5yo critical after crushed by parking meter
A five-year-old boy has been rushed to hospital with critical injuries after a disused parking meter fell on him.
Courts & Law
Man sues state for ‘horror’ childhood abuse
A man who alleges he was repeatedly abused while a ward of the state has told a court his life was full of “nastiness, hate and sexual abuse”.
Man charged after teen allegedly abducted
Police will rely on DNA in the case against a Queensland man accused of abducting a teenager in Melbourne, a court has been told.
Update for celeb accused of poisoning child
A lawyer for an Australian social media influencer accused of poisoning her one-year-old daughter for online clout has flagged fears for his client’s safety in custody.
‘Nightmare:’ Man’s sexual abuse claim
A man suing the state of Western Australia over “horrific sexual abuse claims” has told a court his childhood was a “horrible nightmare.”
New blow for Bali Nine member
Matthew Norman, 38, has been arrested and charged in Sydney, just weeks after his return to Australia following 19 years behind bars in Indonesia.
Fake will used to bag $4.5m estate: cops
A man has been charged after allegedly creating a fraudulent will to inherit a $4.5m, estate, including homes and bank accounts.
Alleged Sam Murphy killer admits drunk crash
The man police allege murdered Samantha Murphy has been slapped with a fine after pleading guilty to an unrelated drunk motorcycle crash.
‘Go die’: Accused firebug’s alleged demand
A woman who allegedly set fire to the homes and cars of her former housemates issued one demand for the fires to stop, a court has been told.
Australia’s worst pedo’s next move
A monster childcare pedophile who abused young girls over a decade and faced 307 charges isn’t finished with the courts just yet.
Judge blasts return of child to abuser
A judge has blasted the state over allegations a young child under their care was sent back to the person who had molested him.
Astonishing move in 7 star’s abuse case
A magistrate has thrown out abuse-related charges against a Channel 7 star at the tail end of a lengthy committal hearing.
Alleged model killer’s courtroom request
A young fish and chips shop worker charged after allegedly killing a model while leaving a rave has asked a court for one thing.
Cop’s alleged illegal act for criminal lover
A police officer allegedly accessed the restricted police files on her criminal lover and supplied a lengthy intelligence report to an acquaintance.
State sued over ‘horrific sexual abuse’ claims
A former ward of the state is suing the WA government for compensation, claiming he was placed into the care of family members who repeatedly abused him.
Top Gun pilot’s new bid to block extradition
An Australian citizen who served as a US fighter pilot has launched a last-ditch bid to prevent his extradition to the US over claims he illegally trained Chinese pilots.
Alleged activist kidnappers set to face trial
A man allegedly kidnapped and bashed by pro-Palestinian activists later claimed to have been offered a payment by a burger chain boss to drop the case, a court has been told.
Horror alleged attack on cop at busy airport
Two police officers were allegedly attacked with a pen, one in the face and neck, after responding to calls about a disturbance on a domestic flight.
Glam St George banker’s wild alleged act
The 34-year-old is facing 116 fraud charges after allegedly scamming her customers to fund her lavish lifestyle.
Activist’s four letter word for minister
A climate activist was filmed vandalising federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek’s electoral office with a heavy accusation.
Man’s excuse for alleged Nazi act
A man has been charged after allegedly performing a Nazi salute days after a synagogue was graffitied with swastikas.
Text private school teacher sent 15yo: court
A teacher at a prestigious school that charges up to $39,000 a year will fight allegations he groomed a 15-year-old child for sexual activity.
Town locked down over alleged shooting
A small village was locked down after four men were forced to flee after an alleged shooting.
Man charged over Nazi symbol
A man has been charged with displaying a Nazi symbol after a shopfront was allegedly graffitied.
Teens charged over school fire
Two teenagers have been charged after allegedly setting fire to a school and causing more than $30,000 in damage.
Man fighting for life after alleged shooting
A man is fighting for life in hospital after he was allegedly shot in the chest at a suburban address.
Chilling reason diabetic girl left to die
Two years after an eight-year-old girl was found dead in her family’s home, the church members accused of causing her death broke their silence.
