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Met Police Investigate Donations to UK's Reform Party
PoliticsBBCNYTle-monde+6The GuardianAl Jazeerale-figaroder-standardiefimeridanewsbeast1mo ago9 sources

Met Police Investigate Donations to UK's Reform Party

The Metropolitan Police are reportedly investigating donations made to the Reform UK party, led by Nigel Farage, following concerns about the origin of a significant sum of money. This comes amid growing calls for greater transparency and caps on political donations in the UK.

WorldNHK World1mo ago

Two Arrested for Fraudulent Credit Card Purchases in Japan

Two suspects in their 30s have been arrested by the Metropolitan Police Department in Japan for allegedly making large fraudulent purchases of gift certificates and other items using credit cards of debtors gathered via social media, while also changing registered addresses to fictitious ones to evade payment demands.

Metropolitan Police Officer Accused of Fatal Crash
Worlddelfi-ltThe Independent2mo ago2 sources

Metropolitan Police Officer Accused of Fatal Crash

A Metropolitan Police officer is accused of driving on the wrong side of the road at 80mph, leading to a crash that killed a pregnant woman. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for justice from the victim's family.

Politicsdhaka-tribune2mo ago

Dhaka Police Enhance Eid-ul-Azha Security

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has increased security measures ahead of Eid-ul-Azha, vowing a crackdown on crime during the festive period. The enhanced security aims to ensure public safety and prevent criminal activities.

London Police Form Unit Amid Soaring Antisemitic Hate Crime
CultureThe Guardianjutarnji-list3mo ago2 sources

London Police Form Unit Amid Soaring Antisemitic Hate Crime

Antisemitic hate crime in London has reached its highest level in two years, leading the Metropolitan Police to establish a dedicated specialist unit. This unit aims to combat the significant increase in attacks targeting Jewish individuals.

Politicstimes-uk3mo ago

Wimbledon School Crash Investigation

An investigation is underway following a crash at a Wimbledon school, with a rising Metropolitan Police star reportedly among 11 individuals being investigated.

Man Arrested for Repeatedly Ordering and Cancelling Magazine Merchandise
BusinessNHK World5d ago

Man Arrested for Repeatedly Ordering and Cancelling Magazine Merchandise

A 32-year-old man from Osaka has been arrested by the Metropolitan Police Department for repeatedly placing large orders on a major publisher's online shop and then failing to pay. He is suspected of making over 2,000 fraudulent orders, reportedly stating that he felt "refreshed" by purchasing items before they sold out.

TechnologyNHK World1mo ago

Tokyo Police Develop Stylish Bicycle Helmets to Boost Usage

The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, in collaboration with university students, has developed bicycle helmets designed to be "stylish and desirable to wear." The initiative aims to increase helmet usage rates and was promoted at a traffic safety class in Tokyo on the 12th.

WorldNHK World1mo ago

Four Yakuza Members Arrested for Illegally Registering Stolen Cars

Four members of the Inagawa-kai crime syndicate were arrested by the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department for allegedly illegally changing the registration of stolen luxury minivans. The stolen vehicles were reportedly used by individuals involved in special fraud cases.

Police Defend Closure of Nightclub Exit in Iceland
Politicsmorgunbladid1mo ago

Police Defend Closure of Nightclub Exit in Iceland

Unnar Már Ástþórsson, chief inspector with the Reykjavík Metropolitan Police, stated that the police had valid reasons for closing the nightclub Exit last Saturday, defending their actions against accusations of overreach.

WorldNHK World2mo ago

Leader of Illegal Scout Group 'Natural' Arrested in Japan

The number two leader of 'Natural,' Japan's largest illegal scout group operating in entertainment districts nationwide, was arrested in Osaka Prefecture by the Tokyo Metropolitan Police on suspicion of violating the Employment Security Act.

