Police seize 386 kilos of fentanyl across Canada
A five-month national police campaign resulted in the seizure of nearly 400 kg of fentanyl and over 8,100 arrests. Ontario and B.C. saw the largest hauls.
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Windsor's Role in Canada's Fentanyl Trade Revealed
A record $6.5M fentanyl seizure in Windsor highlights the city's critical role in Canada's opioid crisis. Learn about the geographic factors and public health impact.
Canada seizes thousands of kilos of drugs, $13.46M cash
Canadian authorities have intercepted a massive haul of illicit drugs and millions in cash in a major operation. Discover the details of this significant security victory.
Honduran ex-president pardoned by Trump freed
Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez, convicted on drug charges, has been released from a U.S. prison after a pardon by former President Donald Trump. Get the full story on this controversial development.
Man gets 10-year sentence for 2023 Regina homicide
A Regina man has been sentenced to a decade in prison for a 2023 homicide. The victim's father, described as grief-stricken, addressed the court. Read the full details of the sentencing.
400+ Canadian prison staff disciplined, 12 fired for misconduct
Canada's prison service disciplined over 400 employees, firing 12, for serious misconduct including smuggling contraband. Get the full details on the agency's accountability actions.
France captures inmate in dramatic bed-sheet prison break
French authorities apprehend one escapee after two prisoners used bed sheets to break out of prison. The dramatic escape highlights ongoing security concerns in correctional facilities.
Six new inquests announced in Manitoba including prison deaths
Manitoba's chief medical examiner has called six new inquests into recent deaths, including fatalities at Stony Mountain Institution and an RCMP shooting. Learn the details.
Two inmates escape French prison using bed sheets
Two prisoners executed an old-fashioned escape from a French jail using bed sheets. The dramatic breakout occurred in November 2025, highlighting security concerns.
Alberta toughens penalties for contraband tobacco trade
Edmonton police report a third of Alberta's tobacco is illicit, fueling organized crime. New Bill 12 proposes tripling fines to reclaim millions in lost tax revenue and protect public health.
French Prison Escape: Inmates Use Bed Sheets to Flee
Two prisoners escaped from an overcrowded French jail using old-fashioned methods. Discover how they sawed through bars and what this reveals about France's prison crisis. Read more.
Inmate hospitalized following assault at B.C. prison
An inmate at Kent Institution in Agassiz, B.C. was hospitalized after a serious assault at the maximum-security facility. Details emerge about the incident at one of Canada's most secure prisons.
$70K Contraband Seized from N.B. Maximum-Security Prison
Correctional officers confiscated unauthorized items worth $70,000 from Atlantic Institution in Renous, N.B. Read about the major prison seizure operation.
14 arrested in international porch pirate ring operation
Authorities dismantle sophisticated porch pirate ring that operated across Long Island, tracking deliveries and selling stolen goods globally. Learn how the investigation unfolded.
Edmonton Motorcycle Gang Members Arrested in Weapons Bust
EPS arrests One Order Motorcycle Club members after a months-long investigation, seizing weapons and dismantling the gang's Edmonton operations. Read the full details.
Edmonton Police Bust One Order Motorcycle Club in Raids
Edmonton police dismantle One Order Motorcycle Club in massive Alberta-BC raids, seizing 19 firearms and $118K cash. Major organized crime network disrupted with dozens arrested.
Brazil's Bolsonaro starts 27-year coup sentence
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro begins 27-year prison sentence for coup attempt. Get the latest details on this historic political development.
B.C. money launderer sentenced to 18 months jail
Alexandra Joie Chow, 37, receives 18-month sentence for money laundering in Richmond court. First such conviction in BC in a decade following CFSEU investigation.
'Hillbilly Elegy' Used in Ohio Prison Drug Smuggling
A man sprayed JD Vance's memoir 'Hillbilly Elegy' with narcotics and shipped it to an Ohio prison. Austin Siebert received over a decade in prison for the drug trafficking operation.
$7.65M illegal tobacco seized in Lloydminster bust
Lloydminster RCMP confiscated 8.8 million unstamped cigarettes worth $7.65 million during a routine traffic stop. The driver faces multiple charges in one of Alberta's largest recent tobacco seizures.
Inmate who married Luka Magnotta denied parole
Anthony Theophile Jolin, who married notorious killer Luka Magnotta in prison, has been denied parole for murdering a fellow inmate. Read the full details of the parole board's decision.
Rizzuto Clan Targeted in Montreal Jail Shooting
Gunfire erupts outside Rivière-des-Prairies detention centre in Montreal, allegedly targeting the Rizzuto crime family. Police investigation underway.
Drugs smuggled into Ohio prison via 'Hillbilly Elegy' book
Authorities discovered drugs soaked into pages of JD Vance's 'Hillbilly Elegy' during Ohio prison smuggling operation. Learn how inmates bypassed security measures.
Gunshots near Montreal jail signal 'explosive tension'
Guards union warns of dangerous climate after shots fired near Montreal jail housing high-ranking organized crime members. Read about the security concerns.
Alleged West End Gang Leader 'Big Gerry' Matticks Dies
Gerald 'Big Gerry' Matticks, the alleged leader of Montreal's West End Gang, has died at age 85. Discover the details and his reported criminal legacy.
G7 security meeting targets global crime organizations
G7 security officials prioritize dismantling international criminal networks in latest meeting. European official confirms global crime groups are key focus area for enhanced cooperation.
Montreal crime figure Gerald Matticks dies at 85
Gerald Matticks, the alleged leader of Montreal's West End Gang, has died at 85. Remembered as a larger-than-life figure who controlled the city's drug trade while giving back to the poor.
Serial killer's prison transfer sparks family outrage
Families express outrage as Ontario serial killer moves to medium-security prison. Experts explain why this isn't 'day camp' and what the transfer means.
G7 Ministers Meet in Ottawa on Organized Crime
G7 security ministers convene in Ottawa to address transnational organized crime, migrant smuggling, and drug trafficking. Key discussions focus on enhancing international cooperation.
Serial killer transfer to medium-security prison outrages families
Families express outrage as Ontario serial killer moves to medium-security facility. Experts explain prison transfer protocols and security implications.
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