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Fifty police chiefs have collectively called on the Prime Minister to intervene and prevent the early release of the killers of PC Andrew Harper. The police chiefs are putting pressure on authorities to halt the controversial decision.
The UK government and police chiefs are examining the process by which criminal cases involving US military personnel on British soil are handled, following recent revelations.
Gábor Pósfai has appointed new police chiefs in four Hungarian counties, alongside new leaders for the National Information Center and the Police Education and Training Center.
Inspector General of Police Tunji Disu highlighted public trust as the most crucial asset for policing during UNCOPS 2026. He urged global police chiefs to ensure that technological advancements are used to strengthen transparency and accountability.
Sultan Sallehuddin of Kedah celebrated his 84th birthday by conferring top honours on military and police chiefs, while also receiving birthday wishes from the King and Prime Minister.
Among six applicants for the position of police chief in the capital region of Iceland are four current and former police chiefs, including Úlfar Lúðvíksson and Margrét.
Hungary's Interior Minister, Gábor Pósfai, has dismissed both the national police chief and the head of the Budapest Police Headquarters, appointing their successors. The decision marks a significant change in the country's police leadership.
Police chiefs from across the Pacific region have issued a joint communique addressing regional crime and security challenges.
Lazar Šćepanović, Director of the Police Administration, participated in the First General Assembly of the Association of Police Chiefs of Southeast Europe (SEPCA) in Sarajevo, focusing on regional cooperation and a joint response to organized crime.
The "Očistec" (Purge) trial has commenced in Slovakia, with former high-ranking police officials, including Tibor Gašpar, facing charges related to corruption and alleged ties to organized crime. The defendants, including a Vice-Chairman of the Slovak Parliament, deny their guilt in the high-profile case.
Two police chiefs from the Esquadra do Rato are suspected of punching and kicking detained victims, with interrogations of 14 police elements currently underway.
A series of changes have occurred within the command structure of several Albanian prison institutions, with directors and police chiefs in Fushë-Krujë and Durrës being relieved of their duties.
Police chiefs are pushing for new guidelines aimed at protecting community trust during immigration enforcement operations.
Authorities in England reportedly had a six-month window to delete evidence of their knowledge regarding organized rapes of underage girls, as a commission investigates whether officials and police chiefs can be punished for failing to stop these brutal grooming cases.
The Election Commission of India has stepped up administrative changes in election-bound states, by removing several district police chiefs in both Assam and Tamil Nadu as part of its efforts to…
The Riigikogu Constitutional Committee has sent to the floor a resolution to form a parliamentary committee to investigate the ISS's handling of the police chiefs criminal saga.
(ANSA) - ROME, MAR 5 - Italy's police chiefs and prefects have been told the strengthen surveillance of United States bases in Italy amid the Iran war, according to a circular letter sent out by the…
Analyst Edvin Kulluri has strongly accused the Albanian government of being linked to crime, claiming that "exponents of crime" have appointed police chiefs in Tirana. He stated that no previous government dared to do what Rama's government has done.
Former Belgrade police chief Veselin Milić has filed a criminal complaint against Marko Kričak, head of the Criminal Police Directorate, and Boško Sekulović, head of the Crime Suppression Service, alleging abuse of office.
Reports suggest that cigarette smugglers in Montenegro were protected by the heads of public and secret police, with one accused individual advised to claim personal problems as a reason for involvement to avoid organized crime charges.
Montenegro's Minister of Internal Affairs, Danilo Šaranović, and Police Director Lazar Šćepanović participated in the V Summit of United Nations Police Chiefs (UNCOPS) in New York.
UN Police chiefs from around the world have gathered to discuss and shape the future strategies for policing in peace operations.
The National Police Chiefs' Council has criticized the late announcement to extend pub opening hours until 05:00 for an England match, stating it diverts officers from other duties.
Montenegro's Minister of Internal Affairs Danilo Šaranović and Police Director Lazar Šćepanović held a meeting with Dejan Bojić, Assistant Director for the Border Police Sector, and the heads of regional border police centers. The discussion focused on prioritizing security and ensuring efficient passenger flow at the borders.
A UK minister has stated that an anti-racism guidance document from the National Police Chiefs' Council 'gives the wrong impression.' The Independent Office for Police Conduct is currently reviewing the document.
Ukrainian secret service SBU has uncovered a major corruption scandal, arresting police chiefs in three regions for allegedly covering illegal fraudulent call centers and OnlyFans/sex chat operations, seizing millions in cash and luxury goods.