‘Massive escalation’: Fresh crime warning
Details on anti-Semitic crime in Sydney has led Premier Chris Minns to label the latest attack a ‘massive escalation’ as police hunt for the perpetrators.
Aussie dad’s ‘rapid descent’ before bomb hoax
New details have been revealed about a man who brought the country’s busiest international airport to a standstill by falsely claiming to have a bomb on-board.
Man dead after kidnapping and torture, cops
A 31-year-man man is facing a string of charges after he allegedly kidnapped, tortured and killed a man during an extortion and robbery attempt.
Alleged killer helped by religious groups: cops
A man charged over the cold case murder of his former partner has fronted court, with police alleging he received help while at large.
Surprise detail after couple’s alleged flight act
The glamorous Australian daughter of a dead dictator has been spotted with a strange item after dropping an eye-watering amount to leave the country as she fights allegations of drunken acts aboard a Jetstar plane.
Man’s thumbs up after murder charge
A man has appeared bewildered as he faced court accused of murder just days after police discovered the body of a 49-year-old man in Melbourne’s southeast.
Man charged over alleged cold case murder
The first pictures of a man at the centre of an alleged cold case murder 30 years ago arriving in Queensland have been revealed.
Man accused of sex attack on plane
A man accused of sexually assaulting a woman aboard a flight into Australia has been banned from leaving the country, a court has been told.
Andrew Forrest named in Exxon defamation suit
One of Australia’s richest people has been named in a Texas defamation lawsuit filed by an oil and gas giant.
First look at ex-priest after child abuse charges
A former priest has been charged with sending sexually explicit photos to a 14-year-old boy online and grooming him for sex.
Secret life of couple accused of Jetstar act
The bizarre secret past of a woman accused with her partner of drunken scenes on-board a Jetstar flight has been revealed.
Man’s outburst forced flight diversion: cops
A man allegedly had to be restrained by aircrew as his “disruptive” behaviour forced an international flight to be diverted to Darwin.
Alleged Caulfield Racecourse arsonist named
The man accused of lighting a fire that allegedly left a $1m damage bill for an iconic racecourse has been named during a brief court appearance.
Brothers make bombshell claim in case
A lawyer for one of the men charged with the shooting murder of a young woman has made a bombshell claim following a court appearance.
Grenade claim after wild police chase
Police allege a man who fired at officers during a wild chase on New Year’s Eve was in possession of a grenade and semiautomatic rifle, court documents reveal.
Horror way motorist killed in fiery crash
The trike motorcycle collided with a parked trailer before bursting into flames.
Claim over gun allegedly found in luggage
A businessman arrested after police allegedly found a disassembled gun in his luggage has made a bold claim in court.
Man accused of horrific act to pet cat
Shocking details have emerged after a pet cat died in grisly circumstances following fears it would harm a man’s children.
Mystery over grim discovery at home
An urgent investigation is underway after a man’s body was found after police were called to a suburban address.
Woman punched in the face on walking track
A teenager has been charged with intent to commit sexual assault after he allegedly attacked a woman while she was walking her dog on a popular track.
Update after woman pushed on tracks
A man who shoved a stranger off a busy train platform has been told to expect an almost year-long jail sentence.
Horror claim about woman’s fatal assault
More details about a man charged with assaulting his partner – leading to her death in hospital on Christmas Eve – have been outlined in court documents.
Why Australia will face crippling crime boom
As temperatures continue to soar, a sobering study has found climate change will be responsible for 72,000 additional crimes a year in Australia.
Neighbour breaks silence on cold case arrest
A neighbour of a man alleged to have been using a false name before he was charged with a cold case murder has shared new details on the man she knew as ‘David’.
Stomach ache leads to wild discovery
Two men have been charged by the AFP after complaining of a stomach ache while travelling through a major Australian international airport.
Woman allegedly attacked with sword
A man has been arrested after a woman was allegedly attacked with a samurai sword during a frightening carjacking attempt.
Twist after fire exposed alleged drug plot
Police have levelled a wild new claim in court after two men were allegedly found fleeing a bushfire with trucks full of cannabis on Christmas Eve.
