Crime & Public Safety
10/10/2026 · Brunswick County
Pentagon Plans Livestream of Fort Hood Shooter's Execution
The Pentagon announced plans to livestream the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, convicted in the 2009 Fort Hood shooting. Hasan received a death sentence for killing 13 soldiers and injuring 32 others.
FBI Shifts Resources Amid Focus on Violent Crime, Immigration
The FBI has shifted its resource allocation. This reallocation follows directives emphasizing violent crime and immigration enforcement. Other agency priorities are experiencing staffing adjustments.
10/06/2026
Arizona Court Overturns Sentence in Murder Case Citing Judge's AI Video Comment
An Arizona appeals court overturned the sentencing of a man convicted of murder, citing comments a trial judge made regarding an AI-generated video. The video, featuring the likeness of the slain man, played during the sentencing phase. The ruling sends the case back for resentencing.
10/05/2026
Research Examines Perceived Social Acceptability and Intervention in Misconduct
New research explores how people's perceptions of peer acceptance for misconduct, including sexual assault, can deter intervention. The findings suggest strategies exist to counteract this misperception, potentially increasing bystander action.
10/05/2026
Prosecution Disparities Emerge in Sexual Assault Cases
A murderer faces no time limit for prosecution in most U.S. states. However, the legal landscape for sexual assault charges varies significantly by location, impacting whether a suspect faces charges.
10/03/2026
Statute of Limitations Halts Sexual Assault Prosecution in Some States
In some U.S. states, statutes of limitations prevent the prosecution of sexual assault cases beyond a certain timeframe. This legal constraint can halt criminal proceedings even when law enforcement identifies a perpetrator.
10/03/2026
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