WorldNHK World2mo ago

Tokyo Police Raid Gold Dealer Amid Robbery Spree

Tokyo Metropolitan Police conducted a raid on a gold trading company in the city, following a series of robberies targeting gold transaction sites by anonymous, fluid criminal groups. The raid aims to understand transaction realities and provide crime prevention guidance.

Met Police to Share More Bodycam Footage Online
WorldBBC2mo ago

Met Police to Share More Bodycam Footage Online

London's Metropolitan Police announced plans to share more body camera footage online. The force stated that this initiative aims to help the public better understand the challenging role police officers perform.

Politicsdhaka-tribune2mo ago

DMP warns against fake traffic fine messages

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has issued a warning to the public regarding fraudulent messages falsely claiming traffic fines. Citizens are advised to be cautious of these scams.

London Mayor Blocks Met Police's £50 Million Palantir Deal
TechnologyBBCFTThe Guardian+3der-standardThe Independentseeking-alpha2mo ago6 sources

London Mayor Blocks Met Police's £50 Million Palantir Deal

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has blocked the Metropolitan Police's controversial £50 million contract with data analytics firm Palantir. The decision highlights ongoing debates about the use of AI in public services and police data handling.

Met Officers Investigated Over Al Fayed Abuse Complaint Handling
PoliticsBBCThe GuardianThe Independent3mo ago3 sources

Met Officers Investigated Over Al Fayed Abuse Complaint Handling

A serving Metropolitan Police officer and four former officers are under investigation regarding their handling of sexual abuse complaints made against the late Mohamed Al Fayed. The probe focuses on how these allegations were managed by the police.

London Police Create Specialist Unit to Protect Jewish Community
WorldBBCberlingskele-figaro+4Times of Indiahindustan-timesiefimeridajerusalem-post3mo ago7 sources

London Police Create Specialist Unit to Protect Jewish Community

London's Metropolitan Police have established a new specialist unit, reportedly comprising 100 officers, dedicated to protecting the Jewish community. This initiative comes in response to a recent rise in antisemitic attacks and threats against Jewish residents and institutions.

Four Injured in Brixton Drive-By Shooting
PoliticsBBCThe GuardianThe Independent3mo ago3 sources

Four Injured in Brixton Drive-By Shooting

Four people were injured, one critically, in a drive-by shooting in Brixton, London. Metropolitan Police described the incident as an 'act of indiscriminate violence'.

Epstein Housed Abuse Victims in London Flats, Probe Renewed
WorldBBCThe Independentindex-hr3mo ago3 sources

Epstein Housed Abuse Victims in London Flats, Probe Renewed

New reports reveal that Jeffrey Epstein housed victims of abuse in a network of London flats, even after a 2015 Metropolitan Police report. This revelation has led to renewed scrutiny of the Justice Ministry's handling of the Epstein case.

Met Police Officers Charged in Fatal Crash
WorldBBCThe Independent3mo ago2 sources

Met Police Officers Charged in Fatal Crash

Two Metropolitan Police officers have been charged in connection with a fatal collision involving a police car that resulted in the death of a pregnant woman and her unborn baby.

TechnologyNHK World4mo ago

Japan Doubles Police Force to Combat "Tokuryu" Crime Groups

Japan's National Police Agency has doubled its specialized investigation team to 200 officers to crack down on "Tokuryu," anonymous and fluid crime groups involved in various offenses like "dark part-time jobs." The Metropolitan Police Department held an inauguration ceremony for the expanded team.

Protesters rally in London to counter rise of British far right
CultureBBCle-mondeAl Jazeera+5dr-dkmorgunbladidThe Independentaktuality-skbillboard4mo ago8 sources

Protesters rally in London to counter rise of British far right

Organized by hundreds of groups, the Together Alliance event was billed as the biggest march in UK history to counter the far right. London's Metropolitan Police provided a 'rough estimate of around 50,000 people' in attendance.

Met Police to Resume Arrests of Palestine Action Protesters
WorldBBCThe GuardianThe Independent+1the-journal4mo ago4 sources

Met Police to Resume Arrests of Palestine Action Protesters

The Metropolitan Police has confirmed it will resume arrests of Palestine Action protesters, reiterating that supporting the banned group remains a criminal offense and the law must be enforced, even as a government appeal is ongoing.