‘40 years plus’: Big call on O’Keefe’s future
Embattled media personality Andrew O’Keefe can “100 per cent be back on TV”, according to one showbiz whiz – but he has to do this one thing first.
13yo arrested in violent bus brawl
Nearly 20 people have been arrested after a shocking, violent fight broke out on a bus, resulting in three people being rushed to hospital.
‘Chilling’: Aussie doctor preyed on kids
An Australian doctor used his “God-like” status to prey on the children of cult members with a panel of judges finding his explanation for the crimes was “delusional and chilling”.
Man charged over alleged ambush named
A man charged over an alleged wild pursuit where officers took gunfire has fronted court – with police alleging in court documents why the 20-year-old was trying to break into a home while armed.
Man charged with ‘harbouring’ shooter
A man charged with “harbouring” an unknown person who allegedly gunned down a man outside a suburban home will ring in the new year behind bars on remand.
‘Worst’: Former boss’ call on Lehrmann
A former Attorney-General has revealed how he feels about being the person who gave Bruce Lehrmann his first job in Parliament.
Update after elderly man stabbed on street
A man has been charged with stabbing an elderly man on the street and leaving him fighting for his life.
Neighbour allegedly murdered in tree dispute
A new development has emerged after a man was allegedly murdered by his neighbour over a fallen tree dispute.
Bombshell contraceptive find sparks legal bid
Lawyers investigating a commonly used contraceptive are forming class action cases in multiple countries after reports it may be linked to brain tumours.
Woman accused of stabbing murder named
A woman who allegedly stabbed a man to death at her home has faced court for the first time.
Teen’s chilling ‘vow’ amid alleged terror plots
A young university hopeful allegedly promised “I will not hold back” in a series of notes detailing plans for a school shooting and bombing.
Teen’s alleged horror attack on cop
A police officer was allegedly attacked by a teenager while surrounded by a large group of youths outside a major stadium.
Cops probe horror light plane crash
A man has been killed and another fighting for life after a recreational plane crashed after takeoff.
Alarming human slavery trend revealed
The Australian Federal Police have lifted the lid on the number of people it has charged this year, which included a concerning spike in alleged human trafficking arrests.
Sailors killed in yacht race identified
The two sailors tragically killed overnight during the Sydney to Hobart yacht race have been identified.
Weirdest drug smuggling plots revealed
Police have lifted the lid on the weirdest and most creative ways criminal syndicates have tried to bring drugs into Australia – including as Christmas gifts.
Billionaire charged over asbestos crisis
A billionaire developer and owner of a popular chocolate chain has been charged over the asbestos-in-mulch crisis that saw Sydney parks, schools, and hospitals closed.
‘Inhumane’: Top Gun pilot surrendered to US
An Australian who previously served as a US marine pilot has lost his lengthy fight against extradition to the US over allegations he illegally trained Chinese pilots.
Model breaks silence after ex’s guilty verdict
An influencer whose ex-partner was convicted of killing his mother in an attempt to keep up with his luxurious lifestyle has broken her silence for the first time.
Major update on cop allegedly hit with sword
A female police officer has been airlifted to hospital after she was allegedly attacked with a sword, and a man has been charged with attempted murder.
Aussie ‘tortured’ in Thai jail: court
A kickboxer involved in the murder of a father of two was tortured in a Thai jail after his arrest over another man’s death, a court has been told.
Moment dentist drugged date before rape
Footage shows the moment a dentist drugged a woman before he was jailed for raping six victims he met on dating apps.
Bombshell Aussie move against pharma giant
A major pharmaceutical giant known for its extensive catalogue of healthcare products has been sued over claims it sold Aussies dud cold and flu medications.
Update in pop star’s bitter feud with mum
An Aussie pop sensation’s bitter feud with her mother over claims her finances were mismanaged has finally come to an end in a Melbourne court.
Wheelie bin killer’s chilling jail claim
A man who killed his ex-girlfriend and left her body to rot upside down in a wheelie bin made a disturbing confession to his cellmate, a court has been told.
Wild twist in Bali Nine member’s return
There’s been a wild twist in the remaining Bali Nine members returning to their home states, with police confirming they are “aware” of an outstanding arrest warrant.
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