Alleged mum killer’s home bugged by cops
An investigator has told a court the home of an alleged mum killer and his model girlfriend was bugged by police.
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Shock figure in kids hit with terror charges
A concerning number of children charged in relation to counter terrorism operations were shockingly either 17 years or under, the AFP have confirmed.
‘Regrettable’: Update for alleged killer cop
There has been a “regrettable” development after a police officer was accused of murdering a Channel 10 presenter and his Qantas flight attendant boyfriend.
Accused soccer star’s bid to return home
A New Zealand-born soccer player charged over the A-League’s spot-fixing scandal has made a desperate bid to return home.
Shock phone call after alleged home invasion
A woman accused of taking part in an alleged horror home invasion was allegedly recorded making demands of the victim on prison phone calls, a court has been told.
‘Strange’ acts of alleged mum killer, court
The brother of a man accused of killing his mother has told a court of his sibling’s “strange” and “surprising” behaviour after she died.
Latest police ‘theory’ in Tyrrell disappearance
A court has heard new information about a search conducted three years ago to find missing boy William Tyrrell.
‘I want to die’: Man stabs ambo 55 times
The family of a paramedic say “there is nothing” they can do after a court has been told the man’s killer could avoid criminal responsibility.
Shock moment bikies attack rider
Victoria Police have released shocking dashcam footage that shows a motorcycle gang member appear to punch and kick at an innocent L-plate rider on a busy freeway.
‘Extraordinary decision’ in Tyrrell inquest
The detective leading the investigation into William Tyrrell’s disappearance will not give evidence as an inquest into the tragedy resumes today.
Driver allegedly caught performing a sex act
An Aussie woman has revealed her disgust at an alleged vile act her rideshare driver performed in front of her, as she and her friends rode in the car.
Bombshell ruling on woman’s ‘suicide’
A coroner has delivered a bombshell ruling on a woman who died in what was initially considered a suicide – saying her unfaithful husband was “involved”.
Mum’s fury at missing son’s killers
A mother has revealed her horrifying nightmare about where her missing son’s remains might be as two of his killers learnt their fate over what happened before his death.
Texts before horrific gang rape
Messages a woman sent in the hours before an horrific gang rape in her own home have been revealed as the men accused learn their fate.
Major development in alleged mower murder
A major development in the police case against a man accused of his wife’s murder – following a ride-on mower “accident” – has been detailed in court.
Business owner’s horror acts to slain men
A court has been told the horrific acts a business owner performed on two slain men – one of whom remains missing while the other was found encased in concrete.
Cop’s sick request for 15yo girls on Snapchat
A baby-faced constable made a vile request when he sent two 15-year-old girls thousands of dollars while grooming one of the teens for sex.
Why ‘animal’ cop basher could be freed
A police officer left for dead after she was beaten with a brick by an addict has pleaded with the parole board to keep the “animal” behind bars.
Horror as man shot in home invasion
A manhunt is underway for a group of unknown offenders who fled the scene before police arrived.
Alleged mum killer, lover $120k in debt: court
A man accused of killing his mother for money was bankrupt when he was arrested for her murder two years after she died, a court has been told.
Why fatal assault accused wasn’t in court
The man accused of killing a “vibrant” man in a CBD assault was not in court as his lawyer offered this explanation for his absence.
Fresh twist after Olympian’s wife killed
There has been a fresh twist in the case against an Olympic cyclist charged with killing his wife who was also an Olympian.
Alleged mum killer bankrupt, court told
A man accused of killing his mother to gain money from her life insurance had been declared bankrupt months before he was arrested, a court has been told.
3 reasons why cops and courts clash on bail
A new study has revealed the three key reasons why police and magistrates often come to different decisions on bail.
‘Sadistic’ torturer’s appeal bombshell
A man jailed for life for the “sadistic” torture and sexual assault of a woman has secured funding for his appeal against his conviction – despite pleading guilty years earlier.
Major update after alleged Bluey coin theft
A third person has been charged in relation to the alleged theft of 63,000 limited-edition dollar coins imprinted with Bluey’s famous image.
