arrested

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The case is being brought by German federal prosecutors against a now-retired Ukrainian military officer who was arrested while traveling in Italy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

A 41-year-old has been arrested in connection with the disappearance of a man more than two years ago.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

In 2018, Fujimori was arrested as part of a sprawling corruption probe involving Brazilian construction giant Odebrecht.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

A 14-year-old girl was later arrested on suspicion of assault and detained under the Mental Health Act.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

“Miss ten Boom, you’re in terrible danger! They’ve arrested Herman Sluring! They know everything! You’ve got to be careful!”

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom