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Oct 17 2025CRIME

A Journalist's Cars Blown Up in Italy

In the early hours of Friday, a loud blast shook the quiet town of Pomezia, just outside of Rome. The target? Two cars owned by a well-known Italian journalist and his family. The journalist, Sigfrido Ranucci, quickly shared the news on social media, stating that the explosion was caused by a bomb p

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Oct 17 2025CRIME

Drones and Nails: A Bold Move in Tijuana

In a surprising turn of events, a group in Mexico used a drone to drop a homemade bomb near a government building. This happened in Tijuana, right next to California. The bomb had nails and metal pieces, but luckily, no one was hurt. It did damage some cars, though. The local authorities think a bi

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Sep 23 2025CRIME

Guns and Crime: How Loose Laws Fuel Brazil's Underworld

Brazil's criminal groups are getting their hands on more powerful guns. A recent report shows that restricted, military-style weapons are increasingly being used by organized crime. Many of these guns are made in Brazil, but a significant number come from the United States. In November 2023, a shoc

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Aug 03 2025CRIME

Poker, Prison, and Past Glories: The Fall of a Basketball Star

Gilbert Arenas, once a shining star on the basketball court, now finds himself in a much darker spotlight. The former NBA player, known for his skills and nicknames like "Agent Zero, " is accused of running illegal poker games in his Los Angeles mansion. This isn't just about cards and cash; it's ab

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Jun 16 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Elliot Stabler's Early Undercover Adventure Predicted His Future

The TV show Law & Order: Special Victims Unit has a long history of gripping episodes. One standout episode from season 4, episode 12, titled "Risk, " is particularly noteworthy. This episode not only showcased a memorable moment between detectives Olivia Benson and Elliot Stabler but also hinted at

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May 03 2025BUSINESS

Chicago Casino Construction Hits a Snag

The Chicago casino project, led by Bally's, has run into trouble. The Illinois Gaming Board has halted work at the site in River West. Why? They found out that an unauthorized waste hauler, with past ties to organized crime, was being used. This company, D&P Construction, was hired by the Chicago Co

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Apr 20 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Brisket and Bad Timing: A Weird Meet-Cute

The fifth season of Law & Order: Organized Crime kicked off with a bang, literally. The premiere episode left viewers on the edge of their seats with a shocking car crash involving Elliot and a young girl. The second episode, "Dante's Inferno, " kept the drama high, with Bunny in critical condition

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Apr 15 2025CRIME

The Curacao Connection: New Suspect in High-Profile Murder Case

A man has been arrested in Curacao for his suspected involvement in the 2021 murder of Peter R. de Vries. This crime reporter was well-known for his work in exposing criminal activities. He was shot in broad daylight on a busy street in Amsterdam. This shocking event sparked a lot of concern about t

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Mar 19 2025CRIME

AI and Crime: A New Era of Digital Danger

The European Union's police agency has raised an alarm. AI is making organized crime more powerful. This is a big problem for all 27 countries in the EU. The agency released a report every four years. It shows how crime is changing. Cybercrime is now a big fight. It targets governments, companies, a

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Mar 14 2025CRIME

South Carolina Toughens Stance on Gangs and Crime

South Carolina is cracking down on gangs and organized crime. Two new bills are making their way through the Senate. These bills aim to beef up state laws and make them more effective against criminal activities. The push for these changes comes from law enforcement. They say current laws aren't st

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