The assembly of the Association of Police Chiefs of Southeast Europe (SEPCA) began in Sarajevo, emphasizing regional cooperation as crucial for effectively fighting organized crime, illegal migration, human trafficking, and cybercrime.
India has announced the appointments of Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani as the next Chief of Defence Staff and Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan as the new Chief of Naval Staff. Both are expected to assume their new roles by the end of the month.
A new analysis reveals a 25% rise in suicides linked to domestic abuse, with police identifying more victims who died by suicide after experiencing abuse.
Hundreds of police officers have been drafted in for a Britain First protest in Manchester, with police chiefs stating their aim to facilitate the right to protest while ensuring the city remains open for business.
An independent police watchdog review has found that police chiefs failed to make a 'meaningful impact' on tackling racism within forces, five years after a race action plan was launched, citing a lack of clear national leadership.
A commission will investigate the extent of numerous grooming cases in England, potentially leading to punishment for officials and police chiefs who failed to stop the organized rapes of underage girls.
Police intelligence officers are mapping out strategies to combat campaign violence, money laundering, terrorism, and other criminal activities.
Minister Dechev clarified that the heads of the Regional Directorates of the Ministry of Interior in Montana and Sofia Region, along with the directors of GDCOC and the General Directorate 'National Police,' have not been dismissed but temporarily reassigned to the minister's support unit.
Marko Nicović, a member of the World Association of Police Chiefs, stated that Serbian prosecutors, due to their fear of authorities, fail to recognize and utilize their power, which could potentially paralyze the state.
The prosecution has requested prison sentences for the former police chief and deputy police chief of Győr, Hungary, along with 14 others, on corruption charges in a long-secret investigation.
Retired Inspectors-General of Police have met with IGP Disu to express their concerns regarding state police and have submitted their contributions and recommendations on the matter.
The Internal Control Sector of the Serbian Ministry of Interior (SUK) did not conduct an integrity test on former Belgrade police chief Veselin Milić, claiming it's impossible to apply such measures to police chiefs.
Four former police chiefs have pleaded guilty in a US visa fraud case involving fake U-Visas for foreigners. The case highlights a significant scheme to illegally obtain visas.
New police chiefs have been appointed, raising concerns due to their history of involvement in numerous scandals.
Further movements have been announced within the Albanian State Police, including new appointments for several leaders in various commissariats. Alfred Çepe has been named Dean of the Faculty of Security and Investigation at the Security Academy, while Feliks Hoda and Agim Troci were appointed police chiefs in Sarandë and Gjirokastër, respectively.
Several members of an intervention unit of the Serbian police have been arrested in Belgrade, accused of protecting a mafioso who allegedly killed a man found in a barrel. Police chiefs are also implicated in allegedly covering up the murder.
In the Senjak case, the friend of the murdered individual provided testimony to the prosecution, while it was revealed that police chiefs' assets are not checked as they lack public official status. This highlights a potential loophole in accountability for high-ranking police officers.
Several high-ranking Serbian police officials, including Veselin Milić, have been arrested as part of an ongoing crackdown on police leadership. This follows previous arrests of figures like Hrkalović, indicating a broader effort against misconduct within the force.
The General Assembly of SEPCA (Southeast European Police Chiefs Association) is currently underway in Sarajevo, with the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina presiding for the year 2026.
Kenyan Members of Parliament have supported a plan by the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) to hold police commanders personally liable for abuses committed by their junior officers.
Authorities in England and Wales have recorded the first instance of a teenage girl's suicide being directly linked to domestic violence. Police chiefs are also highlighting concerns about the influence of violent pornography and 'toxic' online figures.
The General Director of the Albanian State Police, Skënder Hita, met with Lorenzo Bucossi, Director of the Italian Service for International Police Cooperation, to discuss strengthening their collaboration, which they described as a regional success model.
A commission is investigating the extent of grooming cases in Denmark, which could lead to officials and police chiefs being punished for failing to stop the brutal and organized rapes of underage girls.
Nakuru county in Kenya has seen a 'revolving door' of police commanders since 2021, with no chief holding the position for more than 16 months, leading to growing concerns about security and public trust.
The Lieutenant Governor of Delhi met with the DDA vice chairman and the Delhi Police chief to review key challenges facing the city.
The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has directed all state police chiefs to increase patrols and enhance protection of key sites nationwide, responding to concerns raised by the ongoing unrest in the Middle East.
Novi Sad has seen three police chiefs replaced in the last year and five in the last five years, leading to a reputation that the position is 'unlucky.'
Prosecutors have indicted a former city police chief and a former deputy police chief in Győr, Hungary, on charges of accepting bribes for over a decade.