Cops probe ‘suspicious’ house fire
Police have launched a probe into a “suspicious” house fire after an occupant battled to extinguish the blaze.
Sticky Fingers frontman’s bizarre alleged act
The controversial rocker has been accused of nicking a roast chicken and an iced coffee.
Corby relative stung in huge drug bust
A court has been told how two men – one of whom is linked to infamous drug mule Schapelle Corby – acted as couriers in a massive 750kg+ MDMA drug syndicate.
Rugby player admits to supplying cocaine
A women’s rugby player who travelled to Fiji to compete has had her trip unexpectedly extended after she was refused re-entry into Australia while facing charges of drug supply.
Ex-NRL prodigy lashed for ‘foolish’ cop tussle
A troubled former NRL prodigy has received a biting critique from a magistrate after he ran from police in a failed escape attempt that ended in a bloody tussle.
Brother’s grief after woman found dead
The family of Nikkita Azzopardi are grappling with her shock death as police arrest a 33-year-old man who was known to her.
Killer’s ‘apology’ over missing man’s death
A man involved in causing the death of a missing man whose body has never been found has broken his silence in court.
Aussies warned of new Centrelink scam
Australians have been warned about a cruel scam website that claims to promote a “cost-of-living bonus payment” from Centrelink.
Chilling texts killer sent victim’s parents
Lilie James’ killer sent chilling text messages to her family from her phone the night she died in a high school bathroom.
Shock $8m find in Aussie warehouse
Police made a shocking find worth $8 million after being called to a burglary at an unassuming warehouse.
‘Drugs are a solution’: TV star’s big claim
A troubled former Home and Away star has claimed “drugs are a solution” as he prepares to fight allegations he assaulted his housemate.
Test cricketer’s sister allegedly killed by son
The nephew of a former Test cricketer has appeared in court charged with the alleged domestic violence murder of his mother.
Big mystery after missing man’s body found
Police have made a grim discovery in the search of a regional property a month after an elderly man went missing.
‘Concerns’ after vile coach’s letter to court
A once well-respected gymnastics coach created “opportunities” to abuse multiple teen girls over two decades, a court has been told.
Next step in wife’s alleged mower murder
Lawyers for a man charged with the murder of his wife – who was allegedly found dead near a ride-on mower – have told a court of the next step they will take.
Son allegedly stabs father to death
The man’s wife was also home at the time of the incident.
‘Talented’ pharmacist found dead in home
A Melbourne pharmacist who was allegedly killed by a homeless man in his Bellfield home has been identified as a talented 29-year-old pharmacist.
Man’s ‘unspeakable’ torture of 3 kids
A court has been told of the “unspeakable” acts of pain and suffering a man deliberately inflicted on his children for months. Warning: Confronting
Chilling body cam clip six days before death
Disturbing vision from a police officer’s body camera exposes the shocking extent of repeated failures by authorities that ultimately cost a woman her life.
Man ‘can’t remember’ alleged flight chaos
A young man charged after allegedly attacking a crew member while on a flight to New Zealand has claimed he ‘can’t remember’ what happened.
Driver charged over horror fatal crash
A driver has been charged over a fatal crash after allegedly fleeing police before smashing into another vehicle.
Update on MP charged with child sex act
A parliamentarian who resigned after he was charged with child sex offences has had his matter return to court.
Outpouring of support for slain woman’s kids
A fundraiser for the children of a woman found dead on her semirural property has raised thousands of dollars as her husband faces a murder charge.
‘Heartbroken’: Teen stabbed in brawl
The teenager, described as a ‘beautiful kid’, was taken to hospital with serious injuries.
Major new support for scam victims
Victims of scams could have an easier time getting compensation with the federal government announcing the latest crackdown on fraudsters.
Update after baby assaulted at shopping mall
Police have issued an update after appealing for assistance after a baby was allegedly assaulted in a busy shopping centre.
Update after league prodigy’s pub arrest
Whether a “victim or a villain”, a magistrate has said a once up-and-coming league player needs to know what charges he is facing after allegedly resisting arrest.
