Trials for others continue.
A Los Angeles jury has found Chris Brown liable for negligence in a lawsuit brought by Maria Avila, a housekeeper attacked by Brown’s guard dog Hades. Avila is awarded $12.9 million, with her sister and husband also receiving damages; Brown argued the dog was needed for security and that he alerted staff about the animals.