Danny Butler, 45, from Tulse Hill, was sentenced to 18 years in prison at Croydon Crown Court on Monday after police raided a house in Lambeth and found a total of six weapons, including a pump action shotgun, ammunition, and Class A and Class B drugs. The investigation was part of an operation by the Met to target those responsible for gang violence in south London.
Israel’s Foreign Minister, Yair Lapid, has strongly condemned United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres for failing to hold Hamas accountable for sexual violence committed during conflicts. In a report submitted to the UN Security Council, the omission of Hamas from the list of groups suspected of sexual violence has drawn the ire of the Israeli government.
Police in Longmont, Colorado, discovered the body of an 18-year-old man inside a vehicle after responding to a medical call. The deceased individual has been identified as Brennan Warren, and his death is not being investigated as suspicious.
An unconventional book club within one of the nation’s largest jails has transformed the career ambitions of DePaul University senior Nana Ampofo. Each week, she drives a van of her peers to Cook County Jail to engage in thought-provoking discussions about books with inmates, including renowned activist Sister Helen Prejean. The club promotes open-minded conversations, recognizing the shared humanity between individuals regardless of their backgrounds or circumstances. The program has expanded into a popular volunteer effort, with each academic quarter featuring a new cohort. The discussions resonate deeply with the group members, who are predominantly Black or Latino. They tackle books that address personal experiences, societal issues, and the complexities of the criminal justice system. Sister Helen Prejean’s visit to the book club was a poignant moment, as she shared her experiences as a spiritual advisor to death row inmates. Her presence underscored the club’s mission to challenge misconceptions and foster empathy.
Residents along Bridlecrest Boulevard Southwest in Calgary are expressing concerns over repeated vehicle crashes in their neighborhood. The latest incident occurred on Sunday afternoon, when a truck crashed into a home, injuring three people. No one was inside the house at the time of the crash. The cause of the crash is still under investigation by police. Neighbours report that this is the seventh such incident in two-and-a-half years, and are calling on the city to implement additional safety measures at the intersection of Bridlecrest Boulevard and 162nd Avenue.
A somber turn of events has unfolded in Calgary, as authorities have officially identified Manpreet Kaur, 25, as the victim of a fatal incident on Sunday. At approximately 9:20 a.m., police responded to a report of a woman in critical need of medical attention within a residence on Redstone Common Northeast. Despite the valiant efforts of emergency responders, life-saving measures proved futile, and she was sadly pronounced deceased at the scene. An autopsy conducted on Tuesday confirmed the victim’s identity. While a man initially taken into custody has since been released, the investigation continues to unfold. Any individuals with information related to this incident, particularly those who may have interacted with or have knowledge of Kaur’s activities prior to her unfortunate demise, are earnestly requested to reach out to the Calgary Police Service or Crime Stoppers. This marks the seventh homicide to plague Calgary in this ongoing year.
The City of Calgary’s proposed blanket rezoning bylaw, currently under discussion at a historic public hearing, aims to simplify the process of allowing duplexes, triplexes, and rowhouses in most residential areas. However, confusion and concerns have arisen, prompting the city to clarify the details of the proposed changes. The bylaw would not permit highrises and would still require developers to obtain development permits for multi-unit buildings. It aims to streamline the process and reduce costs for homeowners, while allowing for more flexibility in housing options. The public hearing has attracted over 840 speakers, with discussions focusing on affordability, community involvement, and the need for evidence-based decision-making.
Jewish groups are planning protests in cities across the country, including Brooklyn, where they plan to risk mass arrest by closing down the street where US Leader Chuck Schumer resides. The protests, planned for the second night of Passover, come amid a spate of demonstrations on college campuses over Israel’s war in Gaza. Hundreds of students and others have been arrested at universities, while critics have accused some protesters of antisemitism and harassment. The White House is monitoring the situation closely and has said it will speak out against antisemitic rhetoric. New York City police arrested more than 120 protesters on New York University’s campus late on Monday.
US Special Envoy David Satterfield holds Hamas responsible for the suffering in Gaza, refuting comparisons to Israel’s humanitarian policy. He highlights Hamas’s use of civilians as human shields and its preference for violence over peaceful resolutions as the root cause of the crisis. Despite opportunities for a cease-fire, Hamas has allegedly chosen to continue its violent agenda, contributing to the victimization of Palestinians and jeopardizing their future.
Officer Luis Huesca, a Chicago police officer for six years, was returning home early Sunday after a shift when he was fatally shot. Huesca is the third Chicago police officer to be shot this year, and the first fatally. His family is entitled to survivor’s death benefits following the designation of his death as in the line of duty.