Ex-MAFS star’s ‘cowardly’ assault on woman
A former MAFS star’s violent and “cowardly” assault on a woman during a month-long pattern of “abusive and controlling behaviour” has been revealed.
Shock number of Aussies hit with crime
A new survey suggests a shockingly high number of Australians have been hit with a property crime in the past 12 months, from car thefts to home break-ins.
Millions of Aussies warned over vile scam
An urgent warning has been issued after hundreds of Australians were targeted in a terrifying extortion scam.
Warning after dating app assaults
Police have issued a safety warning after a recent spate of assaults targeting LGBTQ+ people using dating apps.
Warning after truck explosion on major road
Residents were earlier urged to stay inside after a truck collided with an allegedly stolen luxury car in a fiery crash.
Car crash victims targeted by scam insurers
Drivers involved in car crashes are being warned about scam companies who intercept insurance claims and hold cars hostage to elicit a ransom.
Major update after royal statue vandalised
A prominent royal statue was vandalised while King Charles III and Queen Camilla were visiting Sydney.
‘Ridiculous’: Explosive Tyrrell claim exposed
A witness in the disappearance of William Tyrrell has levelled explosive criticism at police, who falsely claimed she had refused to give evidence.
Mystery after singer found dead in dam
Police have offered a $500,000 reward for information about the death of a singer whose body was found 200km away from her Newcastle home.
Cops baffled after 45 cars stolen
More than 40 cars have been stolen from a car yard in the space of just hours, police say, with some spotted being taken in broad daylight.
Missing Aussie found dead overseas
The body of a missing Queensland woman has been found overseas, with local authorities looking to extradite her estranged husband from Australia.
Human remains found on remote property
A police investigation is under way after bones belonging to an unknown person were found on a remote property near Gympie.
Update on alleged botched Ibrahim hit
Police have issued an update in the case of two men accused of a bungled hit on Sydney night-life figure John Ibrahim.
Nurse’s chilling act over alleged rape
A nurse’s chilling threats while trying to smash her way into the house of a man at the centre of a rape allegation have been revealed in court.
Abusive migrant’s mega fraud ignored
A man waved into Australia by bumbling immigration officials also escaped an investigation into his serious defrauding of Medicare, it can be revealed.
Top MP’s son charged after Xmas party: court
A boozy night out after a police Christmas party is at the heart of allegations the cop son of ex-Deputy PM Michael McCormack assaulted multiple people.
Desperate search for woman missing 17 days
Police and family are desperately searching for a 19-year-old Melbourne woman who has not been seen for more than two weeks.
Qantas’ huge payout to sacked workers
Qantas has been ordered to pay an eye-watering amount to compensate three of the 1700 workers who were illegally fired during the Covid pandemic.
‘Ongoing nightmare’: DV victim’s warning
There has been more than a 20 per cent increase in GoFundMe pages that mention domestic violence this year, and a victim has this warning.
Arson twist in bikie-linked gym attack
Police are investigating after a gym linked to a former bikie was found ablaze just days after the building was ramraided by arsonists.
Boy, 5, hit by rock riding train
A five-year-old boy has been seriously injured after a rock was thrown at his head in a bizarre train incident, with detectives now investigating.
Three killed after car ploughs into home
A man has been arrested after three people died and another two were left fighting for the lives after a car ploughed into a suburban home.
Teen charged with assault involving gun
A 14-year-old boy has been charged with assault and intimidation after he was allegedly found in possession of a gun.
Cops bust huge China date-rape drug haul
Australian Border Force officers have arrested a man for allegedly importing a massive 22.6kg haul of date-rape drugs.
Creepy CCTV shows armed home invasion
Police have released terrifying CCTV footage of an armed home invasion showing men with guns slipping into a home at 4am.
Cop’s massive payday as cases ‘collect dust’
Families of dead or missing loved ones have spoken out about their agonising wait for answers as the huge salary of a top detective is revealed.
Alleged cop shooter shot after tense standoff
A man has been shot after allegedly firing at police, sparking a tense standoff that closed down parts of a major regional city.
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