Category : Crime


Woman Jailed for Impersonation and Visa Fraud in Lagos

A Lagos court has sentenced Mrs Remilekun Temitope Balogun-Okedeyi to one year's imprisonment for impersonating a NAFDAC official in a visa fraud scheme, following a petition from the British Deputy High Commission.

Two Arrested for Sexual Assault of Teen in Edo

Izuchukwu Nnamdi and David Nwokocha have been arrested for sexually assaulting Mercy Udeogba, 16, in Edo. The victim fled her aunt's home and was assaulted repeatedly. Authorities vow justice.

Chinese Man Jailed for Smuggling 2,200 Ants from Kenya

A Kenyan court has sentenced Chinese national Zhang Kequn to a 12-month jail term and a fine of 1 million shillings for attempting to smuggle over 2,200 live garden ants out of the country. The case highlights growing concerns over ant-trafficking and eco

Turkey School Shooting: Nine Killed in Second Attack in 48 Hours

A middle school in Kahramanmaraş, Turkey, was the site of a deadly shooting on Wednesday, April 15, resulting in nine fatalities and 13 injuries. This marks the second such incident in two days, raising concerns about a surge in violence in a country wher

Nigerian Man Gets 28 Years for Child Abuse in UK

A 61-year-old Nigerian man, Anthony Adewale Sobogun, has been sentenced to 28 years imprisonment in the UK for sexually abusing two children over 15 years. The Met Police investigation revealed horrific details, including rape and pregnancy.

Burial Argument Turns Deadly in Adamawa, Suspects Narrate

Two suspects in Adamawa state have recounted how a dispute at a burial ceremony escalated into a fatal stabbing of a 22-year-old man. Police confirm arrests as investigations continue into the violent clash between youths from neighboring villages.

FBI Releases Photos of Suspects in Offset Shooting

The FBI has released images of vehicles and suspects involved in the shooting of rapper Offset outside a Miami casino. The incident occurred on April 6, with the rapper hospitalized briefly before returning to perform.

Court Clears Pretty Mike of Drug Charges in Lagos

A Federal High Court in Lagos has discharged socialite Pretty Mike and a club supervisor from drug charges, ruling that NDLEA evidence failed to establish a prima facie case after a raid on his nightclub.

Man Arrested for Pouring Hot Oil on Wife in Lundazi

A 52-year-old man in Lundazi District, Zambia, has been arrested for allegedly pouring hot cooking oil on his 34-year-old wife during a marital dispute, causing severe injuries. Police confirmed the incident occurred on April 13, 2026, and the suspect fac

Nigerian Man Arrested in US for Deadly Shooting Spree

Olaolukitan Adon Abel, a 26-year-old Nigerian man, has been arrested in Georgia for three separate shootings that killed two women and injured a man. Authorities are investigating the motive behind the seemingly random attacks.

Police Probe Mob Killing in Taraba, Call for Calm

Taraba State Police Command launches investigation into a violent incident in Lau LGA where two men, including a forest guard, were killed. Commissioner urges restraint and peaceful coexistence.

Principal Shot While Tackling School Shooter, Saves Lives

Surveillance footage reveals Pauls Valley High School Principal Kirk Moore tackling an armed intruder, Victor Lee Hawkins, who entered the school with intent to harm. Moore was shot in the leg during the altercation but is recovering, hailed as a hero for

Mother Confesses to Faking Cancer for $20K Scam

A Nevada mother pleaded guilty to felony theft after admitting she fabricated a pancreatic cancer diagnosis to scam over $20,000 from victims, including a breast cancer survivor, via fake GoFundMe pages.

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