Faqiri family seeks apology, action on inquest recommendations
The family of Soleiman Faqiri calls for a formal apology from Ontario's premier and immediate implementation of prison inquest recommendations. The case highlights systemic failures.
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Man guilty in 2022 Edmonton prison killing
A man serving life for murdering a Calgary youth counsellor has been found guilty of killing another inmate at Edmonton Institution in 2022. Get the details on this high-security prison case.
Tekashi 6ix9ine gets 3 months in prison for probation breach
Controversial rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine has been sentenced to three months in prison for violating his probation terms related to a previous gang case. Get the latest details on the court's decision.
High-risk offender bought alcohol after prison release
A high-risk offender in Kitchener confessed to purchasing alcohol immediately after his release from prison, raising serious public safety concerns. Read the full details of the case.
Canadian drug kingpin gets 16-year sentence in Australia
Tse Chi Lop, a Canadian from Toronto dubbed 'Asia's El Chapo,' receives a 16-year prison sentence in Australia for leading a global drug syndicate. Read the full story.
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.
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.
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.
'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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Broken prison sprinklers cost $1.1M in repairs
Two malfunctioning sprinklers at a New Brunswick prison resulted in a staggering $1.1 million repair bill for Correctional Service Canada. Learn how minor maintenance issues can lead to major taxpayer expenses.
Dellen Millard moved to medium security facility
Convicted serial killer Dellen Millard has been transferred to a medium security prison in Canada. Learn about the details of his relocation and the crimes that shocked the nation.
Dellen Millard transferred to medium security prison
Notorious triple murderer Dellen Millard has been transferred to a medium-security facility, sparking outrage from victims' families. Learn about the controversial decision and its implications.
Life sentence killer granted unescorted temporary absences
An Ontario man convicted of killing his wife with a hammer has been granted unescorted temporary absences from prison. The decision raises questions about rehabilitation and public safety.
Ex-French President Sarkozy to publish prison memoir
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy announces prison memoir publication while facing legal appeals. Get exclusive details about his tell-all book and ongoing court battles.
Fugees rapper gets 14 years for illegal Obama donations
Fugees rapper Pras Michel sentenced to 14 years in prison for illegal campaign donations to Obama. Full details on the high-profile case and its implications.
Life inmate gets extra year for confining guards
Serena Tobaccojuice, serving life for a 1997 murder, received a 12-month sentence for using tweezers to confine Nova Scotia prison guards. Learn about the case details.
Weinstein Gets 37 Years for Fraud After Trump Pardon
Eliyahu Weinstein, pardoned by Trump in 2021, sentenced to 37 years for a new $35M fraud scheme. The case highlights flaws in clemency and repeat white-collar crime.
Cree identity considered in NS prison hostage sentencing
Lawyer argues Cree background should influence sentencing for Nova Institution hostage-taking. Case highlights Indigenous overrepresentation in Canadian justice system.
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