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FCT Police Commissioner Warns Officers Against Misconduct
Politicsvanguard-ng6d ago

FCT Police Commissioner Warns Officers Against Misconduct

The Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), CP Ahmed Mohammed Sanusi, warned police personnel against misconduct, abuse of authority, harassment, and extortion of residents, while also launching a new crime response unit.

South Africa Police Chief Suspended Over $20M Contract
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South Africa Police Chief Suspended Over $20M Contract

South Africa's national police chief has been suspended by the president over an alleged irregular $20 million health contract. This decision comes amidst a broader corruption probe.

South Africa Police Chief Charged Over Controversial Contract
HealthAPBBCgraphic-ghana+1myjoyonline1mo ago4 sources

South Africa Police Chief Charged Over Controversial Contract

South Africa's national police commissioner, Fannie Masemola, has been charged in connection with a controversial health contract worth an alleged $21 million. He appeared in court to face accusations related to the unlawful contract.

Police Officers and Civilian Face Separate Legal Proceedings
Politicscyprus-mailpunch-ng1mo ago2 sources

Police Officers and Civilian Face Separate Legal Proceedings

A man is set to stand trial for assaulting police officers, while a police commissioner in Delta has ordered the trial of officers implicated in an extortion video. These separate incidents highlight ongoing legal proceedings involving both police and civilians.

Icelandic police chief seeks to strengthen anti-terrorism defenses
Worldmorgunbladid3mo ago

Icelandic police chief seeks to strengthen anti-terrorism defenses

Iceland's national police commissioner is advocating for enhanced anti-terrorism defenses, as the country's terror threat level remains at stage three out of five, citing increased international security uncertainties and the growing influence of digital propaganda.

NSW police end restriction on protests now Israeli president has left the country
PoliticsThe GuardianThe Independent3mo ago2 sources

NSW police end restriction on protests now Israeli president has left the country

Widespread allegations of police brutality followed a rally outside Sydney’s Town Hall on 9 February against visit by Isaac Herzog The New South Wales police commissioner has ended a restriction on protests that effectively banned marches in designated areas now that Israeli president Isaac Herzog has left Australia. On Tuesday, Mal Lanyon announced the restriction would cease, meaning protester organisers can once again use the form 1 system to facilitate marches with police, without the risk of being arrested in the CBD and the eastern suburbs. Continue reading...

Former Commissioner Villarejo Denies Involvement in 'Kitchen' Case
Politicsla-vanguardia5d ago

Former Commissioner Villarejo Denies Involvement in 'Kitchen' Case

Former police commissioner José Manuel Villarejo has denied his involvement in the 'Kitchen' case, stating as an accused that he was never tasked with finding recordings of former President Rajoy, but rather with locating the PP's former treasurer's fortune in Switzerland.

Icelandic Civil Protection Proposed as Independent Institution
Worldruv1mo ago

Icelandic Civil Protection Proposed as Independent Institution

Landsbjörg, the Icelandic Association for Search and Rescue, proposes that Civil Protection become an independent institution, primarily responsible for coordinating emergency responders and actions during hazardous situations, rather than operating under the national police commissioner.

Armed Man Arrested in Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland
Worldmorgunbladid1mo ago

Armed Man Arrested in Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland

A man armed with a bladed weapon was arrested in Vestmannaeyjar and transported to Reykjavík by the national police commissioner's special forces following an operation at a residential building.

Villarejo Convicted for Leaking Stolen Data to Harm Podemos
Politicsel-mundo1mo ago

Villarejo Convicted for Leaking Stolen Data to Harm Podemos

Former Spanish police commissioner José Manuel Villarejo has been sentenced to three and a half years in prison and ordered to compensate Pablo Iglesias and Dina Bousselham for disseminating stolen data from Bousselham's memory card to harm the Podemos party.

UK Raises Terror Threat to Severe After Golders Green Attack
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UK Raises Terror Threat to Severe After Golders Green Attack

The United Kingdom has elevated its terrorism threat level to "severe" following an attack on Jewish men in Golders Green, London. Authorities warn that another attack is highly likely, prompting reviews of public protests and increased vigilance.

