Maria Eduarda Rodrigues de Freitas, 21, died Saturday after allegedly being thrown from a bridge without safety equipment by rope jumping instructors in Limeira, Brazil. Three men have been arrested, and an investigation into potential murder charges is underway.
Former NFL linebacker Darron Lee, 31, indicted for first-degree murder of his 29-year-old partner Gabriella Perpetuo, who died from multiple blunt force injuries, including hematomas, fractures, and stab wounds, in February; prosecution may seek death penalty.
Dwight William Rhone, 74, faces four murder charges for killings in San Diego County (1993, 2002, 2023, and one undated) and could face life without parole or the death penalty if convicted.
Lawyers for victims of the Crans-Montana fire, which killed 41, are seeking to upgrade charges against bar owners Jessica and Jacques Moretti from manslaughter by negligence to murder with possible intent, citing text messages warning of flammable foam.
Lawyers for victims of a deadly bar fire in Switzerland are pushing for murder charges against the French co-owners, citing evidence they were aware of fire risks. The couple is currently investigated for negligence.
A Sudanese refugee faces attempted murder charges after a knife attack in Belfast, which sparked anti-immigrant riots. Masked men set fire to homes, forcing families to flee. UK leaders condemned the violence, while the victim's family urged calm.
Barnaby Joyce claims migrants are outbidding Australians at home auctions, despite tax data showing <1% of homes are bought by foreigners. The race discrimination commissioner warns against demonising migrants.
Aaron Spencer, GOP nominee for sheriff in Lonoke County, Arkansas, had a second-degree murder charge dismissed due to lost evidence (a dash camera memory card) that could have exonerated him. Spencer shot and killed Michael Fosler, accused of sexually abusing Spencer's daughter, claiming self-defense to protect his child.
Jesse Calhoun pleaded not guilty to a fifth murder charge in Portland, Oregon, related to the deaths of five women. He faces five murder and four abuse of corpse charges, with victims found across a 100-mile radius in Oregon and Washington.
Jesse Calhoun pleaded not guilty to a fifth murder charge in Portland, Oregon, where he is accused of killing multiple women. He faces five murder and four abuse of corpse counts, with victims found across a 100-mile radius.
Jesse Calhoun was arraigned on a fifth murder charge in Portland, Oregon, for the death of Ashley Real. Calhoun faces five murder and four abuse of corpse charges, with victims' bodies found across a 100-mile radius in Oregon and Washington.
Jesse Calhoun, accused of killing five women in the Portland area, pleaded not guilty to a fifth murder charge. Victims' families were present as Calhoun was arraigned on second-degree murder and abuse of a corpse charges.
Mary Mavis Crabtree, 59, was acquitted of her son's murder in Australia but is now charged with the murder of her daughter, Erin, who died in 2012. She is also accused of fraud.
An Assam fast-track court framed murder charges against four accused, including the organizer of the event Zubeen Garg was to perform at in Singapore, in connection with the singer's death by drowning under the influence of alcohol in September 2025.
A 22-year-old woman, Madhu, missing since May 21, was found dead in a locked bathroom in IMT Manesar. Her husband, Ankit, is under investigation for allegedly shooting her due to his concealed first marriage, which Madhu's family claims led to the murder.
The US has escalated pressure on Cuba, accusing it of posing a national security threat and imposing sanctions. An unprecedented murder indictment against former leader Raul Castro and allegations of Cuban drone capabilities have heightened tensions, with Cuba accusing the US of fabricating pretexts for military intervention.
A 29-year-old woman, Banoth Meenakshi, was found dead by hanging at her residence in Khammam district, India. Her family alleges her husband, Shivaji, murdered her for a ₹1 crore insurance policy amid financial distress and marital issues, while police investigate domestic violence and suspicious death, with homicide charges pending evidence.
Maurice Shelmon, known as Ant Jefe, was arrested by LAPD on May 19 for a felony murder charge. The No Jumper podcaster and rapper, who gained fame through YouTube and music, had his bail set at $1 million. Hosts of No Jumper expressed shock at the news.
Former Cuban president Raúl Castro indicted in US on murder charges related to 1996 incident where Cuban jets shot down planes operated by Cuban exiles
A 20-year-old Arnhem Land man, Justin Bukulatjpi, charged with murder and assault, has been granted bail. He will live with family on Bathurst Island, over 500km from Milingimbi, under strict conditions including electronic monitoring.
Riot Games has reportedly removed the Arcane soundtrack song "Remember Me," featuring D4vd, from official music platforms following the artist's first-degree murder charge in Los Angeles. The song's availability varies across platforms, with fans speculating the removal is due to reputational concerns.
Streamer ChudTheBuilder (Dalton Eatherly, 28) charged with attempted murder after a shooting outside a Clarksville courthouse, leaving him and another man injured, amid his controversial online history.
Melbourne man Marat Ganiev, who was accused of killing 19-year-old Isla Bell and putting her remains in a fridge, was due to face a Supreme Court trial this month.
Melbourne man Marat Ganiev, who was accused of killing 19-year-old Isla Bell and putting her remains in a fridge, was due to face a Supreme Court trial this month.
