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Life in prison for Derbyshire father

A father from Heanor in Derbyshire has been sentenced to life behind bars for murdering his 11-year-old son in June 2022.

National Stalking Awareness week: Tackling stalking and harassment in the East Midlands

Graphic: "The number one priority in prosecuting cases of stalking is to protect and safeguard victims. As prosecutors we have a number of tools in our toolbox we can use." Laura Martin, CPS East Midlands stalking lead

Prolific stalker pleads guilty to all charges

A serial stalker from Nottinghamshire has pleaded guilty to all charges against him.

Scott Walters ruthlessly harassed his victims for over two years, bombarding social media with posts about them, whilst sending a barrage of malicious messages and emails.

Northampton husband guilty of domestic murder

A man from Northampton discovered drunk and bleeding at Euston station has been convicted of the murder of his wife at their home following a breakdown in their relationship.

Leicester serial attacker jailed for life for attempted murder

A Leicester man has been convicted of attempted murder and sentenced to life imprisonment for four serious attacks in the Belgrave area of the city.

Improving the experience of rape victims in the Justice System

Improving the experience of rape victims who enter the justice system has been the subject of pioneering joint working between CPS East Midlands and voluntary and public sector groups.

CPS announces charge following the death of Harry Dunn

Chief Crown Prosecutor Janine Smith, said: “Following the death of Harry Dunn in Northamptonshire, the Crown Prosecution Service has today authorised Northamptonshire Police to charge Anne Sacoolas with causing death by dangerous driving.

East Midlands

The CPS has 14 Areas/Regions across England and Wales - the CPS East Midlands Region serves the counties of Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire and Nottinghamshire, including the cities of Nottingham, Derby and Leicester and the county of Rutland.

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