Investigator Recalls Villarejo's Threat Against Rajoy in 'Kitchen Case' Trial
Politicsel-mundo2mo ago

Investigator Recalls Villarejo's Threat Against Rajoy in 'Kitchen Case' Trial

An internal affairs investigator testified in Spain's National Court, recalling a threat made by former police commissioner José Manuel Villarejo against former Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy. Villarejo allegedly threatened to reveal 'compromising information' about Rajoy, referred to as 'the Asturian' by investigators.

SAPS official requested arrest of Musa Khawula
Worldmail-guardian3mo ago

SAPS official requested arrest of Musa Khawula

Police officer Fannie Nkosi has stated that Deputy Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya asked Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala to arrest Musa Khawula, indicating a specific directive within the South African Police Service.

Public Prosecutor Requests Conviction for Marielle Franco Murder Accused
Politicsobservador3mo ago

Public Prosecutor Requests Conviction for Marielle Franco Murder Accused

The Public Prosecutor's Office has requested the conviction of those accused of ordering the murder of Marielle Franco, including a Rio de Janeiro Court of Accounts counselor, a former federal deputy, the Rio Civil Police commissioner, a former Court of Accounts advisor, and a former police officer.

Lagos police commissioner acted illegally by declaring Sowore wanted – Court
PoliticsPremium Times3mo ago

Lagos police commissioner acted illegally by declaring Sowore wanted – Court

The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Moshood Jimoh, declared Mr Sowore wanted on 3 November 2025 for attempting to lead a protest on the Third Mainland Bridge over the demolition exercise in poor settlements of Oworonshoki in the state. The post Lagos police commissioner acted illegally by declaring Sowore wanted – Court appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

NT Police Will Not Charge Officers Over Kumanjayi White's Death
PoliticsThe Guardian19d ago

NT Police Will Not Charge Officers Over Kumanjayi White's Death

Northern Territory police have announced that no charges will be laid against officers involved in the death of Kumanjayi White, who died while being restrained at a Coles store. The police commissioner acknowledged the outcome would cause significant distress for White's family and the wider community.

Villarejo Threatened Rajoy in "Kitchen Plot" Espionage Case
Politicsla-vanguardia2mo ago

Villarejo Threatened Rajoy in "Kitchen Plot" Espionage Case

Details have emerged from the "Kitchen plot" trial in Spain, revealing that former police commissioner Villarejo threatened to "take down" former Prime Minister Rajoy, who was codenamed 'El barbas' by those involved in the espionage against former PP treasurer Luis Bárcenas.

Villarejo Invented Nicknames for "Kitchen Case" Scandal
Politicsla-vanguardia2mo ago

Villarejo Invented Nicknames for "Kitchen Case" Scandal

The article reveals that former police commissioner Villarejo coined the nickname 'chef' for Bárcenas's driver and 'kitchen' for the corruption case itself. This refers to the ongoing "Kitchen Case" scandal in Spain, which involves alleged illegal operations to steal documents from former PP treasurer Luis Bárcenas.

MRA Demands Probe into Bauchi Journalist Assault
WorldPremium Times2mo ago

MRA Demands Probe into Bauchi Journalist Assault

The Media Rights Agenda (MRA) has called for a credible investigation into the assault of a journalist in Bauchi, viewing the police commissioner's response as a positive step towards accountability.

Worlddhaka-tribune2mo ago

DMP Commissioner Assures Eid Security in Dhaka

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police Commissioner has assured the public that there are no security threats for the upcoming Eid celebrations, with the highest level of preparation in place.

#EndSARS: Lawyer writes Lagos police commissioner, demands payment of N10m judgement debt
PoliticsPremium Times3mo ago

#EndSARS: Lawyer writes Lagos police commissioner, demands payment of N10m judgement debt

A human rights lawyer, Joseph Opute, has given the Lagos State Police Command a two-day ultimatum to pay N10 million awarded against it by the Federal High Court in Lagos for violating the fundamental rights of #EndSARS memorial protesters. PREMIUM TIMES obtained a copy of the letter dated 3 March and addressed to the Commissioner […] The post #EndSARS: Lawyer writes Lagos police commissioner, demands payment of N10m judgement debt appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.