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Chainsaw Attack on Officer Highlights Surge in Violent Crime

1/21/2026

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Kastrati Sentenced for Attempted Murder

Liridon Kastrati, 32, was sentenced to 10 years for attempting to murder PC Gary Cowan with a chainsaw in Paisley, Scotland, on May 6, 2024.
The incident was captured on CCTV, and the judge described Kastrati's actions as seriously alarming with catastrophic harm.
Separately, multiple individuals have been charged with attempted murder across the UK and US, including shootings and assaults.
The cases illustrate a concerning trend of violent crime.

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Suspects Charged After Shooting

Two suspects have been charged with attempted murder after a non-random shooting in Adelaide on January 19, 2026.
Two residents were injured on Lindisfarne Road, including a 43-year-old man with an abdominal injury and a 24-year-old woman with an arm wound, both in stable condition.
Police recovered the firearm believed to be used in the incident.
The suspects, aged 30 and 48, are set to appear in court.

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Historical Context

The UK has seen fluctuating violent crime rates since 2011, with a 6% increase reported that year. Notably, Glasgow's murder rate fell by over 50% from 2004 to 2017 due to public health initiatives. Recent incidents, like Liridon Kastrati's chainsaw attack on PC Gary Cowan in 2023, underscore ongoing concerns about violence, prompting calls for effective law enforcement and community safety measures.

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Kastrati Sentenced for Attempted Murder

Liridon Kastrati, 32, was sentenced to 10 years for attempting to murder PC Gary Cowan with a chainsaw in Paisley, Scotland, on May 6, 2024.
The incident was captured on CCTV, and the judge described Kastrati's actions as seriously alarming with catastrophic harm.
Separately, multiple individuals have been charged with attempted murder across the UK and US, including shootings and assaults.
The cases illustrate a concerning trend of violent crime.

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