Sharp Increase in Withdrawn Criminal Charges in Ontario
The number of criminal charges withdrawn in Ontario has risen dramatically, sparking debate over court backlogs and public safety. Experts warn of systemic strain.
The number of criminal charges withdrawn in Ontario has risen dramatically, sparking debate over court backlogs and public safety. Experts warn of systemic strain.
Maple Ridge City Councillor Ahmed Yousef has been charged with four counts of sexual assault. The charges were announced on January 15, 2026. Learn the details and potential consequences.
Actor Timothy Busfield turns himself in to authorities in New Mexico to face serious child sex abuse charges. Get the latest details on the case and the actor's career.
Prosecutors have withdrawn charges in a 2024 fatal shooting case in Cambridge, Ontario. Get the latest details on the investigation and its conclusion.
Authorities in Ohio have laid charges against a former husband in connection with the murders of a local couple. Get the latest details on this developing case.
St. Thomas Police have laid charges following a violent break-and-enter. Get the latest details on the incident and the police response.
A LaSalle man accused of a hate crime is now facing additional charges. Get the latest details on this developing case from Windsor.
Ontario Provincial Police have charged a woman in connection with a series of property damage and vehicle theft incidents in Grey Highlands. Get the details on the charges and investigation.
A Conservative candidate in Surrey, B.C., has withdrawn his legal challenge of the October 2024 federal election result. The move ends a protracted dispute over the riding's outcome.
UK comedian Russell Brand faces two new criminal charges of rape and assault, as announced by police. Get the latest details on the case.
U.K. police have charged comedian Russell Brand with two additional sex offences. The new charges come as part of an ongoing investigation into the entertainer. Read the latest developments.
A murder charge against Timothy Rees has been formally withdrawn after a court set aside his conviction for a 1989 killing. The legal reversal marks a significant development in a decades-old case.
A Winnipeg corrections officer accused of sexually assaulting inmates is now facing more criminal charges. Get the latest details on this developing case.
Ottawa Police have laid child exploitation material charges against a 23-year-old local man. Get the latest details on this developing case.
A 34-year-old man and 23-year-old woman in Montreal face pimping charges for allegedly using Tinder to recruit for prostitution. Police detail the operation and charges.
A 19-year-old man from Northern Ontario faces serious charges related to child pornography. Get the latest details on the investigation and charges laid.
A man from Kingsville, Ontario, is facing serious child pornography charges following an investigation by the Ontario Provincial Police. Details on the arrest and charges.
Ontario Provincial Police charge 82-year-old man with historical sexual assaults in Embrun. Case highlights ongoing efforts to address unresolved crimes in Eastern Ontario communities.
Former London city councillor Mariam Hamou has been charged with extortion following an investigation. Learn the details of this developing political scandal.
A Kitchener man faces multiple charges after allegedly threatening his ex-girlfriend and her new boyfriend while armed with a weapon. Police responded to the domestic incident on November 27.
Crown prosecutors have withdrawn all charges against a Calgary man previously accused in connection with a toddler's death. Learn the latest developments in this ongoing legal case.
James Plover receives months-long sentence for assault and threats as he awaits murder trial proceedings. Learn about the case details and legal implications.
A man faces charges after allegedly threatening a Burlington city staffer, forcing a temporary closure of city hall. Halton Regional Police are investigating the incident.
Hamilton police have laid charges against two men following what authorities describe as a vicious assault against a transgender person. Learn about the case details and community response.
Ontario Provincial Police charge Alberta man and woman in sexual assault investigation dating back to 2020. Latest developments in ongoing case.
A Cape Breton man faces multiple criminal charges including impaired driving, drug possession, and weapons offenses following a police investigation. Learn about the specific charges and potential consequences.
Three suspects face charges in the fatal shooting of rising Latin music star DELAROSA in Los Angeles. Get the latest developments in this tragic case.
Regina police have charged three individuals following a destructive spree that damaged 16 vehicles with baseball bats in the city's north end. Learn the details of this shocking case.
Kevin Spacey is set to contest new charges in a U.K. court, marking another legal battle for the actor. Get the latest details on the case and its implications.
A Hamilton man faces criminal charges after allegedly stealing a wallet and using the credit cards. The incident follows a W5 investigation into similar activities.