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Ecuador's Gangster Insurgency

CrashOut by Ioan Grillo • 511 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Latin America Crime Television Propaganda
  1. Ecuador faced a gangster insurgency involving violent actions like seizing TV stations and kidnapping police officers.
  2. The gangsters used propaganda tactics like releasing videos to spread fear and intimidation among the public.
  3. The situation in Ecuador reflects a broader issue of crime wars in Latin America, with implications beyond its borders.

California’s Homegrown Serial-Killing Sicario

CrashOut by Ioan Grillo • 471 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🌐 International Crime Drug Trafficking Organized Crime Cartels
  1. El Mano Negra, a California hitman, shares details of his narco hits and cartel operations in the United States
  2. Martinez, a prolific killer, operated for years without capture but finally faced trial and received multiple life sentences
  3. Martinez's motives for murder ranged from 'honor killings' to serving drug traffickers, highlighting the dark reality of cartel violence in the US
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How Cartels Invaded Chiapas

CrashOut by Ioan Grillo • 589 implied HN points • 20 Dec 23
🌍 World Politics Cartels Crime Mexico Border
  1. Chiapas in Mexico is facing a serious crisis due to cartel invasions, leading to violence, instability, and control over various aspects of society.
  2. The presence of cartels in Chiapas has caused significant disruption to the local economy, especially impacting cross-border trade and migration routes.
  3. The government's absence and historical lack of strong presence in the region have allowed armed groups to flourish, leading to a complex web of power struggles and violence.

Killers to be identified today

A Lawyer Writes • 255 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
📰 News Crime
  1. Two teenagers who murdered a 16-year-old will be identified and sentenced today.
  2. The judge may order the teenagers to be detained indefinitely and set a minimum term before release.
  3. Sentencing considerations include the seriousness of the offense and mitigating/aggravating factors.

The Moral Panic Over Retail Theft Is Out of Control

Discourse Blog • 1061 implied HN points • 05 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Crime Policing Legislation Government funding Economic Impact
  1. Retailers are using the narrative of organized theft to justify store closures, blame financial downturns, and push for harsher laws and increased police funding.
  2. There is doubt and skepticism about the actual extent and impact of organized retail theft, despite widespread media coverage and corporate claims.
  3. The response to the perceived rise in theft includes enhanced security measures, stricter laws, and significant funding for law enforcement, generating concerns about over-policing and reinforcing damaging narratives.

Links to Consider

In My Tribe • 364 implied HN points • 05 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Crime Israel Prison System
  1. American high incarceration rate is driven by violent crimes, not only drug offenses.
  2. Innocence holds power in American society's struggle with its history.
  3. Today's successful businesses focus on software capital and a different management culture.

In Venezuela, activists cry foul after reported priest suicide

The Pillar • 294 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Human Rights Crime Government Corruption
  1. Fr. Josiah K'Okal was a Kenyan missionary living in Venezuela who advocated for the human rights of indigenous communities, particularly the Warao people.
  2. His death was ruled a suicide, but activists, media, and Catholics believe foul play was involved due to inconsistencies in the case.
  3. K'Okal's work to expose human trafficking and defend indigenous rights in a region plagued by criminal groups raised suspicions about the circumstances of his death.

Gigaheroes

Trantor Publishing • 219 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
⚔ Fiction Superheroes Espionage Dystopian Crime
  1. Enzyme effects vary based on compatibility and can lead to extraordinary powers but quick deterioration.
  2. Corporate entities exploit enzyme production from high-powered individuals for clandestine purposes.
  3. The heist plan involves infiltration, manipulation of security systems, and retrieval of a discreet 'Registry' item.

Radio tower caper goes sideways

INDIGNITY • 255 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Crime Advice Media Entertainment
  1. A radio tower theft incident went wrong, involving stolen merchandise like tanks, trailers, and jewelry.
  2. Various items were recently found in America, including a rocket grenade, a brown diamond, credit card skimmers, and chewed money.
  3. The newsletter also features sandwich recipes and discussions on Bluesky codes, a morning podcast, and marketing for different publications.

Fraudulent DMCA Takedown Submitted to Hide Details of Felony Domestic Violence Arrest of Premise CEO Delwin Maury Blackman

All-Source Intelligence Fusion • 581 implied HN points • 20 Nov 23
📰 News Legal issues Crime Journalism Ethics
  1. A fraudulent DMCA takedown request was submitted to hide details of a CEO's felony domestic violence arrest.
  2. The fraudulent request involved purposefully sloppy English and impersonation of the author.
  3. Despite the request's clear falsity, the hosting service complied to minimize legal liability.

Friday brief exclusive: Fire chief candidate under investigation by police watchdog

NN Journal • 176 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
📰 News Investigation Local government Crime Elections Journalism
  1. The fire chief candidate is under investigation by the police watchdog for behavior during her time as deputy chief constable.
  2. North Northamptonshire Council is facing scrutiny for a planning fiasco involving a warehouse approval mix-up.
  3. A University of Northampton student has been sentenced to prison for the murder of another student during a drug dispute.

The Dark Web and a Journalist Murder

CrashOut by Ioan Grillo • 825 implied HN points • 04 Oct 23
📰 News Crime Dark web Journalism Assassination Investigation
  1. The dark web can be used for illicit activities like hiring hitmen and selling illegal weapons.
  2. Scammers on the dark web may offer false information about hiring hitmen to deceive others for financial gain.
  3. Investigating crimes on the dark web can reveal potential links to real-world incidents, showcasing the need for vigilance in cyberspace.