London Police Use Facial Recognition Cameras for Arrests
Politicstagesschauindex-hrdanas+2vijesti-mecdm-me19d ago5 sources

London Police Use Facial Recognition Cameras for Arrests

London's Metropolitan Police are utilizing live facial recognition cameras to identify and apprehend individuals, leading to hundreds of arrests. The technology allows police to recognize passersby and has been praised for its effectiveness in catching criminals.

Former Met police chief admits failure to control 'spycops' unit
WorldThe Guardian20d ago

Former Met police chief admits failure to control 'spycops' unit

Former Metropolitan Police Commissioner Paul Condon has admitted that the force failed for decades to properly control its controversial undercover 'spycops' unit. He acknowledged 'appalling behaviour by individual officers' but attributed greater fault to systemic issues.

Palantir Challenges London Police Contract Rejection
Politicshotnewschannel-news-asia1mo ago2 sources

Palantir Challenges London Police Contract Rejection

American company Palantir is in dispute with the City of London over the Metropolitan Police's refusal of a multi-million pound contract. Palantir claims the contract was wrongly blocked due to perceived 'values'.

Black Teen Wins Race Discrimination Claim Against Met Police
WorldThe GuardianThe Independent1mo ago2 sources

Black Teen Wins Race Discrimination Claim Against Met Police

A Black teenager who was wrongly arrested in connection with his mother's suicide attempt has won a race discrimination claim against the Metropolitan Police. He is set to receive a payout of up to £130,000 from the force.

Met Police Chief Urges Tech Firms to Render Stolen Phones Unusable
PoliticsBBCThe GuardianThe Independent+1iefimerida2mo ago4 sources

Met Police Chief Urges Tech Firms to Render Stolen Phones Unusable

The Metropolitan Police chief has called for new legislation to compel technology companies to implement features that would make stolen mobile phones completely unusable, aiming to deter phone theft by removing any value from stolen devices.

Palantir to Sue Sadiq Khan Over Blocked Met Police Contract
BusinessThe Guardianchannel-news-asia2mo ago2 sources

Palantir to Sue Sadiq Khan Over Blocked Met Police Contract

Palantir plans to sue London Mayor Sadiq Khan after its £50 million contract with the Metropolitan Police was blocked. This comes as the UK government is also reviewing Palantir's NHS contract amid pressure to utilize a break clause.

Nine Injured in East London Police Pursuit Car Crash
PoliticsThe Guardian2mo ago

Nine Injured in East London Police Pursuit Car Crash

Nine people have been injured after a car, believed to be stolen and pursued by Metropolitan police, collided with another vehicle in Ilford, east London. Officers had attempted to stop the vehicle before the crash occurred.

Met Police Warns Against Hate Speech at Upcoming Marches
WorldThe Guardian2mo ago

Met Police Warns Against Hate Speech at Upcoming Marches

The Metropolitan Police has issued a warning regarding hate speech at this weekend's 'Unite the Kingdom' and 'March for Palestine' demonstrations. Organizers and speakers will be held accountable for any unlawful speech.

Truck Crashes Into Las Vegas Casino
Culturetmz4mo ago

Truck Crashes Into Las Vegas Casino

A pickup truck crashed into a casino in downtown Las Vegas, prompting a response from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. Video footage of the incident was captured.

Man arrested for property damage and threats
Worldruvmorgunbladid4mo ago2 sources

Man arrested for property damage and threats

A man was arrested in Kópavogur for causing damage to people's property and making threats, according to the Reykjavík Metropolitan Police log. Four people spent the night in police cells...

Worlddhaka-tribune4mo ago

DMP Commissioner Assures Eid Security in Dhaka

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police Commissioner has assured the public that there are no security threats for the upcoming Eid celebrations, with the highest level of preparation in place.