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.
Saga Prefectural Police Chief Hideyuki Fukuda apologized for the widespread tampering of DNA analysis results at the Prefectural Police's Forensic Science Laboratory, acknowledging a significant loss of public trust. He admitted the initial internal investigation was insufficient and expressed regret for not seeking external expertise earlier.
Former City of Parramatta Council CEO Gail Connolly allegedly copied an associate's signature to sign her $500,000-a-year employment contract before an offer could be rescinded. An ICAC hearing revealed text messages and evidence suggesting she manipulated the signing process and made threats against staff.
CBI officers recreated the circumstances of Twisha Sharma's death using a dummy to test the plausibility of her ex-judge mother-in-law and her lawyer son's account of bringing her down after she was found hanging. The investigation also includes scrutinizing the son's movements and potential evidence tampering.
Public documents related to the Moritomo Gakuen land deal are being disclosed. This Q&A explains why the land was sold at an 820 million yen discount, the basis for the price reduction, and the reasons behind the tampering of official documents.
Korean police will conduct a two-month crackdown on large trucks (over 3.5 tons) that illegally disable their speed limiters. The operation aims to curb the rising number of fatal accidents involving trucks, which have seen a 30.3% increase in fatalities this year compared to last.
Gangneung Sports Council member organizations refuted allegations of organized election interference, calling them false and irresponsible. They stated that claims of forced support for a specific candidate and confiscation of phones were untrue, and vowed legal action against the accusers.
TMC candidate Jahangir Khan withdrew his nomination for the Falta re-poll in West Bengal, scheduled for May 21. The Election Commission had previously canceled the original polls due to severe electoral offenses.
Colorado Governor Jared Polis commuted the sentence of Tina Peters, a Republican election official convicted for her role in breaching county election systems. Polis called her nine-year sentence "harsh" and disproportionate for a first-time, non-violent offender, leading to her parole in June. Critics, including Secretary of State Jena Griswold and Senator John Hickenlooper, condemned the decision as an "affront to our democracy" and a bad message to those undermining election confidence.
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis commuted the sentence of former county clerk Tina Peters, convicted of election equipment tampering. The decision, which makes Peters eligible for parole June 1, follows pressure from Donald Trump and a state appeals court ruling that her sentencing improperly considered protected speech.
The South Carolina Supreme Court grants Alex Murdaugh a new trial for the murders of his wife and son due to jury tampering by a court clerk, who allegedly influenced jurors against him.
Pakistan pacer Shaheen Afridi faced scrutiny during the Bangladesh Test for allegedly tampering with the ball, though umpires found no issue. The match saw Bangladesh build a lead of 179 runs by stumps on Day 4, with key partnerships and individual milestones reached. Both teams expressed confidence in chasing victory on the final day.
Pakistan pacer Shaheen Afridi faced scrutiny during the Bangladesh Test for allegedly tampering with the ball, though umpires found no issue. The match saw Bangladesh build a lead of 179 runs by stumps on Day 4, with key partnerships and individual milestones reached. Both teams expressed confidence in chasing victory on the final day.
A father in Pune brutally murdered his nine-year-old daughter with a chainsaw after she altered her exam marks to prank her brother. He then set their house on fire to conceal the crime, claiming she was trapped in the blaze. The man and an accomplice were arrested for murder and evidence tampering.
Hong Kong police are seeking a man suspected of criminal damage to the US consulate sign in Central. The first 'S' in 'States' on the Garden Road sign was partially dislodged on Sunday afternoon. The suspect was last seen wearing a black top, white trousers and a grey backpack. No arrests have been made.
The Election Commission of India has ordered a complete repoll in West Bengal's Falta Assembly constituency, declaring the April 29 election 'seriously vitiated' due to widespread EVM tampering. At least 60 polling stations (21% of booths) had ballot buttons masked with black tape or substances like perfume, affecting over 53,000 electors. Fresh polling will take place on May 21.
The Election Commission has ordered a repoll in West Bengal's Falta assembly constituency on May 21 after finding severe electoral offences during April 29 voting. EVM buttons were defaced with black masking tape at 60 of 285 polling stations (21%), affecting 53,967 voters. TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee challenged the BJP to contest from Falta, calling them the "Bangla Birodhi Gujarati gang". This is the first time in Bengal a full assembly constituency will go to polls after declaration of results. Tension also flared in Hasimnagar locality where villagers alleged threats from TMC candidate's associates, leading to EC ordering arrests of two aides.
The Election Commission has ordered a repoll in West Bengal's Falta assembly constituency on May 21 after discovering severe electoral offences during April 29 voting, with 60 of 285 polling stations (21%) affected by defaced EVM buttons affecting 53,967 voters. TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee challenged the BJP to contest in Falta, while two aides of TMC candidate Jahangir Khan have been arrested following allegations of voter intimidation in Hasimnagar locality.
The Election Commission has cancelled the April 29 polling in the Falta constituency of West Bengal due to widespread EVM tampering. A repoll is set for May 21, with results to be counted on May 24, marking a rare instance of a full constituency repoll in the state.
The Election Commission has ordered a fresh poll in all 285 polling stations of Falta assembly constituency in South 24 Parganas, West Bengal, citing severe electoral offences and subversion of democratic process. The repoll will be held on May 21 with counting on May 24. The BJP had alleged that party symbols on EVMs were taped over at several booths, preventing voters from selecting the BJP option. The move comes amid heightened political tensions between BJP and TMC, with CM Mamata Banerjee predicting a TMC victory with over 200 seats.
The Election Commission has ordered repolling in 15 polling stations across Magrahat Paschim and Diamond Harbour constituencies in South 24 Parganas, West Bengal, following the second phase of Assembly elections on April 29. The repolling will take place on May 2 between 7 am and 6 pm. The decision follows allegations of irregularities, particularly in Diamond Harbour's Falta segment, where the BJP alleged EVM buttons were covered with tape to prevent voters from selecting their party. Counting is scheduled for May 4.
Kolkata police have imposed strict prohibitory orders around EVM strongrooms following Trinamool's vote tampering claims and clashes with BJP workers. Security has been heightened with additional forces and sealed roads. The Election Commission vows to punish any disruption, emphasizing robust security at all counting centers statewide to ensure a peaceful electoral process.
West Bengal is on high alert with two days until vote counting. The TMC has challenged a high court order on counting supervisors in the Supreme Court, while the Election Commission ordered repolling in 15 stations due to irregularities. CM Mamata Banerjee visited a strongroom, raising concerns, which the BJP called 'dramabazi'.
With counting days away, West Bengal's electoral landscape has intensified as the ruling TMC approaches the Supreme Court challenging a Calcutta HC decision on counting supervisors, while Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee conducted a four-hour inspection of a strongroom in Bhowanipore. The Election Commission has ordered repolling in 15 booths and imposed prohibitory orders around counting centres, while reports of post-poll violence emerge from multiple districts.