Pedophiles, Hebephiles, Incels, and Transgenders

donaldjeffries • 1198 implied HN points • 30 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Social Issues Sexuality Crime Media Society
  1. The term 'pedophile' is often misused and misunderstood, with distinctions between pedophiles, hebephiles, and other types of attractions.
  2. There is concern about the societal impacts of transgender activism, especially in schools and on young children.
  3. There are discussions about double standards and inconsistencies in society regarding sexuality, including issues related to incels and cultural attitudes towards minors.

Ecuador’s Shocking Mafia Violence Threatens To Worsen Border And Migration Crisis

Public • 248 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Crime Migration Violence Latin America
  1. Ecuador is facing a rise in mafia violence which could worsen the border and migration crisis.
  2. The crime in Ecuador is escalating, with a recent attack on a TV station illustrating the depth of the issue.
  3. The interconnected problems of crime and drug gangs in Latin America contribute to migration issues and destabilize governments.

Gigaheroes

Trantor Publishing • 239 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
⚔ Fiction Action Thriller Crime Adventure
  1. Isaac contemplates his actions for offering godlike powers in exchange for attacks on ASA headquarters, showing a mix of guilt and justification.
  2. Isaac and Joshua strategize ways to help Adam Mason evade detection and prepare for future actions, highlighting their tactical planning.
  3. Isaac meets Mr. Greene to acquire services from the Index, showcasing the secrecy of their operation and discussions on power classes and the city's impending change.

What Crips founder Stan Tookie Williams told me shortly before his execution.

Break Free with Karen Hunt • 1238 implied HN points • 29 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Crime Justice Social Issues Government
  1. Stan Tookie Williams warned against joining gangs, advising to avoid trouble, pain, and sadness.
  2. He emphasized the importance of positive choices, education, and self-improvement to prevent a life of crime.
  3. Williams promoted peace, redemption, and helping others, even from death row, emphasizing the power of faith.

Perverted Incentives

Holly’s Newsletter • 1572 implied HN points • 16 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Justice Crime Law Children Abuse
  1. Proposed Florida law for death penalty for child sex crimes may have unintended consequences like removing incentives for perpetrators to keep victims alive.
  2. Trauma reactions to child sexual abuse are complex and reporting may be deterred due to consequences for families and communities.
  3. Suggests life without parole as fitting punishment for these crimes, highlighting the need to consider the complexity and unintended outcomes of changing laws around child sexual abuse.

The Cartels Have Been Sent to Kill Us – They are allied with Corporate Fascists, Greens, the Hard Left and the CCP.

Welcome to Absurdistan • 1218 implied HN points • 25 Jun 23
🌍 World Politics Corruption Crime Government Activism
  1. The city of Vancouver has experienced a disturbing transformation over the years, falling victim to crime, drugs, human trafficking, and corruption.
  2. The infiltration of the CCP in Canada poses a significant threat, leading to criminal activities like drug trafficking and violence.
  3. The rise of cartels in cities can be linked to the collapse of resource economies and the influence of groups like corporate fascists and hard-left activists.

Why Have Cops Stopped Pulling People Over In A Crime Wave?

Public • 247 implied HN points • 21 Dec 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Crime Police Reform Crime Rates
  1. Police reform has led to a decrease in traffic stops for minor infractions, which has impacted crime rates.
  2. Reductions in traffic stops have not shown significant reduction in racial disparities but have led to a dramatic increase in crime.
  3. The decrease in traffic stops has resulted in a rise in car thefts in Oakland, contributing to the overall increase in crime.

Enemy of the State

God's Spies by Thomas Neuburger • 70 implied HN points • 29 Feb 24
📰 News Politics International Crime War Journalism
  1. An enemy of the state is someone accused of political crimes like treason, targeted for repressing political dissent, under the guise of protecting national security.
  2. Julian Assange faces opposition for publishing leaked data and exposing U.S. military actions like the 'Collateral Murder' video, leading to a potential 175-year sentence.
  3. It's crucial to recognize the impact of such exposures on democracy, human rights, and the concept of state-sponsored violence.

The World's Most Famous Narco Wife Walks

CrashOut by Ioan Grillo • 628 implied HN points • 13 Sep 23
🌍 World Politics Crime Gender Power Violence Drug Trafficking
  1. Emma Coronel is a famous figure due to her association with El Chapo and her glamour as a former beauty queen
  2. There is a long-standing interest in the role of narco wives in media and fiction, focusing on their relationships and power dynamics
  3. Despite her legal troubles, Coronel continues to attract media attention and appears to be navigating her situation strategically

Ecuador's Gangster Warlords and the Murder of a Presidential Candidate

CrashOut by Ioan Grillo • 727 implied HN points • 10 Aug 23
🌍 World Politics Crime Violence Corruption Elections
  1. Ecuador's democracy is impacted by gang violence, including the recent assassination of a presidential candidate.
  2. Gangsters in Ecuador have evolved into powerful political players, involving themselves in activities like drug trafficking and extortion.
  3. Crime wars involving mafia networks and corrupt security forces threaten the political and social fabric of Latin American societies.

The Effects of Immigration in Denmark

Patterns in Humanity • 1159 implied HN points • 17 Feb 23
🌍 World Politics Immigration Crime Statistics Analysis Social Impact
  1. First, there is a detailed analysis of the financial impact of immigration in Denmark based on a government report.
  2. Second, the analysis explores the rates of violent crime convictions by nation of origin, showing disparities between groups.
  3. Lastly, the importance of adjusting for age and sex in understanding the differences in financial contributions and crime rates among immigrants is highlighted.