The South African sprinter, whose trial for the 2013 killing of his girlfriend drew intense global interest, served more than seven years in prison.
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Oscar Pistorius, Olympic Athlete Convicted of Murder, to Be Paroled
The South African sprinter, who garnered global headlines after killing his girlfriend in 2013, will be released in January after meeting the requirements for parole.
Jacob Zuma’s Release Was Unlawful, South African Court Rules
The Supreme Court decision raises the possibility that former President Jacob Zuma, who was granted medical parole from a contempt-of-court sentence, may have to return to prison.
Toronto Mass Killer Sentenced Under Shadow of Supreme Court Ruling
The Supreme Court of Canada ruled recently that even the worst offenders can seek parole after 25 years, declaring life sentences without parole to be unconstitutional.
Jacob Zuma Must Return to Prison, South Africa Judge Rules
The former president had been granted medical parole two months into a 15-month prison sentence on contempt charges linked to a corruption inquiry.
Oscar Pistorius, Olympic Runner Convicted of Murder, Is Up for Parole
The double-amputee sprinter has served half his sentence for killing his girlfriend. His victim’s parents were said to be “shocked” at the prospect of his release.
London Stabbing Prompts Questions on Policies for Terrorism Convictions
The British government proposed extending the prison terms for terrorism-related offenses, but analysts said the move could violate human rights and further radicalize young offenders.
London Stabbing Prompts Questions on Policies for Terrorism Convictions
The mayor said he was “angry” about the government’s handling of the situation, after the second attack in three months by men convicted of terrorism-related offenses.
Portrait of London Bridge Killer, in His Own Words
The extremist behind last week’s London Bridge attack wrote letters to the authorities from jail, claiming that he was on a “new path” and was “learning to become a good Muslim.”
London Bridge Attack Victims Were Advocates for Prisoner Rehabilitation
Saskia Jones and Jack Merritt, who were killed in the attack, had worked with a prison education program backed by Cambridge University.