The Latest Breaking News from Murder

Murder trial juror who conducted own research spared jail over ‘judgment error’

Sadiq Leon, 42, received a suspended sentence after pleading guilty to two counts under the Juries Act 1974.

The Independent UK · Mar 7, 2023

Olivia Pratt-Korbel murder: ‘Killer ruthlessly pursued intended target’, trial told

Nine-year-old Olivia Pratt-Korbel was killed by a gunman in "ruthless pursuit" of his intended victim, a court has heard.

Evening Standard · Mar 7, 2023

Son of Paisley builder stabbed multiple times on busy street jailed for attempted murder

Stewart McMeekin was sentenced at the High Court in Glasgow today following the horrific attack on his father Thomas McMeekin, who has been left scarred for life.

Glasgow Live · Mar 7, 2023

Texas executes Gary Green for 2009 murder of his wife and her 6-year-old daughter

Green’s appellate attorneys unsuccessfully argued that his intellectual impairments and mental health status made him ineligible for the death penalty.

The Texas Tribune · Mar 7, 2023

Tamil Nadu’s ‘attacks’ on migrants: The anatomy of a rumour

A friend sends a text message: “My mother’s really worried about the murders of Bihari workers in Tamil Nadu, she saw some videos on WhatsApp.”

Newslaundry · Mar 7, 2023

Reward of £20k offered in hunt for killer after woman murdered in hospital

Valerie Kneale was killed in what police believe was a 'horrific attack' at Blackpool Victoria Hospital

Manchester Evening News · Mar 7, 2023

Alleged wife killer arrested

A man wanted for the murder of his wife, who was set on fire and then stabbed to death in Samut Prakan on Monday, was arrested on Tuesday.

Bangkok Post · Mar 7, 2023

Alleged wife burner, killer arrested

SAMUT PRAKAN: A man wanted for the murder of his wife, who was set on fire and then stabbed to death at Bang Pu Industrial Estate in Muang district on Monday, was arrested on Tuesday in adjoining Chachoengsao province.

Bangkok Post · Mar 7, 2023

Alex Murdaugh trial – live: Brother Randy breaks silence on guilty verdict as son Buster reports harassment

Murdaugh was convicted last week for murdering his wife Maggie and son Paul in June 2021

The Independent UK · Mar 7, 2023

Northern Victorian council sacked following murder

Moira Shire Council will be dismissed following a "deeply concerning" probe into the murder of a manager by a worker, governance concerns and other issues.

AAP · Mar 7, 2023