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UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Not in our village': asylum camp rumours prompt fear and night vigils in East Sussex

Crowborough residents fear and mobilize against plans to house up to 540 single adult male asylum seekers at a nearby military training camp.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 days ago

Vigilante black belt takes down 'sex attacker' in London street weeks after tackling Tube pickpocket suspect

A 29-year-old jiu-jitsu black belt intervened in multiple London crimes, restraining an alleged sex attacker and confronting suspected thieves to protect strangers.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Fremont man accused of killing sex offender expected back in court soon

A Fremont man allegedly used the Megan's Law database to target and fatally stab a registered sex offender; his defense cites mental health issues.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Predators review grimly compelling look at reality TV revenge hunt for child abusers

Documentary Predators exposes how reality TV vigilante spectacles like To Catch a Predator transform public humiliation into punitive performance with damaging ethical consequences.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Premier Ford says he told Home Depot shoplifter, 'I'm going to kick your ass' | CBC News

Ontario Premier Doug Ford said he threatened to beat a Home Depot shoplifter after security declined to pursue the suspected theft.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Meet the Brazilian delivery driver fighting London's pickpocketing crisis... armed with spay paint and a GoPro

I remember the first time I came here and I was completely relieved about my safety, Mr Galdino said. In Brazil you feel so scared in the streets. When I came here, I was completely free of that feeling. But in the last few years, seeing these things happen all the time, my perception has completely changed. I really do believe London is a paradise (for pickpockets).
London politics
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Fremont man targeted registered sex offender in brutal knife murder, police say

Varun Suresh used the Megan's Law database to locate and allegedly murder a registered sex offender after premeditated, race-influenced targeting.
fromThe Washington Post
5 months ago

Vigilantes once fought Haiti's gangs. Now it's hard to tell them apart.

Victims, analysts, rights activists, and U.N. officials warn that self-defense groups in Port-au-Prince are increasingly committing abuses similar to those perpetrated by gangs.
Miscellaneous
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

Vigilantes deliver street justice to brute who grabbed, attacked woman on NYC subway platform, dramatic video shows

The victim began to scream for help, prompting several men to gather on the elevated platform. "Let her go!" one yelled.
New York City
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

No Vigilantes Act' would require those doing immigration raids in California to identify themselves

Masked individuals may be impersonating immigration officers during raids across Southern California, leading to calls for new laws to regulate their actions.
Parenting
fromNew York Post
7 months ago

Florida man arrested after attacking 11-year-old girl he was convinced threw eggs at his home: video

The arrest of Marius Mutu highlights serious misconduct and the community's role in safeguarding children.
DC food
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago

The ending of 'Daredevil: Born Again' delivers Marvel's goriest moment. Here's what to know about season two.

"Daredevil: Born Again" ends with the most graphic scene in the MCU, foreshadowing a dark path for its characters.
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